Merlos Fruteria in Arcadia

Last inspected:

131 N Brevard Ave, Arcadia, FL 34266
Overview

Merlos Fruteria in Arcadia has been inspected 4 times since June 2024, with 12 total violations documented. The facility recorded no emergency closures. A July 2025 routine inspection identified 1 high-priority violation for parasite destruction, along with 1 intermediate and 2 basic violations. A February 2025 inspection documented 2 high-priority violations involving management awareness and handwashing procedures, plus 2 intermediate and 4 basic violations. A complaint-based inspection on February 23, 2026 found no violations and was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

4Inspections
12Violations
0Closures

Last inspected DBPR:

Merlos Fruteria in Arcadia: Comparison to DeSoto County Averages

This Facility 3 violations / inspection 3 violations per inspection
DeSoto County Avg 5.45 violations / inspection 5.45 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
DeSoto County Avg 0.26 closures / facility 0.26 county average

Merlos Fruteria in Arcadia: Full Inspection History — DBPR (4)

— 1 inspection0 violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Merlos Fruteria in Arcadia: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Merlos Fruteria in Arcadia last inspected?
Merlos Fruteria in Arcadia was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 23, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Merlos Fruteria in Arcadia?
The most frequently cited violations at Merlos Fruteria in Arcadia are: Toilet facilities, Proper cooling equipment, Proper sanitizing.
How many health inspections has Merlos Fruteria in Arcadia had?
Merlos Fruteria in Arcadia has had 4 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Merlos Fruteria in Arcadia find?
Merlos Fruteria in Arcadia was most recently inspected on February 23, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Merlos Fruteria in Arcadia ever been shut down?
No, Merlos Fruteria in Arcadia has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.

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