Maracaibo Mia
Last inspected: Feb 23, 2026
67
Score
Maracaibo Mia has been inspected 12 times since 2022. The most recent visit was on Feb 23, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around five violations compared to roughly 11 violations earlier on.
“Equipment in poor repair” comes up most often, recorded five times in the inspection record.
Compared to other Orlando restaurants (averaging 79), there's room to close the gap. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
12
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 23, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee emptied bottle of water in hand wash sink front counter
31A-11-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic cup in bin of rice Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Glass door cooler in kitchen Operator cleaned **Corrected On-Site**
23-24-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket to both reach in coolers front counter torn Gasket glass door cooler by back door
14-11-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. White chest freezers in storage room. One lid can not close all the way **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Opened bottle of employee water in reach in cooler front counter. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Shelves in glass door cooler by back door
22-16-4
67
Aug 8, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Chi cha portioned drinks in glass door reach in cooler front counter date marked 9 days. Operated remarked **Corrected On-Site**
02C-01-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Cans of paint on top shelf of storage closet over to go paper goods
41-10-4
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. Missing for 3 new employees Employees filled out **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
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. Helen, other employees less than 2 months **Repeat Violation**
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Portioned garlic mayo in glass door cooler front counter Operator labeled **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Door to empanadas display case Reach in cooler in kitchen Operating has new one ordered
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Case of coke on floor under steam table front counter. Operated removed **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Glass door cooler where drinks are front counter Both white chest freezers in storage closet **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Employee cutting pumpkin before washing. Employee washed pumpkin and washed and sanitized cutting board **Corrective Action Taken**
08B-39-4
45
Mar 4, 2025
Complaint Partial
No violations found.
100
Feb 18, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. 1 employee in kitchen - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-18: **Time Extended**
53B-13-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked beef guts in back reach in cooler Prepped, portioned pico de gallo and cilantro sauce in front counter reach in cooler **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-18: **Time Extended**
02C-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in reach in drink cooler at front counter Ice buildup in both chest freezers in storage closet **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-18: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Glass door cooler by back door **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-18: **Time Extended**
14-33-4
74
Feb 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
29
Aug 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 14 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Chicha drink in glass door cooler front counter date marked for 9 days.
02C-01-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Dirty dishes in hand sink front counter. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. In front counter glass door cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-49-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Front counter employee **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezers in storage closet
14-69-4
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 in sugar **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-01-5
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Over prep table in kitchen **Repeat Violation**
38-07-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Glass door cooler by back door
14-33-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Cabbage over soaps in glass door cooler by back door. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-17-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0ppm Made new bucket 200ppm **Corrected On-Site**
21-08-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vents over prep table in kitchen
36-34-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. White cutting board cutting potatoes in kitchen
14-09-4
39
Jan 23, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 4 major violations. 17 minor violations.
View 25 violations
High Priority - Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Explained proper procedure. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-17-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef and raw chicken over cooked shredded pork in 3 door reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Shelled eggs ambient 65F from last night. Hard boiled eggs 47F from last night Churiso 45F from last night. Shredded mozzarella
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Shelled eggs ambient 65F from last night. Hard boiled eggs 47F from last night Churiso 45F from last night. Shredded mozzarella 45F from last night.
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-14-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bleach and unknown. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk and almond milk front counter glass door cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Has dining room trays and spray bottles on it.
31A-09-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic soufflé cup in black pepper and Bandai seasoning. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Storing serving spoons in between use on wiping cloth. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-05-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Repeat Violation**
32-12-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Coffee cup on prep table in kitchen.
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Front counter person that serves food portions and serves food. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on 3 door reach in cooler in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
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. Black pepper. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
38-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Kitchen
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Ice machine vents. Sides of kitchen equipment. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. By back door. 3 door reach in cooler.
22-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. To go aluminum pans on top of freezer. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
25-06-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Lettuce over turkey in 3 door reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-17-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. By back door. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
Basic - Water draining onto floor surface. From ice machine.
29-03-4
16
Oct 18, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 14 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Shelled eggs over ready to eat foods. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Gave operator and they filled it out **Corrective Action Taken**
03F-10-5
Intermediate - Temporary interruption - no alternative supply of water provided. Water was working at arrival of inspection. City turned off water and notified operator. Operator decided to close until water is restored. Will come back in one hour to check.
27-01-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Paper cup used for scooping sugar Pepper cup **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling tile not in place, gap in ceiling tile.
36-36-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Covering empanada. **Corrected On-Site**
21-05-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Women's room
32-12-5
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Reach in cooler front counter food and opened drink. Bottles of water in back reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-49-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Front counter employee. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on reach in cooler by back door.
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door.
35B-01-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters Ice machine filter. Behind grill.
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Foil pans. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Front counter **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
35
Aug 1, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jun 7, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
78
Apr 18, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Dec 13, 2022
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled./ employee changing task without washing hands , handling raw beef then touch clean containers, educated employee in properly wash hands for a least 20 sec
12A-09-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit./ cheese (45F - Cold Holding); boiled eggs (49F - Cold Holding); cook line -sauce tartare (68F - Cold Holding) front area less then 4 hours , operator rapid chill to bring temperature down to 41f **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit./ cooked pork (109F - Hot Holding) less then 4 hours , Operator re-heated to 165f for 15 sec **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food./ raw beef over prep cooked chuleta , unwashed products over wash and cut products **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled./ glass cleaner **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink./employee hand sink water temp 87f , re-temped 100f **Repeat Violation**
27-16-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable./ cook line
14-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils./ cook line **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food./ employee wearing a watch .
13-07-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation./ front area
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair./ reach in cooler gasket cook line
14-11-5
Basic - Grease receptacle lid open, broken, or missing.
33-29-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice./ front area **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food./ tres leche
02D-03-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner./ raw beef thawing in room temperature prep table
06-01-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle./ employee hand sink pipe leaking at cook line
29-11-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses./ cook line
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name./ sugar
02D-01-5
25
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Maracaibo Mia last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Maracaibo Mia on file is from Feb 23, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Maracaibo Mia?
Across the inspection record, “equipment in poor repair” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Maracaibo Mia.
How does Maracaibo Mia compare to other restaurants in Orlando?
Maracaibo Mia most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Orlando average of 79.
Has Maracaibo Mia's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Maracaibo Mia have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly 11 earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Maracaibo Mia 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 Maracaibo Mia inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Maracaibo Mia is inspected around four times per year on average.
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