La Casita Restaurante

939 N New Warrington Rd, Pensacola, FL 32506

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Mar 26, 2026

Score

Low Risk

La Casita Restaurante appears in inspection records 10 times, starting in 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 26, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.

“Food stored on floor” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

By comparison, the average Pensacola facility scores 95, putting La Casita Restaurante on the weaker side. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Minor latest

Inspection History

Mar 26, 2026

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Aug 13, 2025

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Jan 28, 2025

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Food stored on floor. Upon inspection observed food inside walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer stored on floor. -

08B-38-4

Basic - Stored food not covered. Upon inspection observed empanadas inside reach in freezer not protected.

08B-12-5

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Upon inspection observed gas tanks not secured in kitchen.

51-11-4

Dec 5, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Oct 29, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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/ - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-29: Time extension 60 days. **Time Extended**

53A-03-7

Jul 31, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Upon inspection observed raw chicken over cooked RTE food in walk-in and reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**

08A-05-6

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.

02C-02-5

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/

53A-03-7

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Upon inspection observed walk-in cooler vents soiled with dust.

36-34-5

Basic - Food stored on floor. Upon inspection observed multiple food stored on floor in walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer. Chef will correct food storage after busy hours. **Corrective Action Taken**

08B-38-4

Oct 17, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Upon inspection observed degreaser bottle stored on top of prep table by 3 compartment sink. Operator proceeded to remove chemical bottle at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Upon inspection observed bucket of water inside hand wash sink. **Repeat Violation**

31A-09-4

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Upon inspection observed 3 gas tanks not secured outside in the back of the restaurant.

51-11-4

Feb 3, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Upon inspection observed chemical bottle inside hand washing sink. Operator removed bottle at time of inspection.

31A-09-4

Sep 30, 2022

Complaint Full

1 major violation.

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Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Aug 11, 2022

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink, in kitchen.

31B-02-4

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink, in kitchen.

31B-03-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees, in kitchen.

31B-04-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Casita Restaurante last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Casita Restaurante on file is from Mar 26, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at La Casita Restaurante?

Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at La Casita Restaurante.

How does La Casita Restaurante compare to other restaurants in Pensacola?

La Casita Restaurante most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Pensacola average of 95.

Has La Casita Restaurante's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Casita Restaurante have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at La Casita Restaurante 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 Casita Restaurante inspected?

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

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