La Alameda Mexican Restaurant
Last inspected: Apr 3, 2026
90
Score
Inspectors have visited La Alameda Mexican Restaurant nine times, with records going back to 2022. On Apr 3, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.
“Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
Restaurants in New Port Richey average 78, so La Alameda Mexican Restaurant is doing better than most peers. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 3, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed nozzles at drink machine in server station that are soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-03: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
90
Jan 27, 2026
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed nozzles at drink machine in server station that are soiled. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink at server station used for dumping. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed dish machine removed from kitchen, hand wash sink relocated from right side of 3 compartment sink, to the left. Freezer and cook line table have been swapped. Mop sink no longer exists. **Warning**
51-16-7
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed handwashing sink with no hot water, 69F after running approximately 2 minutes. Operator corrected heater during inspection, 89F. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
27-16-4
Basic - No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Observed no mop sink on site. **Warning**
29-27-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen shredded chicken thawing in a pan, no running water. Operator moved items to an available sink and corrected the process. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
06-01-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed a leaking pipe under the hand wash sink in the kitchen. **Warning**
29-11-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloths not stored in sanitizer buckets. Operator replaced them at inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed wiping cloth bucket with sanitizer at 10ppm in server station. Operator remade the solution at 50ppm corrected it on site. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-07-4
52
Feb 7, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. At server station- 0 ppm, corrected to 50 ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-07-4
95
Sep 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. To go bag in direct contact with tortillas, operator, removed from bag and put in foil **Corrected On-Site**
14-31-5
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. At wait station - 10 ppm, operator added more sanitizer, corrected to 50 ppm **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-07-4
82
Feb 15, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Ice cubes in hand wash sink at wait station, discussed use of sinks with owner
31A-11-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Bucket in kitchen by hand wash sink - 0 ppm, corrected to 50 ppm **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On cutting boards in kitchen, moved to bucket **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Opened bottle of water on cutting board lift top Cooler, operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
78
Oct 17, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
64
Mar 10, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Greater than 200 ppm at wait station, bucket on floor, operator put plastic pallet under corrected to 50 ppm **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-27-4
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Jose Montesanos, owner
53A-03-7
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 operator employee health agreement form
11-26-1
Basic - Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. At wait station **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-03-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
64
Sep 22, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
No Bare Hand Contact with Ready-to-Eat Food
FL-09
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
41
Frequently Asked Questions
When was La Alameda Mexican Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at La Alameda Mexican Restaurant on file is from Apr 3, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at La Alameda Mexican Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at La Alameda Mexican Restaurant.
How does La Alameda Mexican Restaurant compare to other restaurants in New Port Richey?
La Alameda Mexican Restaurant most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the New Port Richey average of 78.
Has La Alameda Mexican Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Alameda Mexican Restaurant have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at La Alameda Mexican Restaurant 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 La Alameda Mexican Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, La Alameda Mexican Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.
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