Don Diego Argentinian Steakhouse in St. Cloud

Last inspected:

4585 13th Street, St. Cloud, FL 34769
Overview

Don Diego Argentinian Steakhouse in St. Cloud has documented 260 violations across 24 inspections dating back to at least 2018, averaging 10.8 violations per inspection — more than double the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been pervasive and recurring: employee health policy violations appeared in 7 of the last 8 inspections, proper hand and arm washing violations were cited in 8 of the last 8 inspections, and chemical storage violations appeared in at least 5 inspections. Food contact surface violations were documented in 6 inspections. The facility has received one disciplinary action totaling $200 in fines. Fire safety violations were documented in three separate inspections: flammable materials stored improperly or near ignition sources in 2018, 2019, and 2022, with one incident involving paint cans and foam filler in the mop room behind the bar area and another involving a blocked exit. The facility has not been emergency-closed. The most recent inspection on February 18, 2026 found 12 violations including one high-priority violation for proper hand and arm washing, and was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

24Inspections
260Violations
0Closures
3Fire
$200in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Don Diego Argentinian Steakhouse in St. Cloud: Comparison to Osceola County Averages

This Facility 10.8 violations / inspection 10.8 violations per inspection
Osceola County Avg 5.57 violations / inspection 5.57 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Osceola County Avg 0.1 closures / facility 0.1 county average

Don Diego Argentinian Steakhouse in St. Cloud: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $200.00

Disciplinary action history for Don Diego Argentinian Steakhouse in St. Cloud
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
4--2016041943 $200.00 Jul 13, 2016 Miami (Doral)

Don Diego Argentinian Steakhouse in St. Cloud: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only./ reach in cooler in front of exit door .
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 49-02-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Flammables-Cans 0f paint in mop room behind bar area. And can of foam filler stored next to water heater in dishwash room.
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 49-05-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Flammables stored near a source of ignition. For reporting purposes only. Various cans of paint and other flammable by water heater near western most back door.

Don Diego Argentinian Steakhouse in St. Cloud: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)

— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections30 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections24 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections13 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections23 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections15 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections18 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections18 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued

Don Diego Argentinian Steakhouse in St. Cloud: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Don Diego Argentinian Steakhouse in St. Cloud last inspected?
Don Diego Argentinian Steakhouse in St. Cloud was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 18, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Don Diego Argentinian Steakhouse in St. Cloud?
The most frequently cited violations at Don Diego Argentinian Steakhouse in St. Cloud are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored.
How many health inspections has Don Diego Argentinian Steakhouse in St. Cloud had?
Don Diego Argentinian Steakhouse in St. Cloud has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Don Diego Argentinian Steakhouse in St. Cloud find?
Don Diego Argentinian Steakhouse in St. Cloud was most recently inspected on February 18, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Don Diego Argentinian Steakhouse in St. Cloud ever been shut down?
No, Don Diego Argentinian Steakhouse in St. Cloud has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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 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.
What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
Has Don Diego Argentinian Steakhouse in St. Cloud had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Don Diego Argentinian Steakhouse in St. Cloud has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Don Diego Argentinian Steakhouse in St. Cloud faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Don Diego Argentinian Steakhouse in St. Cloud has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
How much has Don Diego Argentinian Steakhouse in St. Cloud been fined?
Don Diego Argentinian Steakhouse in St. Cloud has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
Has Don Diego Argentinian Steakhouse in St. Cloud operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: Jalapenos Mexican Restaurant (2018-2022).

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