Quates Mexican Restaurant II
Last inspected: Apr 1, 2026
35
Score
Inspectors have visited Quates Mexican Restaurant II 12 times, with records going back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 1, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around seven violations each, up from closer to two violations before.
Across the inspection history, “certified food manager or person” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
That's lower than the typical Boca Raton restaurant, which scores around 74. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
12
Inspections
5
Critical latest
1
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 1, 2026
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touch pants and then proceeded to touch raw dough. Discussed with operator. Employee washed hands. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-28-4
High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touch soiled towel and then proceeded to touch clean plate without changing gloves and washing hands. Discussed with operator. Employee washed hands. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
12A-29-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw salmon stored over soup in walk in cooler. Operator removed. Observed raw chicken stored over dip in walk in cooler. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed in reach in cooler between coolers ; raw shell eggs (58F). Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Per operator food held out of temperature for less than four hours. Operator placed below to quick chill. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-03-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in Flip top cooler across from fryer ; cooked potatoes (41-49F),. Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Per operator food held out of temperature, for less than four hours. Observed food stored past the rim line. Operator moved products on top and placed bellow to quick chill. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at handwashing sink across from pizza station. Operator provided. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards at cook line with cut marks and no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walk in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between flip top cooler and flip top cooler lid at cook line. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed pastries not covered in walk in freezer. Operator covered **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
35
Oct 6, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 7 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touch soiled cloth with gloves on ans then proceeded to grab a carton of heavy whipping cream. Discussed with operator. Employee washed hands. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-29-4
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed at cold holding unit between the two flip top coolers at the cook line raw shell eggs 57F. Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Food held in unit past than four hours. Operator moved eggs to another reach in cooler to quick chill. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-03-5
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. **Warning**
11-07-5
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed in flip top cooler at the end of the cook line on the side sliced tomatoes 48F at 12:45 to 48F at 1:00 (cooling since 12:30). At this current rate of cooling food will not reach 41F or below within 4 hours. Operator added ice to food to quick chill. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03D-15-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a trash can stored in front of handwashing sink in kitchen at cook line. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a sanitizer bucket and utensils stored in handwashing sink across from prep area. Operator removed. **Warning**
31A-11-4
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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink near prep station. **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Operator labeled sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator removed. **Warning**
10-08-5
35
Jun 6, 2025
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Jun 5, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - 3 live, small flying insects found at bar area flying around. **Admin Complaint**
35A-02-7
High Priority - Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touch dirty apron and then proceeded to touch clean plate without washing hands. Advised employee to wash hands. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-28-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice in ice machine. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-08-5
70
May 15, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Aug 1, 2024
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
70
Jul 16, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
82
Nov 14, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 24, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands.
12A-02-4
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
11-07-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by garbage can
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bottle contains blue liquid. Next to Dishwasher
41-17-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not sanitize after washing and rinsing.
16-16-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
10-08-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
55
May 30, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
55
Jan 3, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
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
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
55
Jul 11, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over cooked Pork **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw Chicken next to Raw beef. Manager removed and placed chicken on bottom shelf **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
11-07-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Quates Mexican Restaurant II last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Quates Mexican Restaurant II on file is from Apr 1, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Quates Mexican Restaurant II?
Across the inspection record, “certified food manager or person” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Quates Mexican Restaurant II.
How does Quates Mexican Restaurant II compare to other restaurants in Boca Raton?
Quates Mexican Restaurant II most recently scored 35 out of 100, which is lower than the Boca Raton average of 74.
Has Quates Mexican Restaurant II's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Quates Mexican Restaurant II have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Quates Mexican Restaurant II 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 Quates Mexican Restaurant II inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Quates Mexican Restaurant II is inspected around three times per year on average.
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