El Rinconcito Mexican Grill in Ocala

Last inspected:

1900 S Pine Ave, Ocala, FL 34471
Overview

El Rinconcito Mexican Grill in Ocala has accumulated 100 violations across 14 inspections dating back several years, averaging 7.1 violations per inspection—significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not been emergency-closed. High-priority violations have recurred repeatedly, including employee health policy violations cited in at least four inspections, handwashing and hand-washing facility violations appearing in multiple records, shell stock requirement violations in at least three inspections, and food contact surface violations across multiple inspections. A fire safety violation was documented on September 8, 2025, when a portable fire extinguisher gauge was found in the red zone. The most recent inspection on October 6, 2025 identified 39 violations (3 high-priority, 4 intermediate, 10 basic) and resulted in a Warning Issued; a follow-up inspection on October 14, 2025 found no violations and resulted in Call Back - Complied.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

14Inspections
100Violations
0Closures
1Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

El Rinconcito Mexican Grill in Ocala: Comparison to Marion County Averages

This Facility 7.1 violations / inspection 7.1 violations per inspection
Marion County Avg 5.44 violations / inspection 5.44 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Marion County Avg 0.26 closures / facility 0.26 county average

El Rinconcito Mexican Grill in Ocala: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · Administrative complaint recommended

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Fire extinguisher on cook line.

El Rinconcito Mexican Grill in Ocala: Full Inspection History — DBPR (14)

— 5 inspections38 violations · 22 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Food-Licensing Inspection· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 6 inspections24 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections21 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

El Rinconcito Mexican Grill in Ocala: Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Rinconcito Mexican Grill in Ocala last inspected?
El Rinconcito Mexican Grill in Ocala was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 14, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
What are the most common violations at El Rinconcito Mexican Grill in Ocala?
The most frequently cited violations at El Rinconcito Mexican Grill in Ocala are: Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health policy, Shell stock requirements.
How many health inspections has El Rinconcito Mexican Grill in Ocala had?
El Rinconcito Mexican Grill in Ocala has had 14 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of El Rinconcito Mexican Grill in Ocala find?
El Rinconcito Mexican Grill in Ocala was most recently inspected on October 14, 2025 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has El Rinconcito Mexican Grill in Ocala ever been shut down?
No, El Rinconcito Mexican Grill in Ocala has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
Has El Rinconcito Mexican Grill in Ocala had any fire safety violations?
Yes, El Rinconcito Mexican Grill in Ocala has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

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