Moes Southwest Grill

5100 N 9 Ave, Pensacola, FL 32504

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Jan 29, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Moes Southwest Grill appears in inspection records 10 times, starting in 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 29, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “time/temperature control for safety food cold held”, showing up two times.

The city-wide average sits at 95, which Moes Southwest Grill's 82 doesn't quite reach. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Minor latest

Inspection History

Jan 29, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Aug 13, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Oct 2, 2024

Complaint Full

1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.

View 7 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At stand-alone reach-in cooler on make line for 2.5 hours: Shredded lettuce 61f, shredded cheese 58f. Upon observation, reach-in cooler was not on. Operator turned unit on and added ice to help rapidly cool items. Shredded lettuce 51f after 30 minutes, shredded cheese 50f after 30 minutes. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**

03A-02-5

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with water damage.

36-32-5

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled with mold-like substance and grease.

36-34-5

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Bottom of reach-in cooler on make line in disrepair.

14-11-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelves holding containers of chips soiled with grease and dust.

23-03-4

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler on make line.

29-49-6

Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Floors behind equipment in kitchen soiled with grease and debris. Floor under sauce bar soiled with build-up of debris.

36-10-4

Aug 16, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Aug 15, 2024

Routine - Food

3 critical violations.

View 3 violations

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In walk-in cooler: pico 48f holding from previous morning, cheese 49f holding from previous morning, tofu 50f holding for 2 days.

01B-02-5

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In walk-in cooler: pico 48f holding from previous morning, cheese 49f holding from previous morning, tofu 50f holding for 2 days, shredded lettuce 51f for 3 hours, steak 51f for 1 hour, white meat chicken 53f for 1.5 hours. 3 pans of cheese at 49f for 3.5 hours. Operator applied ice bath to rapidly cool cheese, 15 minutes later reading 43f. In reach-in cooler: pico 47f for 15 minutes, shredded lettuce 45f for 20 minutes. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

03A-02-5

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Automatic vacuum breaker missing from one side of splitter at mop sink.

29-42-4

Feb 16, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Food manager not present with 6 food handlers present.

53A-05-6

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, or dust. Ceiling vents and tiles over food service area soiled. **Repeat Violation**

36-34-5

Oct 31, 2023

Complaint Full

No violations found.

100

Oct 30, 2023

Complaint Full

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

High Priority - Presence of insects, or other pests. Small flying insects observed swarming shared apron receptacle in shared dumpster area.

35A-09-4

High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 small flying insect observed near make line, 5 small flying insects in back prep area. Not observed landing on food or food prep areas. Small flying insects observed swarming shared apron receptacle in shared dumpster area.

35A-02-6

Basic - Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Ceiling vents above make line dripping moisture, rust present.

36-51-4

Dec 9, 2022

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tile missing above dry storage. Manager stated a replacement has been ordered.

36-32-5

Aug 3, 2022

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Moes Southwest Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Moes Southwest Grill on file is from Jan 29, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Moes Southwest Grill?

Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Moes Southwest Grill.

How does Moes Southwest Grill compare to other restaurants in Pensacola?

Moes Southwest Grill most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Pensacola average of 95.

Has Moes Southwest Grill's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Moes Southwest Grill have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Moes Southwest Grill 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 Moes Southwest Grill inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Moes Southwest Grill is inspected around three times per year on average.

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