How many health inspections has MI GENTE SUPERMARKET & TAQUERIA had?

MI GENTE SUPERMARKET & TAQUERIA has had 26 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has MI GENTE SUPERMARKET & TAQUERIA ever been shut down?

No, MI GENTE SUPERMARKET & TAQUERIA has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at MI GENTE SUPERMARKET & TAQUERIA?

The most frequently cited violations at MI GENTE SUPERMARKET & TAQUERIA are: Proper ventilation, Single-use items, Consumer advisory.

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.

What does Florida violation V51 (Premises clean) mean?

OVERALL SANITATION: Premises not clean or in disrepair indicate systemic food safety management failure. Unsanitary conditions support pest populations, bacterial growth, and cross-contamination. Dirty facilities correlate with higher rates of critical violations. A facility's general cleanliness is the strongest predictor of its food safety performance. Maintain entire premises in clean and sanitary condition. Develop and implement cleaning schedule covering all areas. Clean as you go during operations. Deep clean regularly. Remove unnecessary items and clutter. Maintain exterior areas to prevent pest attraction. Address all maintenance needs promptly.

MI GENTE SUPERMARKET & TAQUERIA

733 HARBOR BLVD, Destin, FL 32541-2505

Okaloosa County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: SUPERMARKET & TAQUERIA MI GENTE LLC · License: SEA5603245

MI GENTE SUPERMARKET & TAQUERIA in Destin, FL has 26 inspections on record with 139 total violations (5.3 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

26Inspections

139Violations

0Closures

Data current as of June 10, 2025

Inspection History (26)

Jun 10, 2025 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Jan 8, 2025 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Mar 8, 2024 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Feb 5, 2024 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Dec 7, 2023 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Dec 5, 2023 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

Jan 25, 2023 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jan 24, 2023 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Jan 24, 2023 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Dec 7, 2022 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V35 Single-use items

Apr 11, 2022 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Apr 7, 2022 — Routine - Food· 17 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V09 No contamination

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

Oct 11, 2021 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Oct 8, 2021 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Oct 7, 2021 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Dec 29, 2020 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jul 9, 2020 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic Violations

V48 Food storage

Dec 3, 2019 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V48 Food storage

Jun 11, 2019 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V48 Food storage

Apr 2, 2019 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Warning Issued

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V48 Food storage

V53 Outer openings protected

Mar 20, 2018 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

Sep 9, 2016 — Complaint Full· 5 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Sep 8, 2016 — Complaint Full· 12 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Aug 24, 2016 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

Aug 23, 2016 — Routine - Food· 12 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V42 Equipment condition

Aug 22, 2016 — Routine - Food· 19 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V12 Shell stock requirements

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V38 Waste properly disposed

V42 Equipment condition

How Does This Facility Compare?

MI GENTE SUPERMARKET & TAQUERIA has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Okaloosa County average of 0.08 closures per facility. It has averaged 5.3 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 1.85.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has MI GENTE SUPERMARKET & TAQUERIA had?: MI GENTE SUPERMARKET & TAQUERIA has had 26 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has MI GENTE SUPERMARKET & TAQUERIA ever been shut down?: No, MI GENTE SUPERMARKET & TAQUERIA has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at MI GENTE SUPERMARKET & TAQUERIA?: The most frequently cited violations at MI GENTE SUPERMARKET & TAQUERIA are: Proper ventilation, Single-use items, Consumer advisory.

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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).

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