Los Ameca's Restaurante Y Taqueria in Orlando
Last inspected:
3558 S Orange Ave, Orlando, FL 32806Los Ameca's Restaurante Y Taqueria in Orlando has accumulated 244 violations across 27 inspections since 2016, averaging 9 per visit. The facility has faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $2,980 in fines, with the largest penalty reaching $2,300. Fire safety records document propane tanks stored inside the building under two separate operators across a decade, a hazard that persisted through the restaurant's rebrand. The top recurring violations involve food contact surfaces, hand washing procedures, and utensil sanitation.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Los Ameca's Restaurante Y Taqueria in Orlando: Comparison to Orange County Averages
This Facility
9.1
violations / inspection
9.1 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
Los Ameca's Restaurante Y Taqueria in Orlando: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $2,980.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2019032694 | $2,300.00 | May 16, 2019 | District 8 | |
| 4--2018027613 | $520.00 | Apr 10, 2018 | Tampa | |
| 4--2015007881 | $160.00 | Jan 14, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
Los Ameca's Restaurante Y Taqueria in Orlando: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · 48-04-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Numerous propane tanks in back storage , prep 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.
— 1 fire violation
— Food-Licensing Inspection · 48-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only.
One tank in storage area across from bathrooms and one in back 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 Ameca's Restaurante Y Taqueria in Orlando: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 1 inspection9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections18 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections27 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 16 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections21 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections45 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections32 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Los Ameca's Restaurante Y Taqueria in Orlando: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Los Ameca's Restaurante Y Taqueria in Orlando last inspected?
- Los Ameca's Restaurante Y Taqueria in Orlando was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 23, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Los Ameca's Restaurante Y Taqueria in Orlando?
- The most frequently cited violations at Los Ameca's Restaurante Y Taqueria in Orlando are: Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Los Ameca's Restaurante Y Taqueria in Orlando had?
- Los Ameca's Restaurante Y Taqueria in Orlando has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Los Ameca's Restaurante Y Taqueria in Orlando find?
- Los Ameca's Restaurante Y Taqueria in Orlando was most recently inspected on March 23, 2026 with 11 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Los Ameca's Restaurante Y Taqueria in Orlando ever been shut down?
- No, Los Ameca's Restaurante Y Taqueria 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 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.
- 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 Los Ameca's Restaurante Y Taqueria in Orlando had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Los Ameca's Restaurante Y Taqueria in Orlando has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Los Ameca's Restaurante Y Taqueria in Orlando faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Los Ameca's Restaurante Y Taqueria in Orlando has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,980.00 in fines.
- How much has Los Ameca's Restaurante Y Taqueria in Orlando been fined?
- Los Ameca's Restaurante Y Taqueria in Orlando has been fined a total of $2,980.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Los Ameca's Restaurante Y Taqueria in Orlando operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Restaurante Y Taqueria Ameca (2015).
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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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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