Los Loros Mexican Restaurant
Last inspected: Jan 13, 2026
39
Score
Los Loros Mexican Restaurant has been inspected 15 times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 13, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around two violations to closer to five violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
Restaurants in Jacksonville average 74, so Los Loros Mexican Restaurant trails the local norm. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
15
Inspections
2
Critical latest
2
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 13, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
39
Aug 12, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
58
Apr 4, 2025
Complaint Partial
No violations found.
100
Mar 28, 2025
Complaint Partial
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Grease container overflowing onto floor/ground. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-28: Grease not observed overflowing, area next to grease receptacle has been cleaned. **Time Extended**
28-27-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-28: Operator need more time to move. **Time Extended**
33-23-4
82
Mar 26, 2025
Complaint Partial
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Grease container overflowing onto floor/ground. **Warning**
28-27-5
Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. **Warning**
33-23-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Missing drain plug from grease container. **Warning**
33-11-4
78
Dec 9, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 5, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Refried beans at 47°. 48°. In walk in cooler. (Overnight temperatures). **Warning**
03D-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Refried beans at 47°. 48°. In walk in cooler. (Overnight temperatures). **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Queso made about 11 am at 89°. Reheated to 165-170 ° by manger. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Container in wait-station Hand Wash Sink.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ 6 food service employees onsite with no Certified Food Manager present. Arrived later. **Corrective Action Taken**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled chemical spray bottle at Dish machine. Degreaser.
41-17-4
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Refried beans at 47°. 48°. In walk in cooler. (Overnight temperatures). Large, deep filled containers of beans. Covered during cooling.
03D-15-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
23-24-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water by rear corner of Three compartment sink.
36-22-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice scoop on soiled tray.
10-12-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Food prep/service employee wearing bracelets and hand jewelry while engaged in food preparation and service.
13-07-4
35
Sep 9, 2024
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
23-24-4
Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. Missing drain cover , wait-station.
29-18-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bag by cleaned cups at Dish machine line. Moved by manager. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Loose cooler door. Cookline. Does not close properly.
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Crate of peppers on floor in walk in cooler. Moved by manager. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Uncovered rice , sauces in walk in cooler. Covered by manger. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
74
Jun 27, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Dish machine chlorine 0 ppm . Three compartment sink manual sanitizing 100 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-45-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment license expired. 6/1/24
50-17-3
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Over-stacked container of cut tomato in reach in cooler / make table at 48°. Placed 10:30. Moved by manager. Raw beef at 47° in reach in cooler / make table. Opposite grill. Doors not adequately closing. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled sanitizer chemical spray bottle at wait-station.
41-17-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler / make table opposite grill with doors not adequately closing.
14-11-5
55
Sep 6, 2023
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
61
Jul 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. One small fly at bar area.
35A-02-6
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. **Repeat Violation**
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. **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled chemical bottle wait station.
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Soiled deflector plate in ice machine located: rear kitchen.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Water damage in dining area by side exit above dining table.
36-32-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Container of raw chicken on floor in walk in cooler. Moved by manager. **Corrective Action Taken**
08B-38-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Holes in wall by dry goods leading to bar.
36-24-5
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice scoop on dusty shelf of ice machine.
10-12-5
Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Torn gasket to Reach in cooler opposite grill. **Repeat Violation**
14-36-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Frozen chicken thawing in standing water in sink. Moved by manager.
06-01-5
45
Apr 28, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw beef in walk in cooler. Moved by manager. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
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.
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.
11-26-1
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
23-24-4
Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Prep cooler gaskets torn.
14-36-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled Counters and shelves at kitchen. Soiled walk in cooler shelves.
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Soiled, dusty walls, ceiling in walk in cooler.
36-27-5
58
Apr 24, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 28, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 27, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. One live roach inside kitchen reach in cooler. One live roach behind reach in cooler by cooler fan. **Warning**
35A-05-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soiled frontline margarita mix dispenser.
22-02-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on floor in kitchen areas. Corners.
36-22-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Frozen frys on floor. Kitchen. Moved by manager. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice scoop on duty tray. By ice machine. Moved by manager. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
10-12-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Kitchen shelves rusty. Multiple. Soiled Counters and shelves at kitchen.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Soiled interior of reach in coolers. Kitchen. Multiple.
22-16-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Multiple uncovered foods in walk in cooler, raw meats m prepped salsa, queso. Uncovered meats in reach in cooler. Kitchen
08B-12-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Fish thawing in standing water in prep sink.
06-01-5
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. One dead roach inside kitchen reach in cooler. About 12 dead on floor behind kitchen reach in cooler. 2 dead roaches on floor by hallway dry goods. Kitchen. **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink container on prep table. Moved by manager. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
50
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Los Loros Mexican Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Los Loros Mexican Restaurant on file is from Jan 13, 2026. The public record contains 15 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Los Loros Mexican Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Los Loros Mexican Restaurant.
How does Los Loros Mexican Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville?
Los Loros Mexican Restaurant most recently scored 39 out of 100, which is lower than the Jacksonville average of 74.
Has Los Loros Mexican Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Los Loros Mexican Restaurant have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Los Loros Mexican Restaurant 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 Los Loros Mexican Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Los Loros Mexican Restaurant is inspected around four times per year on average.
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