How many health inspections has MI CASITA MEXICAN RESTAURANT had?

MI CASITA MEXICAN RESTAURANT has had 29 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has MI CASITA MEXICAN RESTAURANT ever been shut down?

No, MI CASITA MEXICAN RESTAURANT has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at MI CASITA MEXICAN RESTAURANT?

The most frequently cited violations at MI CASITA MEXICAN RESTAURANT are: Adequate lighting, Outer openings protected, Proper hand/arm washing.

What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?

DISEASE TRANSMISSION: Without a written employee health policy, sick food workers transmit Norovirus (20 million US cases/year), Hepatitis A (causes liver failure), Salmonella, Shigella, and E. coli O157:H7. CDC estimates 40% of restaurant outbreaks involve ill food workers. A single infected employee can contaminate food for thousands of customers. Maintain written employee health policy addressing: reporting of symptoms (vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever), diagnosed illnesses (Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, Shigella, E. coli), exclusion and restriction criteria, and return-to-work requirements. Train all employees on policy at hiring and annually.

What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?

PATHOGEN SURVIVAL: Undercooking is a leading cause of foodborne illness. Salmonella in poultry survives below 165°F — causes 1.35 million US infections annually. E. coli O157:H7 in ground beef survives below 155°F — causes bloody diarrhea and kidney failure. Trichinella in pork survives below 145°F. Proper cooking is the critical kill step that destroys these pathogens. Cook to minimum internal temperatures: Poultry/stuffing/reheated foods: 165°F for 15 seconds. Ground meats: 155°F for 15 seconds. Pork/beef/fish/eggs (immediate service): 145°F for 15 seconds. Whole roasts: 145°F for 4 minutes. Verify with calibrated probe thermometer in thickest part. Microwave cooking: 165°F, rotate, stand 2 minutes.

What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?

AIR QUALITY: Inadequate ventilation allows accumulation of grease-laden vapors, carbon monoxide, smoke, steam, and odors. Grease deposits on surfaces attract pests and create fire hazards. Poor ventilation promotes mold growth, which produces allergenic spores and mycotoxins. Carbon monoxide from gas equipment causes headaches, dizziness, and can be fatal at high levels. Provide adequate mechanical ventilation to remove cooking fumes, smoke, steam, and odors. Maintain hood systems with clean filters — degrease monthly. Ensure adequate makeup air to prevent negative pressure. Provide sufficient lighting: 50 foot-candles at food preparation surfaces, 20 foot-candles in equipment/utensil areas, 10 foot-candles in walk-ins and storage.

MI CASITA MEXICAN RESTAURANT

499 NE SPANISH RIVER BLVD, Boca Raton, FL 33431

Palm Beach County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: MI CASITA INC · License: SEA6020228

MI CASITA MEXICAN RESTAURANT in Boca Raton, FL has 29 inspections on record with 98 total violations (3.4 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

29Inspections

98Violations

0Closures

Data current as of March 5, 2025

Inspection History (29)

Mar 5, 2025 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Mar 5, 2025 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jan 15, 2025 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Sep 16, 2024 — Routine - Food· 13 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V40 Wiping cloths usage

V41 Toilet facilities

Dec 14, 2023 — Routine - Food· 12 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V11 Food in good condition

V16 Proper cooking temps

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

V25 Allergen awareness

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V51 Premises clean

Jul 12, 2023 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jan 26, 2023 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Jul 18, 2022 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

Nov 2, 2021 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Jul 27, 2021 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Feb 1, 2021 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

Oct 15, 2020 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 6, 2020 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V09 No contamination

V12 Shell stock requirements

V21 Time as control

V23 Chemical properly stored

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Feb 7, 2020 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Oct 9, 2019 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 2, 2019 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Mar 15, 2019 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V35 Single-use items

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Sep 27, 2018 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

May 15, 2018 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V09 No contamination

V13 Parasite destruction

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V35 Single-use items

Feb 20, 2018 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Jan 18, 2018 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Jan 17, 2018 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Jan 12, 2018 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V52 Personal cleanliness

Dec 11, 2017 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V52 Personal cleanliness

V53 Outer openings protected

May 16, 2017 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

May 15, 2017 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

V52 Personal cleanliness

V53 Outer openings protected

Mar 14, 2017 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

Basic Violations

V52 Personal cleanliness

V53 Outer openings protected

Mar 13, 2017 — Routine - Food· 13 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V11 Food in good condition

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V52 Personal cleanliness

V53 Outer openings protected

Sep 15, 2016 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

How Does This Facility Compare?

MI CASITA MEXICAN RESTAURANT has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Palm Beach County average of 0.19 closures per facility. It has averaged 3.4 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 2.73.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has MI CASITA MEXICAN RESTAURANT had?: MI CASITA MEXICAN RESTAURANT has had 29 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has MI CASITA MEXICAN RESTAURANT ever been shut down?: No, MI CASITA MEXICAN RESTAURANT has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at MI CASITA MEXICAN RESTAURANT?: The most frequently cited violations at MI CASITA MEXICAN RESTAURANT are: Adequate lighting, Outer openings protected, Proper hand/arm washing.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).

Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.

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