La Michoacana
Last inspected: Mar 25, 2026
45
Score
Across the available record, La Michoacana has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 25, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around seven violations lately and about 11 violations before that.
Looking across the full record, “ice buildup walk-in freezer” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.
That's lower than the typical Plant City restaurant, which scores around 81. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
7
Inspections
2
Critical latest
3
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 25, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shelled eggs stored over premade agua frescos in reach in cooler **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Bottle of windex stored on counter by spoons and straws. **Warning**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. International food service executives certification expired in 2025 **Warning**
53B-05-5
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Maria Contreras 1-5-2021, national registry Food Safety Professionals Certificate expired 1-5-2026 **Warning**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. By front counter or back hand sink by three compartment sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - Ice buildup walk-in freezer. On condenser line **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee drinks in roc over washed and cut fruits and vegetables **Warning**
12B-13-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Container of ice cream in walk in freezer not covered **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet at mop sink **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
29-11-4
45
Aug 5, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Front counter: fresh corn (89F - Hot Holding); nacho cheese (94F - Hot Holding). Personal in charge turned up heat on warmers **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Bottle of windex stored on counter next to crepe maker. Removed **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed windex spray bottle in hand sink by front counter. Manager removed **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked shrimp, and cooked corn in reach in cooler not dated. Discussed date marking with employee
02C-02-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer walk-in freezer on condenser line **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Water leaking from faucets at mop sink and hand sink by three compartment sink.
29-11-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bin of sugar in prep area not labeled
02D-01-5
52
Mar 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
61
Sep 10, 2024
Complaint Full
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Current license displayed expired 2-1-2021 **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-10: **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-10: **Time Extended**
51-13-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-10: **Time Extended**
51-18-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items. At three compartment sink by front counter **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-10: drain board not present **Time Extended**
16-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container of sugar in prep area not labeled **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-10: **Time Extended**
02D-01-5
78
Jul 12, 2024
Complaint Full
5 critical violations. 4 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 21 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
10
Jul 19, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shell eggs over strawberries
08A-04-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk-in freezer
14-69-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
10-08-5
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Open water bottle in cooler, not marked as personal
12B-13-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
67
Dec 20, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-2
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed a bag of white rice stored on floor near back door **Warning**
08B-47-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed on walk-in freezer floor **Warning**
14-69-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was La Michoacana last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at La Michoacana on file is from Mar 25, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at La Michoacana?
Across the inspection record, “ice buildup walk-in freezer” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at La Michoacana.
How does La Michoacana compare to other restaurants in Plant City?
La Michoacana most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Plant City average of 81.
Has La Michoacana's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at La Michoacana have averaged around seven violations per visit, down from roughly 11 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at La Michoacana means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is La Michoacana inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, La Michoacana is inspected around two times per year on average.
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