Los Avina Mexican Resturant in Newberry
Last inspected:
25461 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669Los Avina Mexican Restaurant in Newberry has accumulated 314 violations across 34 inspections since 2016, averaging 9.2 per visit. The facility was shut down three times for roach and rodent activity. Fire inspections documented five violations, including portable fire extinguishers with gauges in the red zone cited in 2017 and 2020, and a marked exit blocked by chairs in the porch area. The restaurant has faced four disciplinary actions totaling $2,400 in fines.
Most recent closure: September 9, 2024 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Los Avina Mexican Resturant in Newberry: Comparison to Alachua County Averages
This Facility
9.2
violations / inspection
9.2 violations per inspection
Alachua County Avg
5.1
violations / inspection
5.1 county average
This Facility
3
emergency closures
3 closures
Alachua County Avg
0.23
closures / facility
0.23 county average
Los Avina Mexican Resturant in Newberry: Emergency Closure History (3)
Los Avina Mexican Resturant in Newberry: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)
Total fines on record: $2,400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2024070432 | $600.00 | Sep 9, 2024 | Tampa | |
| 5--2024010435 | $800.00 | Dec 4, 2023 | Orlando | |
| 5--2020043201 | $800.00 | Aug 18, 2020 | Orlando | |
| 5--2018051390 | $200.00 | Sep 13, 2018 | Miami (Doral) |
Los Avina Mexican Resturant in Newberry: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (4)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Observed the sliver fire extinguishers indicator is in the red zone.
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.
— 3 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Bar Area - From follow-up inspection 2017-11-08: No change - From follow-up inspection 2017-11-14: No change
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.
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Bar Area - From follow-up inspection 2017-11-08: No change
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.
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Bar Area
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.
Los Avina Mexican Resturant in Newberry: Full Inspection History — DBPR (35)
— 1 inspection6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 7 inspections51 violations · 29 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 16 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections28 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections33 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection7 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections30 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Complaint Full· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 7 inspections44 violations · 29 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 18 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 4 inspections23 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection11 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Los Avina Mexican Resturant in Newberry: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Los Avina Mexican Resturant in Newberry last inspected?
- Los Avina Mexican Resturant in Newberry was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 24, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Los Avina Mexican Resturant in Newberry last shut down?
- Los Avina Mexican Resturant in Newberry was last shut down on September 9, 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 Los Avina Mexican Resturant in Newberry?
- The most frequently cited violations at Los Avina Mexican Resturant in Newberry are: Chemical properly stored, Proper cooling equipment, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Los Avina Mexican Resturant in Newberry had?
- Los Avina Mexican Resturant in Newberry has had 35 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Los Avina Mexican Resturant in Newberry find?
- Los Avina Mexican Resturant in Newberry was most recently inspected on April 24, 2026 with 7 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Los Avina Mexican Resturant in Newberry ever been shut down?
- Yes, Los Avina Mexican Resturant in Newberry has been emergency-closed 3 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 V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
- What does Florida violation V33 (Proper cooling equipment) mean?
- Violation 33 (Proper cooling equipment) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/33.
- Has Los Avina Mexican Resturant in Newberry had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Los Avina Mexican Resturant in Newberry has 4 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Los Avina Mexican Resturant in Newberry faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Los Avina Mexican Resturant in Newberry has 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,400.00 in fines.
- How much has Los Avina Mexican Resturant in Newberry been fined?
- Los Avina Mexican Resturant in Newberry has been fined a total of $2,400.00 across 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Los Avina Mexican Resturant in Newberry operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Los Avina Mexican Restaurant (2017-2020).
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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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