Ella Comida Pupusas Y Mas in Clewiston

Last inspected:

120 S W C Owen Ave, Clewiston, FL 33440
Overview

Ella Comida Pupusas y Mas in Clewiston is a 24-seat food service establishment with 3 inspections on record between August 2023 and January 2026, totaling 15 violations. The facility has not experienced emergency closures. The most recent inspection on January 5, 2026 met inspection requirements.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

3Inspections
15Violations
0Closures
2FDACS Insp.

Last inspected DBPR:

Ella Comida Pupusas Y Mas in Clewiston: Comparison to Hendry County Averages

This Facility 5 violations / inspection 5 violations per inspection
Hendry County Avg 4.65 violations / inspection 4.65 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Hendry County Avg 0.13 closures / facility 0.13 county average

Ella Comida Pupusas Y Mas in Clewiston: Full Inspection History — DBPR (3)

— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Ella Comida Pupusas Y Mas in Clewiston: FDACS Inspection History (2)

Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.

— 2 inspections
— Met Inspection Requirements· 3 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: RICHARD MUNSON, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to [email protected].

Risk-Based Violations

2-501.11 Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. 2-501.11 PfPf
Retail area- a written plan for the cleanup of bodily fluids is needed. See comments for requirements.
95 Establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a test through a recognized accredited program. 5K-4.021(1), F.A.C.
Retail area- the establishment needs a Certified Food Protection Manager. Approved vendors handout provided.

Good Retail Practice Violations

6-202.15 Outer opening not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; closed, tight-fitting windows; and solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Windows or doors kept open for ventilation or other purposes not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by 16 mesh to 1 inch screens; properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects; or other effective means. 6-202.15
Back area- the hole in the wall where the waste water exits the building needs to be sealed to prevent pest entrance.
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: SCOTT RAPRAGER, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Comments: Visit was made to location. Owner was contacted and spoken to and business operation will be seafood market. Follow up call will be made and appointment for inspection will be set at that time.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

Ella Comida Pupusas Y Mas in Clewiston: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ella Comida Pupusas Y Mas in Clewiston last inspected?
Ella Comida Pupusas Y Mas in Clewiston was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 5, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Extension given, pending.
What are the most common violations at Ella Comida Pupusas Y Mas in Clewiston?
The most frequently cited violations at Ella Comida Pupusas Y Mas in Clewiston are: Proper cooking temps, Handwashing procedures, Proper sewage disposal.
How many health inspections has Ella Comida Pupusas Y Mas in Clewiston had?
Ella Comida Pupusas Y Mas in Clewiston has had 3 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Ella Comida Pupusas Y Mas in Clewiston find?
Ella Comida Pupusas Y Mas in Clewiston was most recently inspected on January 5, 2026 with 4 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Extension given, pending.
Has Ella Comida Pupusas Y Mas in Clewiston ever been shut down?
No, Ella Comida Pupusas Y Mas in Clewiston has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V05 (Handwashing procedures) mean?
Violation 05 (Handwashing procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/05.
What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
What does Florida violation V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?
Violation 29 (Proper sewage disposal) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/29.
When was Ella Comida Pupusas Y Mas in Clewiston last inspected?
Ella Comida Pupusas Y Mas in Clewiston was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on August 21, 2023. Inspection type: Met Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has Ella Comida Pupusas Y Mas in Clewiston had?
Ella Comida Pupusas Y Mas in Clewiston has 2 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Ella Comida Pupusas Y Mas in Clewiston find?
Ella Comida Pupusas Y Mas in Clewiston was most recently inspected by FDACS on August 21, 2023 (Met Inspection Requirements).
Has Ella Comida Pupusas Y Mas in Clewiston had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Ella Comida Pupusas Y Mas in Clewiston has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Ella Comida Pupusas Y Mas in Clewiston?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Ella Comida Pupusas Y Mas in Clewiston are: 2-501.11: Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. 2-501.11 Pf; 6-202.15: Outer opening not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; closed, tight-fitting windows; and solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Windows or doors kept open for ventilation or other purposes not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by 16 mesh to 1 inch screens; properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects; or other effective means. 6-202.15.

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