La Michoacana
Last inspected: Apr 21, 2026
58
Score
Across the available record, La Michoacana has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The most recent report on file is from Apr 21, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around seven violations to closer to 13 violations.
Across the inspection history, “nonfood-contact equipment exposed” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded five times.
That's lower than the typical Wimauma restaurant, which scores around 81. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
8
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 21, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 8 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee touching soiled dishes then put on gloves to handle food without washing hands.
12A-07-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. In ice machine.
10-08-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Spoon handle in topping.
10-01-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Ice cream scoop in standing water temped 74 F, employee turned on dipper well. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Ice cream coolers on cinder blocks. **Repeat Violation**
14-47-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler shelves soiled.
22-16-4
Basic - Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Plastic spoons not all handle first.
25-02-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
58
Dec 5, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 11 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cut cabbage 47 F in reach in prep cooler over night.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut leafy greens 47 F, milk 47 F in reach in prep cooler.
03A-02-5
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed pineapples over sauces in reach in cooler.
08B-17-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth on prep table.
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container on seasoning not labeled. **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bag on bag of wheat flour pellets. Employee removed bag at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Pasta container lid cracked.
14-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Ice cream scoops in standing water, employee turned on dipperwell. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Ice cream cooler on cinder blocks. **Repeat Violation**
14-47-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters.
23-03-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee drink in reach in cooler.
12B-13-4
43
Apr 24, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 2/1/2025. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cheese sauce 101 F, employee turned up heat. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Operator provided 1 food handler certification.
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Clorox wipes in handwash sink, employee removed at time of inspection. **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. Shrimp in reach in cooler not date marked.
02C-02-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl with no handle in rice.
14-01-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drinks on shelf with cups in dry storage.
12B-07-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance.
32-02-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bags on shelf with cups. **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Frying oil on floor. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Ice cream scoops in standing water temped 77 F.
10-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Ice cream freezer on cinder blocks. **Repeat Violation**
14-47-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Box of plastic cups on floor. **Repeat Violation**
25-05-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container of sugar not labeled. **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
32
Jan 15, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-15: Operator not able to provide food handler certifications. **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employees bag over food items in dry storage. - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-15: **Admin Complaint**
40-06-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Ice cream freezer sitting on bricks. - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-15: **Admin Complaint**
14-47-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-15: **Admin Complaint**
42-01-4
78
Nov 7, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over cut leafy greens in reach in cooler.
08A-05-6
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. Sent to operator at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. For chlorine.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-01-5
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.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. No consumer advisory posted for burgers cooked to customers liking. Employee posted consumer advisory at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine.
22-20-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employees bag over food items in dry storage.
40-06-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Rice and frying oil on floor in kitchen.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop with no handle in rice.
10-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Ice cream freezer sitting on bricks.
14-47-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of blender.
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Box of to go boxes on floor near restroom.
25-05-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. To go boxes not inverted on dry storage shelf.
25-06-4
Basic - Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Plastic spoons not facing handle first.
25-02-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Containers of sugar not labeled.
02D-01-5
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee drink in reach in cooler.
12B-13-4
29
Apr 11, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Mar 26, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Establishment opened and is serving food to the public without licensure. Not meeting provisos **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-20: Establishment open and operating without license **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-26: License not issued due to **Admin Complaint**
50-08-7
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Establishment operating with changed menu and/or increased seating without septic system approval for such change. Applied for 9 seats. Currently has 5 booths with 4 seats each for equivalent of 20 seats **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-20: Location has 5 booths for 20 seats, and added two 2- tops for total of 24 seats. Discussed need for proof of water and sewer with operator to accommodate increase of seating. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-26: Cannot verify water and sewer at time of licensing inspection **Admin Complaint**
28-12-4
74
Mar 20, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow Devices
FL-28
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
70
Jan 19, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Establishment operating with changed menu and/or increased seating without septic system approval for such change. Applied for 9 seats. Currently has 5 booths with 4 seats each for equivalent of 20 seats **Warning**
28-12-4
High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Establishment opened and is serving food to the public without licensure. Not meeting provisos **Warning**
50-08-7
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed black acoustic-ceiling tiles in serving area **Warning**
36-37-5
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was La Michoacana last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at La Michoacana on file is from Apr 21, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at La Michoacana?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact equipment exposed” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at La Michoacana.
How does La Michoacana compare to other restaurants in Wimauma?
La Michoacana most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Wimauma average of 81.
Has La Michoacana's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at La Michoacana have averaged around 13 violations per visit, up from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at La Michoacana means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is La Michoacana inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, La Michoacana is inspected around four times per year on average.
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