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Moes Southwest Grill

5535 Cypress Garden Blvd Ste 100, Winter Haven, FL 33884
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Apr 23, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Moes Southwest Grill 11 times, with records going back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 23, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around four violations per visit lately, up from roughly one violation before.

When inspectors have written things up, “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

Restaurants in Winter Haven average 88, so Moes Southwest Grill trails the local norm. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 23, 2026
Complaint Partial
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand washing sink on the front counter near the entrance to the dishwasher area.
31B-02-4
Basic - Water leaking from faucet. At the 3 compartment sink.
29-11-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Next to the fryer.
36-17-5
82
Aug 26, 2025
Complaint Full
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pans on the shelf near the dishwasher area. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Tongs handle inside a box of tortilla chips. The handles was removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
90
Aug 12, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Salsa 60F In the dining area at the salsa bar.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Tomatillo salsa 60 F Medium salsa 60 F Located at the salsa bar in the dining room area next to the freestyle Coca Cola machine. The product was discarded. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. Lid to the bulk clear pico container is cracked. Located inside the walk in cooler. The lid was discarded. **Corrective Action Taken**
14-16-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Joy Casey 12-22-21. SafeTaff/ServSafe
53B-14-5
Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Bulk container of pico inside the walk in cooler was stored directly under the fan in the walk in cooler and the condensation was dripping on the lid. I had the manager to clean the water from the condensation and relocate the cart where the pico was stored in the walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
08B-36-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice scoop on top of the ice machine located across from the dishwasher area. The ice scoop was removed washed, rinsed and sanitized and put inside a container. **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
55
Oct 25, 2024
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Oct 22, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. 50 dead small flies around the window ledge of the dining room. Operator discarded all dead flies. Cleaned and sanitized the area. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Outside of ice machine soiled with lime scale build up.
23-03-4
82
Aug 1, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled. Operator took it to ware washing area and washed it. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
90
May 24, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Feb 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-3
86
Aug 3, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
86
Apr 18, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Allen Brooks. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-18: Food service manager Allen Brooks been a manager for over 30 days and not certified. **Admin Complaint**
53A-04-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-18: Provided a copy. **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pans on the shelf across from the hand washing sink in the back prep area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-18: Wet nesting observed **Time Extended**
24-08-4
78
Aug 2, 2022
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pans on the shelf across from the hand washing sink in the back prep area.
24-08-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. On the front line. **Repeat Violation**
29-49-6
Basic - Water leaking from faucet/handle. Hand washing sink in the dishwasher area and the 3 compartment sink.
29-11-4
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Moes Southwest Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Moes Southwest Grill on file is from Apr 23, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Moes Southwest Grill?

Across the inspection record, “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Moes Southwest Grill.

How does Moes Southwest Grill compare to other restaurants in Winter Haven?

Moes Southwest Grill most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Winter Haven average of 88.

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

No. Recent inspections at Moes Southwest Grill have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the 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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