Sabor a Mexico
Last inspected: Dec 10, 2025
86
Score
The health department has logged 10 inspections at Sabor a Mexico, the earliest from 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Dec 10, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.
“Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
By comparison, the average Fort Walton Beach facility scores 96, putting Sabor a Mexico on the weaker side. The record reflects steady performance over time.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 10, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed ground beef thawing in still water. Operator placed in running water during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile around good vent with damage.
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing at far wall near dish washing area.
36-36-4
86
Jul 11, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 25, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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/ M. Prado 9/6/19 ServSafe **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: At time of the callback M. Prado 9/6/19 ServSafe still expired. Second CFM in place Raul Ernesto Revales Rios 3/8/23 ServSafe **Time Extended**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: Upon call back training materials in place - SafeStaff. Employee training scheduled within a week per manager. **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
82
Feb 20, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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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/ M. Prado 9/6/19 ServSafe **Warning**
53A-03-7
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
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Kitchen chest freezer lid in disrepair Heavy corrosion and rust observed
14-11-5
78
Aug 6, 2024
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Aug 1, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sliced Tomatoes 48F at Make Bar. Raw Beef 43F/45F/43F, Shrimp 48F, Diced Tomato 54F/52F/52F, Pico De Gallo 56F/58F/56F Milk 49F/49F/49F, Queso 47F/47F/47F, Raw Beef 49F/48F, Chicken 51F, Taco Beef 48F, Salsa 65F/60F, Raw Fish 50F/49F. [second temperature taken after 15 Minutes, third temperature taken after 30 minutes] ambient Temp of Cooler 54F/51F/49F. Manager iced items to rapidly chill while AC condenser gets back down to temperature. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Basic - Exhaust/ventilation hood system not designed to prevent grease or condensation from dripping onto food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. AC dunct over cook line area has condensation buildup. No contamination of food observed. AC unit over dish machine/triple sink drain table has condensation water dripping onto it.
36-63-4
82
Feb 20, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand wash sink near dish machine.
31B-03-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. 4 tanks in secured next to front bar ice machine.
51-11-4
86
Oct 25, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Grocery bags in white chest freezer used to hold frozen shrimp. **Repeat Violation**
14-31-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Dust buildup on ceiling of walk in cooler.
23-03-4
82
Feb 24, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Upon inspection observed raw beef in stored in retail bags in white chest freezer by back door and tortillas in retail bag on cook line.
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Upon inspection observed raw steak stored above verde sauce in reach in cooler left side of cook line and raw chicken stored above cut onions in walk in cooler. Operator corrected storage during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Multiple throughout establishment.
36-32-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Red cutting board in cook line area with deep groove marks.
14-09-4
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Upon inspection observed clean stacked plastic containers on clean equipment rack with cracks present.
14-38-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Wall tiles missing above cook line left side.
36-24-5
Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Upon inspection observed reach in prep cooler close to parking lot on exterior of building.
33-31-5
58
Nov 8, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Upon inspection observed can of Hot Shot Insect spray stored next to shelf stable tomato product. Operator corrected storage during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
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.
53B-14-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. On prep table left side of cook line. Operator corrected storage during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Above cook service line in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Upon inspection observed stacked clean pans on clean equipment rack with moisture in between. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Chest freezer with ice build up next to back door.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Upon inspection observed tongs hanging from hood sprinkler system. Operator removed tongs during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-02-4
61
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sabor a Mexico last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sabor a Mexico on file is from Dec 10, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sabor a Mexico?
Across the inspection record, “ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Sabor a Mexico.
How does Sabor a Mexico compare to other restaurants in Fort Walton Beach?
Sabor a Mexico most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Walton Beach average of 96.
Has Sabor a Mexico's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sabor a Mexico have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Sabor a Mexico 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 Sabor a Mexico inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sabor a Mexico is inspected around three times per year on average.
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