Los Rancheros

130 Marquis Way E Ste 107 & 108, Freeport, FL 32439

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Aug 26, 2025

Score

High Risk

Los Rancheros has been inspected six times since 2023. On Aug 26, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around six violations per visit versus roughly two violations earlier in the record.

When inspectors have written things up, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

The city-wide average sits at 91, which Los Rancheros' 50 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 26, 2025

Routine - Food

4 major violations. 6 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Scrubber stored in sink in wait station by tortillas. Bowl, 2 spoons and food debris in sink in wait station near ice machine. Seasoning shaker in sink on cook line. **Repeat Violation**

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/. Manager arrived at establishment during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

53A-05-6

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.

05-08-4

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

16-37-1

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.

14-09-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Fryer door missing.

14-11-5

Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Grease build up on floor under fryer.

36-01-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Buckets of uncovered frozen salsa stored on floor in walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**

08B-38-4

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in multiple cold holding units.

05-09-4

Basic - Stored food not covered. Multiple items in walk in cooler not covered including raw chicken, sliced beef and cooked chicken. Salsa, chicken and ground beef cooling stored in walk in freezer not covered.

08B-12-5

Jul 24, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink on far wall in kitchen with cleaning pad stored inside. **Repeat Violation**

31A-11-4

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food-bucket of spice.

14-01-5

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.

51-11-4

Feb 17, 2025

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Oct 30, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Jan 17, 2024

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee Personal drink stored inside upright beside food intended for customer consumption. Operator removed drinks during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

40-06-5

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed 2 large Rubbermaid containers of chips stored on floor.

08B-38-4

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Operator removed to warewash area during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

10-20-4

Jul 7, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Los Rancheros last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Los Rancheros on file is from Aug 26, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Los Rancheros?

Across the inspection record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Los Rancheros.

How does Los Rancheros compare to other restaurants in Freeport?

Los Rancheros most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Freeport average of 91.

Has Los Rancheros' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Los Rancheros have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Los Rancheros 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 Rancheros inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Los Rancheros is inspected around three times per year on average.

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