Cinco De Mayo Mexican Restaurant and Bar in Tallahassee
3550 Mahan Dr #10, Tallahassee, FL 32308
Cinco de Mayo Mexican Restaurant and Bar in Tallahassee has accumulated 204 violations across 36 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.7 per visit. The facility was shut down twice, once for temperature violations in food storage and once for rodent activity. Recent enforcement shows an escalating pattern: in October 2024, inspectors issued a warning with 8 violations including three high-priority items, followed by a callback inspection. Most frequently cited violations involve consumer advisory notices, improper ventilation, and food contact surface issues.
Most recent closure: May 11, 2021 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Last inspected DBPR: December 15, 2025
Cinco De Mayo Mexican Restaurant and Bar in Tallahassee: Comparison to Leon County Averages
This Facility
5.7
violations / inspection
5.7 violations per inspection
Leon County Avg
3.44
violations / inspection
3.44 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Leon County Avg
0.15
closures / facility
0.15 county average
Cinco De Mayo Mexican Restaurant and Bar in Tallahassee: Emergency Closure History (2)
Cinco De Mayo Mexican Restaurant and Bar in Tallahassee: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2021023230 | $400.00 | May 11, 2021 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 6--2018027804 | $400.00 | May 18, 2018 | Miami (Doral) |
Cinco De Mayo Mexican Restaurant and Bar in Tallahassee: Full Inspection History — DBPR (36)
— 4 inspections16 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Administrative determination recommended
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 6 inspections25 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 4 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 7 inspections24 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 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 inspections9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Cinco De Mayo Mexican Restaurant and Bar in Tallahassee: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Cinco De Mayo Mexican Restaurant and Bar in Tallahassee last inspected?
- Cinco De Mayo Mexican Restaurant and Bar in Tallahassee was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 15, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Cinco De Mayo Mexican Restaurant and Bar in Tallahassee last shut down?
- Cinco De Mayo Mexican Restaurant and Bar in Tallahassee was last shut down on May 11, 2021 for rodent 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 Cinco De Mayo Mexican Restaurant and Bar in Tallahassee?
- The most frequently cited violations at Cinco De Mayo Mexican Restaurant and Bar in Tallahassee are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Cinco De Mayo Mexican Restaurant and Bar in Tallahassee had?
- Cinco De Mayo Mexican Restaurant and Bar in Tallahassee has had 36 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Cinco De Mayo Mexican Restaurant and Bar in Tallahassee find?
- Cinco De Mayo Mexican Restaurant and Bar in Tallahassee was most recently inspected on December 15, 2025 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Cinco De Mayo Mexican Restaurant and Bar in Tallahassee ever been shut down?
- Yes, Cinco De Mayo Mexican Restaurant and Bar in Tallahassee has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has Cinco De Mayo Mexican Restaurant and Bar in Tallahassee faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Cinco De Mayo Mexican Restaurant and Bar in Tallahassee has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
- How much has Cinco De Mayo Mexican Restaurant and Bar in Tallahassee been fined?
- Cinco De Mayo Mexican Restaurant and Bar in Tallahassee has been fined a total of $800.00 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.
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