El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill in New Port Richey
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6911 Congress St, New Port Richey, FL 34653El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill in New Port Richey has accumulated 280 violations across 31 inspections since 2017, averaging 9 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach and fly activity. State records document one fire safety violation for a blocked exit, which was corrected on site. The restaurant has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $1,000 in fines. Top recurring violations include failure to protect outer openings, improper hand and arm washing, and missing consumer advisories.
Most recent closure: February 5, 2024 for roach & fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill in New Port Richey: Comparison to Pasco County Averages
This Facility
9
violations / inspection
9 violations per inspection
Pasco County Avg
4.76
violations / inspection
4.76 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Pasco County Avg
0.25
closures / facility
0.25 county average
El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill in New Port Richey: Emergency Closure History (1)
El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill in New Port Richey: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,000.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024012660 | $800.00 | Feb 5, 2024 | Orlando | |
| 3--2021044603 | $200.00 | Jul 26, 2021 | Fort Lauderdale |
El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill in New Port Richey: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · 46-01-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only.
2 mop buckets , ladder, cases of to go supplies, Corrected on Site: removed **Corrected On-Site**
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 Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill in New Port Richey: Full Inspection History — DBPR (31)
— 1 inspection11 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 7 inspections17 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections28 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections27 violations · 15 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 16 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections21 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections45 violations · 26 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 25 violations (15 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections28 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 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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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill in New Port Richey: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill in New Port Richey last inspected?
- El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill in New Port Richey was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 18, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill in New Port Richey last shut down?
- El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill in New Port Richey was last shut down on February 5, 2024 for roach & fly 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 El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill in New Port Richey?
- The most frequently cited violations at El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill in New Port Richey are: Outer openings protected, Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill in New Port Richey had?
- El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill in New Port Richey has had 31 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill in New Port Richey find?
- El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill in New Port Richey was most recently inspected on March 18, 2026 with 13 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill in New Port Richey ever been shut down?
- Yes, El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill in New Port Richey has been emergency-closed 1 time 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 V11 (Food in good condition) mean?
- Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.
- 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 Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill in New Port Richey had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill in New Port Richey has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill in New Port Richey faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill in New Port Richey has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,000.00 in fines.
- How much has El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill in New Port Richey been fined?
- El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill in New Port Richey has been fined a total of $1,000.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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).
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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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