Pupuseria Salvadoreña Andrade

5801 W Hwy 40 Unit 4, Ocala, FL 34482

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Jan 30, 2026

Score

High Risk

Pupuseria Salvadoreña Andrade has been inspected six times since 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 30, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around 10 violations per visit lately, up from roughly four violations before.

When inspectors have written things up, “raw animal foods not properly separated” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Compared to other Ocala restaurants (averaging 78), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 30, 2026

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.

View 8 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration

FL-33

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Sep 29, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations.

View 12 violations

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

Apr 2, 2025

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 7 minor violations.

View 10 violations

High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Cheese mix stored in no food grade shopping bag in reach in cooler

14-15-4

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw beef portioned in zip lock bags stored over raw shrimp in reach in freezer. **Admin Complaint**

08A-17-6

High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Raw shelled eggs stored at ambient temperature at 48F

03A-03-5

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice deflector had mold like substance. Employee cleaned deflector shield. **Corrected On-Site**

22-20-5

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl with no handle used to dispense food ( cheese ) in flip-top make table cooler.

14-01-5

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean stacked Equipment ( cups) not properly air-dried, and stored wet on clean ware rack resulting in wet nesting.

24-08-4

Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Cracked flip-top make table bin. Manager discarded **Corrected On-Site**

14-38-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Tray of plastic bottle soft drinks on floor by front counter.

08B-38-4

Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Clean silverware stored with food contact surface up

24-18-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Box of single service lids stored on floor by front counter

25-05-4

Jan 16, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Nov 13, 2024

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 7 violations

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Repackaged beef stored over shrimp in reach in freezer

08A-17-6

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Dishwashing soap stored over bottles of lemon juice next to mop sink

41-10-4

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. On hose Bibb behind establishment

29-34-4

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Manager does not have any proof of food handler certificates for employees hired more than 60 days ago **Warning**

53B-01-5

Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Clean ware rack located next to cookline hand wash sink. Clean dishes exposed to splash.

24-27-4

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control food stored with handle touching food ( flour )

10-01-5

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. On cookline. Manager removed and placed in dishwash area **Corrective Action Taken**

10-20-4

Jan 11, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test strips for three-compartment sink

16-37-1

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in unisex bathroom. Observed no covered waste receptacle provided in unisex bathroom.

32-12-5

Basic - Establishment using sponges on cleaned and sanitized, or in-use food-contact surface. Observed establishment using sponge on in-use food-contact surface at three-compartment sink.

21-23-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at cookline or bathroom sink. Inspector provided signs **Corrected On-Site**

31B-04-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pupuseria Salvadoreña Andrade last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pupuseria Salvadoreña Andrade on file is from Jan 30, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pupuseria Salvadoreña Andrade?

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

How does Pupuseria Salvadoreña Andrade compare to other restaurants in Ocala?

Pupuseria Salvadoreña Andrade most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Ocala average of 78.

Has Pupuseria Salvadoreña Andrade's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Pupuseria Salvadoreña Andrade have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Pupuseria Salvadoreña Andrade 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 Pupuseria Salvadoreña Andrade inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Pupuseria Salvadoreña Andrade is inspected around three times per year on average.

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