Puerto Vallarta Mexican Cuisine
Last inspected: Feb 25, 2026
52
Score
Public records show 10 inspections at Puerto Vallarta Mexican Cuisine stretching back to 2022. Puerto Vallarta Mexican Cuisine was last inspected on Feb 25, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around four violations across recent inspections versus roughly nine violations before.
Across the inspection history, “no currently certified food service manager on duty” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.
That's lower than the typical Fort Pierce restaurant, which scores around 87. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
10
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 25, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
52
Oct 2, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 1, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
67
Apr 29, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. 4 tanks near dry storage rack and 1 at bar. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-29: **Time Extended**
51-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Hole in ceiling tile above walk in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-29: **Time Extended**
36-32-5
90
Feb 27, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. ROP Raw Salmon. **Warning**
01B-13-4
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Rene Rodriguez 6-30-23
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Huevos Rancheros served with over easy eggs. Educated employees. Employees placed asterisk on eggs on all menus. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02B-01-5
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/ **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At bar. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. In kitchen next to beverage station. **Warning**
27-16-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Red and black microwave on cook's line. **Warning**
23-24-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. 4 tanks near dry storage rack and 1 at bar. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
51-11-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Hole in ceiling tile above walk in freezer. **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket. **Warning**
24-05-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Raw Salmon. Educated staff. **Warning**
06-09-1
Basic - Food stored on floor. Bulk food item on floor in walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Interior of oven and microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave interior was cleaned. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At bar. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Avocado with sticker on top of another avocado in reach in cooler. Informed staff. **Warning**
08B-17-4
33
Sep 10, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No Chlorine test strips for dish machine.
16-37-1
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/
53A-05-6
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. For current workers, Delia, Simone, Esteban , Kenneth.
11-26-1
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. 4 tanks in back of kitchen.
51-11-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.Employee located the document. **Corrected On-Site**
50-09-4
Basic - Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook in food preparation no hair restraint. Informed staff. **Corrected On-Site**
13-02-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in Walk in Freezer, on ceiling and floor.
14-69-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Two pans of food inside cooks reach in cooler. Informed Cook . **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Two cases of peppers stored over ready to eat foods in walk in cooler.
08B-17-4
55
Mar 20, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
43
Nov 30, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control. Made at 11:30 and chef marked **Corrected On-Site**
03F-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. lasagna 50f cold holding , lasagna 2 nd temp 42f cold holding **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
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
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-13-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Near back door
36-36-4
Basic - Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Not using, has three compartment sink set up
16-55-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Coca-Cola cooler
29-49-6
50
Mar 30, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. In back area
36-34-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Bulk oil, food on freezer floor
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
74
Oct 18, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
61
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Puerto Vallarta Mexican Cuisine last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Puerto Vallarta Mexican Cuisine on file is from Feb 25, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Puerto Vallarta Mexican Cuisine?
Across the inspection record, “no currently certified food service manager on duty” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Puerto Vallarta Mexican Cuisine.
How does Puerto Vallarta Mexican Cuisine compare to other restaurants in Fort Pierce?
Puerto Vallarta Mexican Cuisine most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Pierce average of 87.
Has Puerto Vallarta Mexican Cuisine's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Puerto Vallarta Mexican Cuisine have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Puerto Vallarta Mexican Cuisine means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Puerto Vallarta Mexican Cuisine inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Puerto Vallarta Mexican Cuisine is inspected around three times per year on average.
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