How many health inspections has ARMANDOS COCINA MEXICANA had?

ARMANDOS COCINA MEXICANA has had 20 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has ARMANDOS COCINA MEXICANA ever been shut down?

No, ARMANDOS COCINA MEXICANA has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at ARMANDOS COCINA MEXICANA?

The most frequently cited violations at ARMANDOS COCINA MEXICANA are: Clean multi-use utensils, Food storage, Shell stock requirements.

What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?

UNSAFE FOOD SOURCE: Food from unapproved sources bypasses USDA/FDA safety inspections, potentially harboring Listeria, Salmonella, E. coli O157:H7, parasites, or chemical contaminants. Uninspected meat may contain antibiotics, hormones, or prions (mad cow disease). Home-canned foods risk deadly Clostridium botulinum toxin. Wild-harvested shellfish may contain paralytic toxins. All food must come from approved, inspected sources. Maintain supplier documentation and invoices. Shellfish must have proper tags retained for 90 days. No home-prepared, home-canned, or uninspected foods. Wild game must be commercially processed. Verify supplier licenses and inspection status.

What does Florida violation V48 (Food storage) mean?

FOOD SAFETY RISK: Improperly stored food is vulnerable to contamination, temperature abuse, pest access, and cross-contamination. Unlabeled food cannot be date-tracked for safety. Food stored on floors is exposed to splash, pests, and cleaning chemicals. Improper FIFO rotation leads to expired food being served. Food stored near chemicals risks chemical contamination. Store all food: minimum 6 inches off floor, in food-grade containers with tight-fitting lids, properly labeled and dated, in appropriate temperature conditions. Follow FIFO rotation. Store raw meat below ready-to-eat food. Keep food away from chemicals, cleaning supplies, and personal items. Date-mark ready-to-eat TCS food — discard after 7 days.

What does Florida violation V50 (Adequate lighting) mean?

DETECTION FAILURE: Inadequate lighting prevents employees from identifying food contamination, insect presence, dirt on equipment, and other safety hazards. Studies show food safety violations increase 60% in poorly lit areas. Employees cannot see evidence of pest activity, mold growth, or food spoilage. Poor lighting also increases injury risk from cuts and burns. Provide adequate lighting: 50 foot-candles at food preparation surfaces and where employee safety is important, 20 foot-candles in handwashing areas, equipment and utensil storage, and at buffet service, 10 foot-candles in walk-in coolers, dry storage, and during cleaning. Use shatter-resistant bulbs or light shields in food areas.

ARMANDOS COCINA MEXICANA

2385 12 ST, Sarasota, FL 34237

Sarasota County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: ARMANDO'S COCINA MEXICANA LLC · License: SEA6805742

ARMANDOS COCINA MEXICANA in Sarasota, FL has 20 inspections on record with 109 total violations (5.5 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

20Inspections

109Violations

0Closures

Data current as of December 18, 2024

Inspection History (20)

Dec 18, 2024 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

Basic Violations

V48 Food storage

V50 Adequate lighting

Dec 17, 2024 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

Sep 9, 2024 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

V48 Food storage

V53 Outer openings protected

Jul 11, 2024 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V48 Food storage

V53 Outer openings protected

Nov 27, 2023 — Routine - Food· 6 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V21 Time as control

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V48 Food storage

Aug 23, 2023 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V48 Food storage

Aug 21, 2023 — Routine - Food· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V11 Food in good condition

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V48 Food storage

Dec 7, 2022 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V48 Food storage

Jul 6, 2022 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V12 Shell stock requirements

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Dec 15, 2021 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V38 Waste properly disposed

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Jul 13, 2021 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Jan 6, 2021 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V40 Wiping cloths usage

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Aug 21, 2020 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

Feb 19, 2020 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Oct 30, 2019 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

May 6, 2019 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Dec 4, 2018 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Oct 2, 2018 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Oct 1, 2018 — Routine - Food· 18 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

May 10, 2018 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

V36 Proper ventilation

How Does This Facility Compare?

ARMANDOS COCINA MEXICANA has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Sarasota County average of 0.09 closures per facility. It has averaged 5.5 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 3.69.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has ARMANDOS COCINA MEXICANA had?: ARMANDOS COCINA MEXICANA has had 20 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has ARMANDOS COCINA MEXICANA ever been shut down?: No, ARMANDOS COCINA MEXICANA has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at ARMANDOS COCINA MEXICANA?: The most frequently cited violations at ARMANDOS COCINA MEXICANA are: Clean multi-use utensils, Food storage, Shell stock requirements.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

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.

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