Los Valcarcel

27300 South Dixie Hwy, Naranja, FL 33032
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Nov 25, 2025
90
Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2022, Los Valcarcel has seven inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Nov 25, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around three violations across recent inspections versus roughly five violations before.

The pattern that stands out is “food stored on floor”, which has been cited three times.

Among Naranja restaurants, the typical score is 65; Los Valcarcel is comfortably above that bar. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

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Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 25, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-25: **Time Extended**
11-27-4
90
Sep 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored above cornice in standing unit, operator stored properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
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. **Warning**
11-27-4
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/Observed Manager certification expired for Luis Valcarcel. 03/19/2020. **Warning**
53A-03-7
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bag of plantains (frozen) stored on floor. Operator moved to reach in freezer. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed bag of plantains (frozen) stored on floor. Operator moved to reach in freezer. **Warning**
06-01-5
64
Nov 1, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation.
View 3 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
67
Apr 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored above raw steak. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed quaternary test strips not available.
16-37-1
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed two bags of raw rice on floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening larger than necessary for food service. Observed screen door open at the time of the inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
35B-10-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
64
Oct 5, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 4, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Observed employee preparing steak kabobs and proceeded to prepare a sandwich not washing his hands, employee discarded bun.
12A-12-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw steak stored above unwashed lettuce and tomatoes in reach in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
08A-04-5
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. Provided form during inspection.
11-27-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available.
16-37-1
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. Provided form during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Employee restocked during inspection.
31B-03-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed hamburger patties (frozen) container stored on floor. Manager stored properly during inspection.
06-01-5
Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening larger than necessary for food service. Observed door open all the time. **Repeat Violation**
35B-10-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed hamburger patties (frozen) container stored on floor. Manager stored properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
41
Oct 18, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Los Valcarcel last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Los Valcarcel on file is from Nov 25, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Los Valcarcel?

Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Los Valcarcel.

How does Los Valcarcel compare to other restaurants in Naranja?

Los Valcarcel most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Naranja average of 65.

Has Los Valcarcel's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Los Valcarcel have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Los Valcarcel 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 Los Valcarcel inspected?

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