El Sombrero Mexican Cuisine in Melbourne
Last inspected:
4990 Stack Blvd, Melbourne, FL 32901El Sombrero Mexican Cuisine in Melbourne has accumulated 444 violations across 33 inspections since 2016, averaging 13.5 per visit. Fire safety records document three violations, including blocked exits and cooking equipment without proper hood filters. The restaurant has faced two disciplinary actions totaling $720 in fines. Top recurring violations involve food contact surfaces, consumer advisories, and improper chemical storage.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
El Sombrero Mexican Cuisine in Melbourne: Comparison to Brevard County Averages
This Facility
13.6
violations / inspection
13.6 violations per inspection
Brevard County Avg
5.91
violations / inspection
5.91 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Brevard County Avg
0.17
closures / facility
0.17 county average
El Sombrero Mexican Cuisine in Melbourne: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $720.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2019012938 | $320.00 | Jan 15, 2019 | Tampa | |
| 4--2015014670 | $400.00 | Feb 13, 2015 | Tampa |
El Sombrero Mexican Cuisine in Melbourne: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood filters. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. **Corrected On-Site**
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 · 46-01-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only.
Side kitchen hallway exit blocked with boxes and stored items
Legal Basis: Reporting: Means of access, including entrances, halls, and stairways, must permit unobstructed travel at all times and shall be clean, ventilated and well-lighted day and night. Hall and stair runners shall be kept in good condition. Railways, as defined in 61C-1.001(23), F.A.C., shall be installed on all stairways and around all porches and steps. For reporting purposes only.
El Sombrero Mexican Cuisine in Melbourne: Full Inspection History — DBPR (34)
— 2 inspections22 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections21 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections30 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— 3 inspections26 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections19 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 6 inspections38 violations · 29 high priority
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections24 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections47 violations · 33 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 19 violations (14 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 18 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections24 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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El Sombrero Mexican Cuisine in Melbourne: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was El Sombrero Mexican Cuisine in Melbourne last inspected?
- El Sombrero Mexican Cuisine in Melbourne was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 5, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at El Sombrero Mexican Cuisine in Melbourne?
- The most frequently cited violations at El Sombrero Mexican Cuisine in Melbourne are: Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has El Sombrero Mexican Cuisine in Melbourne had?
- El Sombrero Mexican Cuisine in Melbourne has had 34 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 13.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of El Sombrero Mexican Cuisine in Melbourne find?
- El Sombrero Mexican Cuisine in Melbourne was most recently inspected on August 5, 2026 with 17 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has El Sombrero Mexican Cuisine in Melbourne ever been shut down?
- No, El Sombrero Mexican Cuisine in Melbourne has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- 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 V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- Has El Sombrero Mexican Cuisine in Melbourne had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, El Sombrero Mexican Cuisine in Melbourne has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has El Sombrero Mexican Cuisine in Melbourne faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, El Sombrero Mexican Cuisine in Melbourne has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $720.00 in fines.
- How much has El Sombrero Mexican Cuisine in Melbourne been fined?
- El Sombrero Mexican Cuisine in Melbourne has been fined a total of $720.00 across 2 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).
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