Vargas Mexican Food LLC in Sebastian
Last inspected:
8802 N Us Hwy 1 Ste 1, Sebastian, FL 32958Vargas Mexican Food in Sebastian has accumulated 214 violations across 36 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.9 per visit. The facility has not been shut down but faces recurring citations for improper ventilation, food contact surface issues, and employee health reporting. A 2014 fire safety inspection documented a deep fryer not fully under the hood suppression system, a hazard that remains cited as a repeat violation. The restaurant received one disciplinary action totaling $200 in fines.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Vargas Mexican Food LLC in Sebastian: Comparison to Indian River County Averages
This Facility
5.9
violations / inspection
5.9 violations per inspection
Indian River County Avg
6.33
violations / inspection
6.33 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Indian River County Avg
0.12
closures / facility
0.12 county average
Vargas Mexican Food LLC in Sebastian: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2018046154 | $200.00 | Jul 12, 2018 | Miami (Doral) |
Vargas Mexican Food LLC in Sebastian: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. - deep fryer positioned so not completely under hood system **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
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.
Vargas Mexican Food LLC in Sebastian: Full Inspection History — DBPR (36)
— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections17 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections20 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections18 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 8 inspections20 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections21 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Vargas Mexican Food LLC in Sebastian: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Vargas Mexican Food LLC in Sebastian last inspected?
- Vargas Mexican Food LLC in Sebastian was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 12, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Vargas Mexican Food LLC in Sebastian?
- The most frequently cited violations at Vargas Mexican Food LLC in Sebastian are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Vargas Mexican Food LLC in Sebastian had?
- Vargas Mexican Food LLC in Sebastian has had 36 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Vargas Mexican Food LLC in Sebastian find?
- Vargas Mexican Food LLC in Sebastian was most recently inspected on February 12, 2026 with 6 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Vargas Mexican Food LLC in Sebastian ever been shut down?
- No, Vargas Mexican Food LLC in Sebastian 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 V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
- Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
- Has Vargas Mexican Food LLC in Sebastian had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Vargas Mexican Food LLC in Sebastian has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Vargas Mexican Food LLC in Sebastian faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Vargas Mexican Food LLC in Sebastian has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Vargas Mexican Food LLC in Sebastian been fined?
- Vargas Mexican Food LLC in Sebastian has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Vargas Mexican Food LLC in Sebastian operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Vargas Mexican & Italian (2014).
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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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