Mi Pueblo Restaurant
Last inspected: Mar 13, 2026
78
Score
Public records show nine inspections at Mi Pueblo Restaurant stretching back to 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 13, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.
The pattern that stands out is “clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked”, which has been cited four times.
Mi Pueblo Restaurant's latest score of 78 falls below the Lakeland average of 85. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 13, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
01C-03-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed on side exit door in kitchen.
35B-01-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket in flip top unit on cook line.
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of water on floor in kitchen, employee removed water from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
78
Dec 11, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
31B-02-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Raw chicken in walk-in cooler
08B-12-5
78
Apr 25, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw eggs stored above unwashed produce in walk-in cooler.
08A-04-5
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
01C-05-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Repeat Violation**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days.
01C-02-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Chicken on floor in walk-in freezer. manager moved food of the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
61
Dec 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Walk-in cooler raw beef stored over cooked beans.
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
01C-03-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Utensils on prep table. Manager had employee invert utensils **Corrected On-Site**
24-18-4
74
Mar 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over cooked rice in 2-door upright unit, employee moved raw beef and properly stored. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in flour bin.
14-01-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed container of flour on floor in food storage area, employee placed flour on shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed food debris in microwave on cookline.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed debris in hand sink in kitchen.
23-03-4
70
Jul 17, 2023
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Jul 16, 2023
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 6 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Observed grey soapy wastewater on ground of establishment behind women's restroom. **Warning**
28-13-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef stored over raw oysters in reach in cooler **Warning**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed plastic thank you bag with cooked rice in it. **Warning**
14-15-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Warning**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Establishment not maintaining oyster tags for 90 days. **Warning**
01C-02-4
Intermediate - Food service establishment disposing liquid waste improperly. Observed water line from three compartment sink going into grease trap then going into metal container with a pump that pumps the waste water up and out of building. Followed line approximately 600 feet away to where it comes out behind of women's restroom. And goes into the ground **Warning**
28-09-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on cook line stained **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food debris in hand sink at bar **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Manager printed and posted oyster advisory **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02A-01-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed excessive water in walk in cooler due to leak a drain water allowed to come in **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored outside. Observed open bowl of tortilla chips stored outside in dining area. Manager moved inside **Warning**
08B-42-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled gaskets in make line by flat top **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Plumbing system improperly installed. Observed waste water emptying into grease trap and going into black container that is being transported through sub pump to back of women's restroom approximately 600 feet away and line is going into the ground **Warning**
29-07-5
29
Jun 19, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
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
Feb 2, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
61
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mi Pueblo Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mi Pueblo Restaurant on file is from Mar 13, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mi Pueblo Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Mi Pueblo Restaurant.
How does Mi Pueblo Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Lakeland?
Mi Pueblo Restaurant most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Lakeland average of 85.
Has Mi Pueblo Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mi Pueblo Restaurant have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Mi Pueblo Restaurant 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 Pueblo Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Mi Pueblo Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.
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