Juans

4938 Ridgemoor Blvd, Palm Harbor, FL 34685
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Feb 9, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk

Public records show eight inspections at Juans stretching back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 9, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “time/temperature control for safety food cold held”, which has been cited four times.

Compared to the broader Palm Harbor restaurant scene, where the average is 74, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 9, 2026
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth on prep table. Operator removed wiping cloth. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
95
Aug 29, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cheese cake 46F cold holding, second temperature at 2:35 38F cold hold **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. To go bowl used to scoop uncooked rice. Operator removed the container from the rice **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Cardboard lining shelf under chips. Operator removed cardboard **Corrected On-Site**
14-05-4
74
Aug 7, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 29, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In dessert display case: cheesecake (45F - Cold Holding); tres leches (44F - Cold Holding) Food was in display case for 4 hours. Operator relocated both food items to freezer for rapid chill. **Corrective Action Taken** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. For one employee Photini. Employee read and signed agreement at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
78
Aug 14, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 0ppm, operator refilled 3 compartment sink and is now at 200ppm **Corrected On-Site**
22-43-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Dessert cooler near register: chocolate cheesecake (45F - Cold Holding) operator states desserts were moved from walk in cooler to dessert cooler 3 hours prior. Ambient thermometer reads 40F. Cheesecake was moved to freezer for rapid chill. Second temp 39F **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Pan of cooked peppers and onions sitting on counter at 88F at 1:20pm. Operator states vegetables were cooked at 11:30-11:40am. Operator moved to reach in freezer for rapid chill. Second temperature 64F. **Corrected On-Site**
03D-15-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee lunchbox sitting on top of box of produce. Employee relocated lunch box **Corrected On-Site**
08B-49-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Wet pans stacked on rack. Operator unstacked pans. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
61
Mar 14, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-14: **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Reuse of plastic jugs with handle. Discussed with manager on duty. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-14: Operator states plastic jugs with handles containing spices will be discarded once empty **Time Extended**
25-32-4
90
Mar 11, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cheesecake 46F, Flan 45F, Tres Leches 45F **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cheesecake 46F, Flan 45F, Tres Leches 45F in display cooler at front counter. Temperatures last taken Saturday. No temperatures taken today. Closed on Sunday. **Warning**
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided operator paper form 5030-104. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Gave manager on duty paper form 5030-103 **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. One stack of pans. Operator unstacked for proper drying. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Reuse of plastic jugs with handle. Discussed with manager on duty. **Warning**
25-32-4
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0ppm. Recheck 200ppm **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-08-4
50
Sep 20, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Juans last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Juans on file is from Feb 9, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Juans?

Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Juans.

How does Juans compare to other restaurants in Palm Harbor?

Juans most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Palm Harbor average of 74.

Has Juans' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Juans have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Juans means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Juans inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Juans is inspected around three times per year on average.