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Pupuseria La Palma 2

24420 South Dixie Highway, Princeton, FL 33032
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Dec 19, 2025
100
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Pupuseria La Palma 2 has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 19, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around zero violations compared to roughly three violations earlier on.

Looking across the full record, “raw animal foods not properly separated” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Restaurants in Princeton average 89, so Pupuseria La Palma 2 is doing better than most peers. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 19, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 21, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
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/Observed Miriam Garcia Manager certification expired on 06/12/2025. **Warning**
53A-03-7
90
Dec 13, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 11, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken next to raw whole fish inside cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available.
16-37-1
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-05-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed next to rice warmer. **Corrected On-Site**
21-09-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
31B-04-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil container stored on floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
61
Mar 23, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
82
Oct 5, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-05: Did not observed. **Time Extended**
02B-02-5
90
Aug 4, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
50
Nov 4, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in the reach in cooler, shell eggs over tortillas.
08A-20-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed by the stove butter (62F - Cold Holding) Per operator less than one hour. The butter was moved into the reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled hood filters. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pupuseria La Palma 2 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pupuseria La Palma 2 on file is from Dec 19, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pupuseria La Palma 2?

Across the inspection record, “raw animal foods not properly separated” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pupuseria La Palma 2.

How does Pupuseria La Palma 2 compare to other restaurants in Princeton?

Pupuseria La Palma 2 most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Princeton average of 89.

Has Pupuseria La Palma 2's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Pupuseria La Palma 2 have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Pupuseria La Palma 2 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 Pupuseria La Palma 2 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Pupuseria La Palma 2 is inspected around three times per year on average.

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