La Fonda Mexican Kitchen in Longwood
Last inspected:
1155 W State Rd 434 Unit 161, Longwood, FL 32750La Fonda Mexican Kitchen in Longwood has been emergency-closed once, on August 7, 2024, for roach activity. The facility has logged 30 inspections since 2016 with 280 total violations, averaging 9.3 violations per inspection — nearly double the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been persistent, including proper cooking temperatures cited repeatedly across 2024 and 2025, management awareness failures documented in 4 inspections, and chemical storage violations. The facility received a disciplinary fine of $200. Fire safety violations were cited in 2021 for a blocked exit in the dining room and in 2015 for improper propane tank storage inside the building. The most recent inspection on December 10, 2025 found 18 violations, all basic-level, with no further action required.
Most recent closure: August 7, 2024 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
La Fonda Mexican Kitchen in Longwood: Comparison to Seminole County Averages
This Facility
9.3
violations / inspection
9.3 violations per inspection
Seminole County Avg
5.44
violations / inspection
5.44 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Seminole County Avg
0.14
closures / facility
0.14 county average
La Fonda Mexican Kitchen in Longwood: Emergency Closure History (1)
La Fonda Mexican Kitchen in Longwood: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2023066995 | $200.00 | Aug 25, 2023 | Miami (Doral) |
La Fonda Mexican Kitchen in Longwood: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. In the dinning room a table has been placed in front of the exit door
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. Gas grill sized propane tank in dry storage area. For reporting purposes only. **Warning**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
La Fonda Mexican Kitchen in Longwood: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)
— 4 inspections21 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— 7 inspections32 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections34 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections20 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections25 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— 3 inspections22 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections21 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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La Fonda Mexican Kitchen in Longwood: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was La Fonda Mexican Kitchen in Longwood last inspected?
- La Fonda Mexican Kitchen in Longwood was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 10, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was La Fonda Mexican Kitchen in Longwood last shut down?
- La Fonda Mexican Kitchen in Longwood was last shut down on August 7, 2024 for roach 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 La Fonda Mexican Kitchen in Longwood?
- The most frequently cited violations at La Fonda Mexican Kitchen in Longwood are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has La Fonda Mexican Kitchen in Longwood had?
- La Fonda Mexican Kitchen in Longwood has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of La Fonda Mexican Kitchen in Longwood find?
- La Fonda Mexican Kitchen in Longwood was most recently inspected on December 10, 2025 with 10 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has La Fonda Mexican Kitchen in Longwood ever been shut down?
- Yes, La Fonda Mexican Kitchen in Longwood has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
- Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
- Has La Fonda Mexican Kitchen in Longwood had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, La Fonda Mexican Kitchen in Longwood has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has La Fonda Mexican Kitchen in Longwood faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, La Fonda Mexican Kitchen in Longwood has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has La Fonda Mexican Kitchen in Longwood been fined?
- La Fonda Mexican Kitchen in Longwood has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 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.
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