How many health inspections has DON JULIO MEXICAN KITCHEN AND TEQUILA BAR had?

DON JULIO MEXICAN KITCHEN AND TEQUILA BAR has had 26 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has DON JULIO MEXICAN KITCHEN AND TEQUILA BAR ever been shut down?

No, DON JULIO MEXICAN KITCHEN AND TEQUILA BAR has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at DON JULIO MEXICAN KITCHEN AND TEQUILA BAR?

The most frequently cited violations at DON JULIO MEXICAN KITCHEN AND TEQUILA BAR are: Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting, Clean multi-use utensils.

What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?

MANAGEMENT FAILURE: CDC data shows establishments without active managerial control have 3x more critical violations. The person in charge must demonstrate knowledge of foodborne illness prevention, HACCP principles, and Florida food safety law. Without oversight, violations go uncorrected, creating compounding risk of multi-pathogen outbreaks. Person in charge must be present during ALL hours of operation and must demonstrate knowledge of: foodborne illness risk factors, proper cooking temperatures, handwashing procedures, allergen management, and employee health policy. Must hold a valid Food Manager Certification per Florida Statute 509.039.

What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?

OUTBREAK ENABLER: Food workers who fail to report illness symptoms are the #1 cause of multi-victim outbreaks. Norovirus is shed in billions of viral particles per gram of stool — as few as 18 particles cause infection. One symptomatic worker can infect hundreds of customers before detection. CDC links 70% of Norovirus outbreaks to infected food handlers. Employees must immediately report: vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever, infected wounds or boils. Must also report diagnosed illness with Salmonella Typhi, Shigella, E. coli O157:H7, Hepatitis A virus, or Norovirus. Person in charge must exclude or restrict employees per FDA Food Code guidelines.

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.

DON JULIO MEXICAN KITCHEN AND TEQUILA BAR

4275 W LAKE MARY BLVD, Lake Mary, FL 32746

Seminole County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: IIA ENTERPRISES LLC · License: SEA6904951

DON JULIO MEXICAN KITCHEN AND TEQUILA BAR in Lake Mary, FL has 26 inspections on record with 148 total violations (5.7 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

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Feb 20, 2025 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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