Takeria La Palapa

4250 Overseas Hwy, Marathon, FL 33050

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Jan 8, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Takeria La Palapa has 10 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent visit was on Jan 8, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near one violation per visit.

Restaurants in Marathon average 67, so Takeria La Palapa is doing better than most peers. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 8, 2026

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Jan 5, 2026

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Aug 12, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Feb 25, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

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Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Aug 27, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle. **Corrected On-Site**

50-03-4

Mar 7, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Oct 17, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Sep 19, 2023

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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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. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

11-27-4

Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed a storage container not on wheels or mobile used for storing refrigerated and frozen foods , not on plans as per plan review. **Warning**

51-16-7

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. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

11-26-1

Basic - Warewashing conducted in outdoor area. Observed a triple sink outside in the back of the MFDV connected to water supply . **Warning**

16-25-5

Basic - Food stored in a prohibited area. Observed a shipping container not on wheels or mobile , located near MFDV that is used to store food including a refrigerator and freezer , dry goods and equipment **Warning**

08B-37-4

Mar 8, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cheese 46F

03A-02-5

Oct 6, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Takeria La Palapa last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Takeria La Palapa on file is from Jan 8, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

How does Takeria La Palapa compare to other restaurants in Marathon?

Takeria La Palapa most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Marathon average of 67.

Has Takeria La Palapa's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Takeria La Palapa have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Takeria La Palapa 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 Takeria La Palapa inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Takeria La Palapa is inspected around three times per year on average.

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