Los Portales Mexican Grill in Saint Augustine
Last inspected:
2245 Cr 210 W #109, Saint Augustine, FL 32092Los Portales Mexican Grill in Saint Augustine has accumulated 292 violations across 36 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.1 per visit. The facility was shut down twice, in separate incidents for rodent activity and roach activity. State records show four disciplinary actions totaling $2,200 in fines. The restaurant's most frequently cited violations involve improper hand and arm washing, missing consumer advisories, and ventilation issues.
Most recent closure: January 15, 2025 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Los Portales Mexican Grill in Saint Augustine: Comparison to St. Johns County Averages
This Facility
8.1
violations / inspection
8.1 violations per inspection
St. Johns County Avg
4.93
violations / inspection
4.93 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
St. Johns County Avg
0.21
closures / facility
0.21 county average
Los Portales Mexican Grill in Saint Augustine: Emergency Closure History (2)
Los Portales Mexican Grill in Saint Augustine: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)
Total fines on record: $2,200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2025048225 | $600.00 | Mar 24, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 5--2025025969 | $800.00 | Jan 15, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 5--2024019288 | $400.00 | Feb 2, 2024 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 5--2021031263 | $400.00 | Jul 1, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
Los Portales Mexican Grill in Saint Augustine: Full Inspection History — DBPR (36)
— 8 inspections28 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency order recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections26 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections38 violations · 25 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 20 violations (13 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections22 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections30 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections24 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections18 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Los Portales Mexican Grill in Saint Augustine: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Los Portales Mexican Grill in Saint Augustine last inspected?
- Los Portales Mexican Grill in Saint Augustine was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 18, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Los Portales Mexican Grill in Saint Augustine last shut down?
- Los Portales Mexican Grill in Saint Augustine was last shut down on January 15, 2025 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 Portales Mexican Grill in Saint Augustine?
- The most frequently cited violations at Los Portales Mexican Grill in Saint Augustine are: Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Los Portales Mexican Grill in Saint Augustine had?
- Los Portales Mexican Grill in Saint Augustine has had 36 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Los Portales Mexican Grill in Saint Augustine find?
- Los Portales Mexican Grill in Saint Augustine was most recently inspected on December 18, 2025 with 6 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Los Portales Mexican Grill in Saint Augustine ever been shut down?
- Yes, Los Portales Mexican Grill in Saint Augustine has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
- Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- Has Los Portales Mexican Grill in Saint Augustine faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Los Portales Mexican Grill in Saint Augustine has 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,200.00 in fines.
- How much has Los Portales Mexican Grill in Saint Augustine been fined?
- Los Portales Mexican Grill in Saint Augustine has been fined a total of $2,200.00 across 4 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).
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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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