Little Mexico Restaurant in Dade City
Last inspected:
14314 7 St, Dade City, FL 33523Little Mexico Restaurant in Dade City has been emergency-closed four times for pest activity: rodent activity in March 2015, roach activity in May 2019, and roach and rodent activity in February 2024 and April 2024. Across 36 inspections, the facility accumulated 193 violations—averaging 5.4 per inspection, slightly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2—with five disciplinary actions totaling $2,600 in fines. High-priority violations have been recurring: hand washing violations appeared in at least four inspections between July 2024 and November 2025, and employee health reporting violations were cited in July 2024. The most recent inspection on November 21, 2025 documented 15 violations including high-priority citations for hand washing and food contact surfaces, though the inspection was completed with no further action required.
Most recent closure: April 24, 2024 for rodent, roach & fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Little Mexico Restaurant in Dade City: Comparison to Pasco County Averages
This Facility
5.3
violations / inspection
5.3 violations per inspection
Pasco County Avg
4.76
violations / inspection
4.76 county average
This Facility
4
emergency closures
4 closures
Pasco County Avg
0.25
closures / facility
0.25 county average
Little Mexico Restaurant in Dade City: Emergency Closure History (4)
Little Mexico Restaurant in Dade City: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (5)
Total fines on record: $2,600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024029865 | $800.00 | Apr 24, 2024 | Orlando | |
| 3--2024014194 | $800.00 | Feb 21, 2024 | Orlando | |
| 3--2022020863 | $200.00 | Mar 2, 2022 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2019027726 | $400.00 | May 23, 2019 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2015015856 | $400.00 | Mar 31, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
Little Mexico Restaurant in Dade City: Full Inspection History — DBPR (37)
— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 12 inspections36 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections14 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections18 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 6 inspections35 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections16 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Little Mexico Restaurant in Dade City: Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Little Mexico Restaurant in Dade City under active enforcement?
- Records show 4 emergency order inspections between April 24, 2024 and April 26, 2024. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- When was Little Mexico Restaurant in Dade City last inspected?
- Little Mexico Restaurant in Dade City was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 23, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Little Mexico Restaurant in Dade City last shut down?
- Little Mexico Restaurant in Dade City was last shut down on April 24, 2024 for rodent, roach & fly activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Little Mexico Restaurant in Dade City?
- The most frequently cited violations at Little Mexico Restaurant in Dade City are: Outer openings protected, Proper ventilation, Single-use items.
- How many health inspections has Little Mexico Restaurant in Dade City had?
- Little Mexico Restaurant in Dade City has had 37 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Little Mexico Restaurant in Dade City find?
- Little Mexico Restaurant in Dade City was most recently inspected on April 23, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Little Mexico Restaurant in Dade City ever been shut down?
- Yes, Little Mexico Restaurant in Dade City has been emergency-closed 4 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?
- Violation 24 (Toxic substance control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/24.
- What does Florida violation V51 (Premises clean) mean?
- Violation 51 (Premises clean) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/51.
- What does Florida violation V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?
- Violation 53 (Outer openings protected) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/53.
- Has Little Mexico Restaurant in Dade City faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Little Mexico Restaurant in Dade City has 5 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,600.00 in fines.
- How much has Little Mexico Restaurant in Dade City been fined?
- Little Mexico Restaurant in Dade City has been fined a total of $2,600.00 across 5 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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