How many health inspections has EL MARIACHI RESTAURANT had?

EL MARIACHI RESTAURANT has had 29 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has EL MARIACHI RESTAURANT ever been shut down?

No, EL MARIACHI RESTAURANT has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at EL MARIACHI RESTAURANT?

The most frequently cited violations at EL MARIACHI RESTAURANT are: Employee health reporting, Clean multi-use utensils, Food contact surfaces.

What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?

TECHNIQUE FAILURE: Improper handwashing technique leaves pathogens on hands even when a handwashing attempt is made. Studies show 95% of people wash hands incorrectly — most don't scrub for 20 seconds or miss fingertips, thumbs, and between fingers. Incomplete washing creates a false sense of security while still transferring E. coli, Norovirus, and Salmonella to food. Correct technique requires: wet hands with clean warm water, apply soap, lather and scrub for 20+ seconds covering all surfaces including fingertips/nails/between fingers/back of hands, rinse thoroughly, dry with single-use towel. Use towel to turn off faucet. Do NOT use hand sanitizer as substitute for handwashing.

What does Florida violation V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?

SEWAGE EXPOSURE: Improper sewage disposal creates risk of fecal contamination throughout the facility. Raw sewage contains billions of pathogens per liter including Norovirus, Hepatitis A, pathogenic E. coli, Campylobacter, and parasites. Sewage backup in food areas requires immediate closure and extensive decontamination. Groundwater contamination affects entire communities. All sewage and waste water must be disposed through approved sanitary sewer or private system. No direct connections between sewage lines and water supply. Grease traps must be maintained and cleaned regularly. Floor drains must function properly. Report sewage backups immediately and cease food operations until resolved.

What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?

BACTERIAL BIOFILM: Improperly cleaned multi-use utensils develop bacterial biofilms within 24 hours. These biofilms protect pathogens (Listeria, Salmonella, E. coli) from routine sanitizing — requiring physical scrubbing to remove. Each use of a contaminated utensil transfers pathogens to food. Improperly cleaned cutting boards harbor 200x more bacteria than a toilet seat. Clean and sanitize all multi-use utensils using the 3-compartment sink method: Wash in hot soapy water (110°F minimum), rinse in clean water, sanitize in approved solution (50-100 ppm chlorine or 200-400 ppm quaternary ammonium for 30 seconds), air dry. Or use properly functioning commercial dishwasher. Clean utensils at least every 4 hours during continuous use.

EL MARIACHI RESTAURANT

2149 N UNIVERSITY DR, Coral Springs, FL 33071

Broward County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: FLORIDA MILLENIUM INVESTMENTS LLC · License: SEA1622807

EL MARIACHI RESTAURANT in Coral Springs, FL has 29 inspections on record with 217 total violations (7.5 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

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Mar 6, 2025 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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Jul 30, 2024 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

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