Mariana's the Stinky Rose
Last inspected: Apr 15, 2026
82
Score
The health department has logged 10 inspections at Mariana's the Stinky Rose, the earliest from 2022. On Apr 15, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around two violations lately and about five violations before that.
“Time/temperature control for safety food cold held” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
The city-wide average is 79, putting Mariana's the Stinky Rose squarely in typical territory. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 15, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Blue chemical spray bottle in wait station
41-17-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed tomatoes stored over lasagna in walk in cooler.
08B-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
22-20-5
82
Sep 10, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 9, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by 1 live roach found underneath dishmachine area. Employee eliminated, cleaned, and sanitized area. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
35A-05-4
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area near cook line above prep table. Discussed with operator. **Warning**
35B-02-4
82
Jun 27, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Acetaminophen on food storage shelf in pizza area
41-07-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Multiple employees preparing food
13-03-4
82
Dec 17, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle containing degreaser stored directly beside cans containing pineapple on shelf behind front counter. Manager removed chemicals from shelf during this inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In pan on counter at room temperature in server station: butter packets (72F - Cold Holding). Manager stated the butter packets were placed on the counter approximately two hours prior. Inspector had manager move the butter packets into the freezer to rapidly cool to 41F. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Pan containing "midol" and burn relief cream stored on shelf above prep table and above containers of cooking oil in kitchen. Manager removed medicine from shelf during this inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Bottom edge of deflector plate inside ice machine soiled with black substance.
22-02-4
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. Several new employees working in kitchen without food handler training who have not been informed of their health reporting responsibilities. Inspector provided copy of the employee health reporting agreement to manager during this inspection.
11-26-1
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Single-use condiment cup without handle stored down inside pan containing Parmesan cheese inside refrigerated make-table at cookline.
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Absorbent and porous acoustic ceiling tiles in-use throughout kitchen.
36-37-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Box fan at kitchen entrance soiled with dust.
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Remnants of old labels stuck to side of four pans on clean dish rack near cookline.
16-46-4
Basic - Water draining onto floor surface. Pipe below handwash sink at cookline drains onto the floor when washing hands.
29-03-4
41
Feb 12, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. butter flour mixture (49F - Cold Holding) operator states the roux was made less than 4 hours ago. Operator placed roux in ice bath. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 live flies in mop sinks area
35A-02-6
74
Sep 22, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 18, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. blue cheese (46F - Cold Holding); shredded mozzarella (46F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (47F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding) Reach in cooler in cook line area in front of stove. sausage (45F - Cold Holding); meatballs (47F - Cold Holding); shredded mozzarella (45F - Cold Holding); sliced ham (46F - Cold Holding) Pizza reach in cooler at front counter area. Operator moved items to ice bath/reach in cooler to chill. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Soufflé cups used as scoops in bulk seasonings **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. **Warning**
16-46-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Lemons stored over fried eggplant in walk in cooler. Operator corrected shelves. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-17-4
74
May 18, 2023
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
58
Dec 22, 2022
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust. Multiple tiles/vents in kitchen area Floor tiles in disrepair under dish machine **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-22: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee preparing food in cook line area **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-22: **Time Extended**
13-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee preparing food in cook line area is wearing a watch. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-22: **Time Extended**
13-07-4
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mariana's the Stinky Rose last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mariana's the Stinky Rose on file is from Apr 15, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mariana's the Stinky Rose?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Mariana's the Stinky Rose.
How does Mariana's the Stinky Rose compare to other restaurants in Hernando?
Mariana's the Stinky Rose most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Hernando average of 79.
Has Mariana's the Stinky Rose's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Mariana's the Stinky Rose have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Mariana's the Stinky Rose 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 Mariana's the Stinky Rose inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Mariana's the Stinky Rose is inspected around three times per year on average.
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