Simple Mexican Grill
Last inspected: Apr 23, 2026
52
Score
Simple Mexican Grill appears in inspection records 11 times, starting in 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 23, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around seven violations each, up from closer to three violations before.
The pattern that stands out is “container of medicine improperly stored”, which has been cited four times.
That's lower than the typical Parrish restaurant, which scores around 81. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
11
Inspections
2
Critical latest
2
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 23, 2026
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed medicine stored on prep shelf above prep counter. Operator removed medicine.**Repeat Violation** **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
41-07-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 12/1/2025. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed ice chute at soda dispenser soiled. Manager removed and cleaned chute. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed bucket stored in hand washing sink near front register. Manager removed bucket. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 3 dead roaches on pest strip in dry storage area under rice and bean rolling containers. Operator removed dead roaches. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
35A-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed drain pipes on three compartment sink soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed strip of concrete in kitchen not sealed. **Repeat Violation**
36-02-5
52
Jan 27, 2026
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling vent missing on cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-27: **Time Extended**
36-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete floor in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-27: **Time Extended**
36-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water draining onto floor surface. Observed standing water behind ice machine with water dripping from drain line from ice machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-27: **Time Extended**
29-03-4
86
Jan 26, 2026
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
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High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed containers of pork and pork juice date marked 1/18/26 stored in walk in cooler. Owner discarded items. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
02C-01-5
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed containers containing pork and pork juiced date marked 1/18/26 stored in walk in cooler. Owner discarded items. **Warning**
01B-24-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed following items initial temperatures less than 135F. Owner stated they were cooked and placed into hot holding 2 1/2 hours prior to time of inspection. Owner reheated items to 165F and above for a 15 second hold time. Yellow Rice (118F; 168F - Hot Holding); Quinoa (123F; 165F - Hot Holding) **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed hydrogen peroxide bottles stored above single use gloves on dry storage shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-07-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed containers of Beans, Pico de Gallo and salsa not date marked. Operator stated it was prepared yesterday and today. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Observed electric drill stored on top single use gloves on dry storage shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
42-03-5
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete floor in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-02-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall in dishwashing area soiled. **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Water draining onto floor surface. Observed standing water behind ice machine with water dripping from drain line from ice machine. **Warning**
29-03-4
Basic - Can opener blade not readily removable for cleaning or replacement. Observed can opener on prep table on cook line soiled. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-21-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling vent missing on cook line. **Warning**
36-36-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 4 dead roaches in mop sink and 4 dead on sticky trap under dry storage shelf. **Warning**
35A-03-4
35
Jul 21, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed front serving employee with IPhone watch on wrist. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**
13-07-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete floor in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-02-5
90
Jan 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed two bottles of medicine on food prep table. Owner removed medicine. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test strips on site.
16-37-1
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. Observed some employees missing certificates. Owner misplaced and will find.
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled squeeze bottle with water in it at grill station. Owner labeled bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed kitchen hood with grease buildup.
23-03-4
61
Jul 1, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
90
Jan 25, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with yellow liquid in back storage room. Owner labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed some employee drinks with no lid and straw in kitchen. Manager removed cups. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-12-5
86
Aug 14, 2023
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
50
Aug 2, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
78
Mar 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed personal medications stored on top of soda syrup boxes. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
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. No employee reporting forms in place. Inspector will email.
11-26-1
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. No clean up plan in place. Inspector will email.
11-27-4
Basic - Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Observed scrapers stored between knife rack and wall.
24-14-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed stacked wet pans on shelf next to dish area. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed buildup of food/debris inside microwave.
22-08-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign in both restrooms.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed dining room soda machine drain tray with black slimy buildup. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine with black slimy buildup. Operator cleaned and sanitized. **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
52
Nov 9, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed vita mixer with food and grease buildup. Operator cleaned machine. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed food serving employees wearing bracelets and I phone watch.
13-07-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed stacked wet pans on shelf in dish area.
24-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed tubs of chicken base stored on the floor in dry storage area.
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soda dispensing machine drain grate and catch pan soiled in dining room.
23-03-4
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Simple Mexican Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Simple Mexican Grill on file is from Apr 23, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Simple Mexican Grill?
Across the inspection record, “container of medicine improperly stored” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Simple Mexican Grill.
How does Simple Mexican Grill compare to other restaurants in Parrish?
Simple Mexican Grill most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Parrish average of 81.
Has Simple Mexican Grill's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Simple Mexican Grill have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Simple Mexican Grill 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 Simple Mexican Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Simple Mexican Grill is inspected around three times per year on average.
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