Habaneros Mexican Grill in Oviedo
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829 Eyrie Dr, Oviedo, FL 32765Habaneros Mexican Grill #5 in Oviedo has accumulated 468 violations across 42 inspections since 2016, averaging 11.1 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach and fly activity. Fire safety citations documented marked exits blocked by tables in the banquet and dining areas on multiple occasions between 2017 and 2023. The restaurant has faced 6 disciplinary actions totaling $5,160 in fines, with the largest penalty at $1,600. Top recurring violations include improper hand washing, ventilation issues, and food contact surface problems.
Most recent closure: October 3, 2023 for roach & fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Habaneros Mexican Grill in Oviedo: Comparison to Seminole County Averages
This Facility
11.1
violations / inspection
11.1 violations per inspection
Seminole County Avg
5.44
violations / inspection
5.44 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Seminole County Avg
0.14
closures / facility
0.14 county average
Habaneros Mexican Grill in Oviedo: Emergency Closure History (1)
Habaneros Mexican Grill in Oviedo: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (6)
Total fines on record: $5,160.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2024047136 | $400.00 | Jun 17, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2023060143 | $400.00 | Oct 3, 2023 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 4--2017037001 | $1,560.00 | Jun 14, 2017 | District 8 | |
| 4--2017007725 | $800.00 | Dec 22, 2016 | Panama City Beach | |
| 4--2016051276 | $1,600.00 | Aug 22, 2016 | Fort Myers | |
| 4--2015004754 | $400.00 | Dec 10, 2014 | Miami (Doral) |
Habaneros Mexican Grill in Oviedo: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (4)
— 4 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2017-03-14: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Banquet room - From follow-up inspection on 2017-03-15: Showed the operator Marco which pathway was involved **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection on 2017-05-15: Table left blocking door way operator moved chairs and table **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection on 2017-06-14: Table blocking exit door in front dinning area **Admin Complaint**
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.
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2017-03-14: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Banquet room - From follow-up inspection on 2017-03-15: Showed the operator Marco which pathway was involved **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection on 2017-05-15: Table left blocking door way operator moved chairs and table **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken**
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.
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2017-03-14: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Banquet room - From follow-up inspection on 2017-03-15: Showed the operator Marco which pathway was involved **Time Extended**
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.
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Banquet room
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.
Habaneros Mexican Grill in Oviedo: Full Inspection History — DBPR (42)
— 2 inspections21 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections22 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 12 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 6 inspections57 violations · 40 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Routine - Food· 17 violations (11 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections18 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections21 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections21 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 6 inspections48 violations · 32 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 18 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 7 inspections75 violations · 37 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (8 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 23 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections28 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Admin. Complaint Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 19 violations (13 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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Habaneros Mexican Grill in Oviedo: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Habaneros Mexican Grill in Oviedo last inspected?
- Habaneros Mexican Grill #5 in Oviedo was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 29, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Habaneros Mexican Grill in Oviedo last shut down?
- Habaneros Mexican Grill #5 in Oviedo was last shut down on October 3, 2023 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 Habaneros Mexican Grill in Oviedo?
- The most frequently cited violations at Habaneros Mexican Grill #5 in Oviedo are: Proper hand/arm washing, Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Habaneros Mexican Grill in Oviedo had?
- Habaneros Mexican Grill #5 in Oviedo has had 42 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 11.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Habaneros Mexican Grill in Oviedo find?
- Habaneros Mexican Grill #5 in Oviedo was most recently inspected on October 29, 2025 with 23 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Habaneros Mexican Grill in Oviedo ever been shut down?
- Yes, Habaneros Mexican Grill #5 in Oviedo 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 V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- 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 Habaneros Mexican Grill in Oviedo had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Habaneros Mexican Grill #5 in Oviedo has 4 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Habaneros Mexican Grill in Oviedo faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Habaneros Mexican Grill #5 in Oviedo has 6 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $5,160.00 in fines.
- How much has Habaneros Mexican Grill in Oviedo been fined?
- Habaneros Mexican Grill #5 in Oviedo has been fined a total of $5,160.00 across 6 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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