Santiago's Bodega in Altamonte Springs

Last inspected:

1185 Spring Centre S Blvd #1080, Altamonte Springs, FL 32714
Overview

Santiago's Bodega in Altamonte Springs has been inspected 23 times since 2016, accumulating 152 violations—an average of 6.6 violations per inspection, significantly exceeding Florida's statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been a persistent concern, with handwashing violations (proper hand and arm washing, handwashing facilities) cited in at least 6 of the last 8 inspections, and employee health reporting violations appearing in 5 of the last 8 inspections. Chemical storage violations were documented in 5 of the last 8 inspections as well. Fire safety violations included a portable fire extinguisher blocked by a bag in the box (2018) and one missing from its designated location (2022). The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. Most recent inspections show mixed compliance: the December 8, 2025 routine inspection resulted in "Inspection Completed - No Further Action" despite identifying 15 violations including 2 high-priority findings (management awareness and food contact surfaces), while a December 26, 2024 inspection was issued an extension pending compliance after 7 violations were found.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

23Inspections
152Violations
0Closures
2Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Santiago's Bodega in Altamonte Springs: Comparison to Seminole County Averages

This Facility 6.6 violations / inspection 6.6 violations per inspection
Seminole County Avg 5.44 violations / inspection 5.44 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Seminole County Avg 0.14 closures / facility 0.14 county average

Santiago's Bodega in Altamonte Springs: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 45-05-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only. Hook by server station.
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 45-06-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher is inaccessible. For reporting purposes only. Blocked by bag in the box stand

Santiago's Bodega in Altamonte Springs: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)

— 3 inspections13 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— 3 inspections20 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections19 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections18 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Santiago's Bodega in Altamonte Springs: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Santiago's Bodega in Altamonte Springs last inspected?
Santiago's Bodega in Altamonte Springs was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 8, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Santiago's Bodega in Altamonte Springs?
The most frequently cited violations at Santiago's Bodega in Altamonte Springs are: Clean multi-use utensils, Chemical properly stored, Food contact surfaces.
How many health inspections has Santiago's Bodega in Altamonte Springs had?
Santiago's Bodega in Altamonte Springs has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Santiago's Bodega in Altamonte Springs find?
Santiago's Bodega in Altamonte Springs was most recently inspected on December 8, 2025 with 6 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Santiago's Bodega in Altamonte Springs ever been shut down?
No, Santiago's Bodega in Altamonte Springs has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
Has Santiago's Bodega in Altamonte Springs had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Santiago's Bodega in Altamonte Springs has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

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