El Potro Mexican Restaurant in Orlando
Last inspected:
4666 S Kirkman Rd, Orlando, FL 32811El Potro Mexican Restaurant in Orlando has accumulated 417 violations across 33 inspections since 2016, averaging 12.6 per visit. The facility faced three disciplinary actions totaling $600 in fines. In September 2022, inspectors conducted daily follow-up inspections after discovering 47 violations, including a missing fire extinguisher from the dry storage area that was cited again on a follow-up visit. Food contact surfaces, ventilation, and hand washing compliance have been the most frequently cited violations.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
El Potro Mexican Restaurant in Orlando: Comparison to Orange County Averages
This Facility
12.6
violations / inspection
12.6 violations per inspection
Orange County Avg
5.9
violations / inspection
5.9 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Orange County Avg
0.12
closures / facility
0.12 county average
El Potro Mexican Restaurant in Orlando: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025085684 | $200.00 | Aug 25, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2023002182 | $200.00 | Sep 7, 2022 | Fort Lauderdale |
El Potro Mexican Restaurant in Orlando: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-05-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only.
Stored in the floor by dry storage area. - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-07: **Time Extended**
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 · 45-05-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only.
Stored in the floor by dry storage 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.
El Potro Mexican Restaurant in Orlando: Full Inspection History — DBPR (33)
— 5 inspections27 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 7 inspections45 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Administrative complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 20 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 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· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections31 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections18 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— 3 inspections20 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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— 2 inspections18 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections30 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)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 20 violations (15 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
El Potro Mexican Restaurant in Orlando: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was El Potro Mexican Restaurant in Orlando last inspected?
- El Potro Mexican Restaurant in Orlando was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 29, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at El Potro Mexican Restaurant in Orlando?
- The most frequently cited violations at El Potro Mexican Restaurant in Orlando are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has El Potro Mexican Restaurant in Orlando had?
- El Potro Mexican Restaurant in Orlando has had 33 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 12.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of El Potro Mexican Restaurant in Orlando find?
- El Potro Mexican Restaurant in Orlando was most recently inspected on December 29, 2025 with 6 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has El Potro Mexican Restaurant in Orlando ever been shut down?
- No, El Potro Mexican Restaurant in Orlando 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 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 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.
- Has El Potro Mexican Restaurant in Orlando had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, El Potro Mexican Restaurant in Orlando has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has El Potro Mexican Restaurant in Orlando faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, El Potro Mexican Restaurant in Orlando has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has El Potro Mexican Restaurant in Orlando been fined?
- El Potro Mexican Restaurant in Orlando has been fined a total of $400.00 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).
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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