Mariscos Vallarta Mexican Grill in Dunnellon
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10155 Sw Hwy 484 Unit 2, Dunnellon, FL 34432Mariscos Vallarta Mexican Grill has been emergency-closed twice, including February 6, 2024 for sewage backup and March 24, 2021 for rodent activity. The facility has accumulated 119 violations across 18 inspections since 2021, averaging 6.6 violations per inspection—nearly 27 percent above the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations for proper hand and arm washing appeared in six of the last eight inspections, including three instances in the most recent inspection on February 23, 2026. Additional recurring high-priority findings include consumer advisory violations, food contact surface violations, and improper cooking temperatures. The facility has also been subject to two disciplinary actions totaling $1,200 in fines, and a fire safety violation was documented on July 25, 2023 for an oversized propane tank stored inside the building. The most recent inspection on February 23, 2026 resulted in 18 violations with a disposition of Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Most recent closure: February 6, 2024 for sewage back up.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Mariscos Vallarta Mexican Grill in Dunnellon: Comparison to Marion County Averages
Mariscos Vallarta Mexican Grill in Dunnellon: Emergency Closure History (2)
Mariscos Vallarta Mexican Grill in Dunnellon: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2024019533 | $800.00 | Feb 6, 2024 | Tampa | |
| 5--2021017158 | $400.00 | Mar 24, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
Mariscos Vallarta Mexican Grill in Dunnellon: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Administrative complaint recommended
Mariscos Vallarta Mexican Grill in Dunnellon: Full Inspection History — DBPR (18)
— 1 inspection6 violations · 2 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections44 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 20 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections29 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections1 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— 4 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Mariscos Vallarta Mexican Grill in Dunnellon: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Mariscos Vallarta Mexican Grill in Dunnellon last inspected?
- Mariscos Vallarta Mexican Grill in Dunnellon was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 23, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Mariscos Vallarta Mexican Grill in Dunnellon last shut down?
- Mariscos Vallarta Mexican Grill in Dunnellon was last shut down on February 6, 2024 for sewage back up. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Mariscos Vallarta Mexican Grill in Dunnellon?
- The most frequently cited violations at Mariscos Vallarta Mexican Grill in Dunnellon are: Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory, Toilet facilities.
- How many health inspections has Mariscos Vallarta Mexican Grill in Dunnellon had?
- Mariscos Vallarta Mexican Grill in Dunnellon has had 18 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Mariscos Vallarta Mexican Grill in Dunnellon find?
- Mariscos Vallarta Mexican Grill in Dunnellon was most recently inspected on February 23, 2026 with 7 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Mariscos Vallarta Mexican Grill in Dunnellon ever been shut down?
- Yes, Mariscos Vallarta Mexican Grill in Dunnellon has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- Has Mariscos Vallarta Mexican Grill in Dunnellon had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Mariscos Vallarta Mexican Grill in Dunnellon has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Mariscos Vallarta Mexican Grill in Dunnellon faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Mariscos Vallarta Mexican Grill in Dunnellon has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,200.00 in fines.
- How much has Mariscos Vallarta Mexican Grill in Dunnellon been fined?
- Mariscos Vallarta Mexican Grill in Dunnellon has been fined a total of $1,200.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Mariscos Vallarta Mexican Grill in Dunnellon operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: The Equestrian Grill (2023).
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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).
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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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