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Mauricio's Kitchen

401 S Indiana Ave, Englewood, FL 34223
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Nov 18, 2025
86
Score
Low Risk

Public records show eight inspections at Mauricio's Kitchen stretching back to 2022. On Nov 18, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.

“Certified food manager or person” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Compared to the broader Englewood restaurant scene, where the average is 77, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.

8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 18, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
86
May 7, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 5, 2025
Routine - Food
6 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements.
11-03-5
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
11-07-5
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions.
11-05-4
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 of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-01-5
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 - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
52
Oct 4, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed temperature of main reach-in-cooler was 57F and the following items were not at cold holding temperatures, cooked chicken (57F - Cold Holding); cheese (54F). Operator move all food items to reach-in-freezer and secondary reach-in-cooler and has contacted repair service. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-33-4
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach-in-cooler is not keeping temperature ambient temperature 57F. Operator was in process of moving all food from reach-in-cooler to reach-in-freezer and second reach-in-cooler.
14-74-7
78
Jan 3, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade hose conveying potable water. Observed garden hose used to connect to water source at building next to food trucks location.
29-04-4
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Gave copy of Big 6 food borne illness poster to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-07-5
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions.
11-05-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Operator removed pots from hand wash sink. Repeat 9-21-23 **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
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. Email operater Clean-Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events DBPR HR 5030-104 **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Mobile food dispensing vehicle disposing liquid waste improperly. Observed gray water from tank is allowed to drain on to ground. Observed operator close valve on gray water tank. **Corrected On-Site**
28-09-5
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. Email operater Employee Health Agreement **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bag of on and cases of plastic beverage bottles stored on floor. Repeat 9-21-3 **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
45
Sep 21, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
74
Jun 7, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
55
Nov 28, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mauricio's Kitchen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mauricio's Kitchen on file is from Nov 18, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mauricio's Kitchen?

Across the inspection record, “certified food manager or person” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Mauricio's Kitchen.

How does Mauricio's Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Englewood?

Mauricio's Kitchen most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Englewood average of 77.

Has Mauricio's Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mauricio's Kitchen have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Mauricio's Kitchen 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 Mauricio's Kitchen inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Mauricio's Kitchen is inspected around three times per year on average.

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