Mi Lindo Michoacan

155 W Cowboy Way, LaBelle, FL 33935
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Jul 18, 2025
90
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Mi Lindo Michoacan seven times, with records going back to 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Jul 18, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around seven violations to closer to two violations per visit.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “stored food not covered”, showing up two times.

The city-wide average is 87, putting Mi Lindo Michoacan squarely in typical territory. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 18, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
90
Nov 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
95
Jul 8, 2024
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
74
Dec 12, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 7 minor violations.
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High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed container of mouthwash, toothpaste and eye drops stored on shelf above prep table in rear kitchen hallway.
41-07-4
High Priority - Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Wrapped ice cream bars stored in reach in freezer loose, not in containers.
08B-27-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw eggs stored above unwashed cabbage in reach in produce cooler on back line next to the stove. Operator moved eggs to lowest shelf under cabbage. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
Basic - Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Observed plastic forks on a table near the front door not presented food contact surface down.
25-02-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution, observed wet wiping cloth stored on top of front display counter.
21-12-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance in ice machine on back drop bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil next to cheesesauce stored in water of 76F, educated operator about proper temperature of water needed to keep utensils in. **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed buildup of food debris in microwave ovens on back cook line next to the oven.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed build up of grease on hood filters above cookline.
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed frozen fresh made ice cream in reach in freezers in back kitchen area not covered. **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
45
Aug 16, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
64
Jun 9, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Observed no business license. **Admin Complaint** Priority: High Priority - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-03: Observed business still has no current operating license, spoke with owner on phone she said she was still trying to sort out the paperwork from the previous owner with Tallahassee. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-09: Observed operator still has no valid business license through the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. **Admin Complaint**
50-08-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Observed: Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed interior of ice machine with rust like substance. **Warning** Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-03: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-09: Observed interior of ice machine in back kitchen area with rust like substance **Time Extended**
22-31-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Observed: No plan review submitted and approved - Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Restaurant open and operating serving the public. **Warning** Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-03: Spoke with owner on the telephone and she stated she is in the process of completing change of ownership paperwork with Tallahassee. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-09: Observed operator has at time of inspection not submitted for a plan review. **Admin Complaint**
51-14-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice cream scoops stored in standing water in plastic pan at room temperature. **Warning** Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-03: Observed utensils stored in room temp water next to reach in cooler. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-09: Observed utensils on prep table next to reach in cooler in standing water at room temperature and less than 135F **Time Extended**
10-07-4
67
May 3, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Observed no business license. **Admin Complaint** Priority: High Priority - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-03: Observed business still has no current operating license, spoke with owner on phone she said she was still trying to sort out the paperwork from the previous owner with Tallahassee. **Time Extended**
50-08-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Observed: No plan review submitted and approved - Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Restaurant open and operating serving the public. **Warning** Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-03: Spoke with owner on the telephone and she stated she is in the process of completing change of ownership paperwork with Tallahassee. **Time Extended**
51-14-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Observed: No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink next to 3 compartment sink in kitchen. **Warning** Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-03: **Time Extended**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Observed: Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed interior of ice machine with rust like substance. **Warning** Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-03: **Time Extended**
22-31-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Stored food not covered. Observed ice cream bars not stored in protective containers or covered in reach in freezers. **Warning** Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-03: **Time Extended**
08B-12-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice cream scoops stored in standing water in plastic pan at room temperature. **Warning** Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-03: Observed utensils stored in room temp water next to reach in cooler. **Time Extended**
10-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at hand wash sink next to 3 compartment sink. **Warning** Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-03: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mi Lindo Michoacan last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mi Lindo Michoacan on file is from Jul 18, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mi Lindo Michoacan?

Across the inspection record, “stored food not covered” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Mi Lindo Michoacan.

How does Mi Lindo Michoacan compare to other restaurants in LaBelle?

Mi Lindo Michoacan most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the LaBelle average of 87.

Has Mi Lindo Michoacan's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Mi Lindo Michoacan have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Mi Lindo Michoacan 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 Mi Lindo Michoacan inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Mi Lindo Michoacan is inspected around three times per year on average.