El Jalisco Southwood in Tallahassee

3197 Merchants Row Blvd Ste 110, Tallahassee, FL 32311

Overview

El Jalisco Southwood in Tallahassee has recorded 26 inspections and 216 violations since January 2022, averaging 8.3 violations per inspection—significantly higher than Florida's statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been documented in nearly every inspection, with recurring findings including consumer advisories, food contact surface sanitation, employee health reporting, shell stock handling, and proper cooking temperatures. An administrative complaint was recommended following a complaint inspection on September 6, 2023 that identified violations in employee health reporting, handwashing, shell stock requirements, and proper cooking temperatures. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. The most recent inspection on March 5, 2026 identified nine violations including three separate consumer advisory violations and was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

26Inspections
216Violations
0Closures

Last inspected DBPR: March 5, 2026

El Jalisco Southwood in Tallahassee: Comparison to Leon County Averages

This Facility 8.3 violations / inspection 8.3 violations per inspection
Leon County Avg 3.44 violations / inspection 3.44 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Leon County Avg 0.15 closures / facility 0.15 county average

El Jalisco Southwood in Tallahassee: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)

— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 2 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections27 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 5 inspections21 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections30 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

El Jalisco Southwood in Tallahassee: Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Jalisco Southwood in Tallahassee last inspected?
El Jalisco Southwood in Tallahassee was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 5, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at El Jalisco Southwood in Tallahassee?
The most frequently cited violations at El Jalisco Southwood in Tallahassee are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Clean multi-use utensils.
How many health inspections has El Jalisco Southwood in Tallahassee had?
El Jalisco Southwood in Tallahassee has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of El Jalisco Southwood in Tallahassee find?
El Jalisco Southwood in Tallahassee was most recently inspected on March 5, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has El Jalisco Southwood in Tallahassee ever been shut down?
No, El Jalisco Southwood in Tallahassee has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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 V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
What does Florida violation V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?
Violation 53 (Outer openings protected) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/53.

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