La Margarita in St. Cloud
Last inspected:
3321 13 St, St. Cloud, FL 34769La Margarita in St. Cloud has accumulated 205 violations across 32 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.4 violations per visit. The facility has faced two disciplinary actions totaling $920 in fines. Recent inspections show a pattern of repeated non-compliance: between June 2022 and June 2025, inspectors issued two administrative complaints and multiple callback inspections, with violations ranging from 4 to 18 per visit. The most frequently cited issues involve food contact surfaces, employee health policies, and employee health reporting.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
La Margarita in St. Cloud: Comparison to Osceola County Averages
This Facility
6.4
violations / inspection
6.4 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
La Margarita in St. Cloud: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $920.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2023055486 | $400.00 | Jul 14, 2023 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2017051107 | $520.00 | Oct 3, 2017 | Orlando |
La Margarita in St. Cloud: Full Inspection History — DBPR (32)
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections23 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 4 inspections19 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 5 inspections27 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 4 inspections28 violations · 18 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 6 inspections33 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
La Margarita in St. Cloud: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was La Margarita in St. Cloud last inspected?
- La Margarita 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 La Margarita in St. Cloud?
- The most frequently cited violations at La Margarita in St. Cloud are: Food contact surfaces, Employee health policy, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has La Margarita in St. Cloud had?
- La Margarita in St. Cloud has had 32 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of La Margarita in St. Cloud find?
- La Margarita in St. Cloud was most recently inspected on February 18, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has La Margarita in St. Cloud ever been shut down?
- No, La Margarita in St. Cloud has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- Has La Margarita in St. Cloud faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, La Margarita in St. Cloud has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $920.00 in fines.
- How much has La Margarita in St. Cloud been fined?
- La Margarita in St. Cloud has been fined a total of $920.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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