How many health inspections has VALLARTA'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT had?

VALLARTA'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT has had 32 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has VALLARTA'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT ever been shut down?

Yes, VALLARTA'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at VALLARTA'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT?

The most frequently cited violations at VALLARTA'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored.

What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?

TECHNIQUE FAILURE: Improper handwashing technique leaves pathogens on hands even when a handwashing attempt is made. Studies show 95% of people wash hands incorrectly — most don't scrub for 20 seconds or miss fingertips, thumbs, and between fingers. Incomplete washing creates a false sense of security while still transferring E. coli, Norovirus, and Salmonella to food. Correct technique requires: wet hands with clean warm water, apply soap, lather and scrub for 20+ seconds covering all surfaces including fingertips/nails/between fingers/back of hands, rinse thoroughly, dry with single-use towel. Use towel to turn off faucet. Do NOT use hand sanitizer as substitute for handwashing.

What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?

CROSS-CONTAMINATION: Improperly cleaned food contact surfaces are a primary vehicle for bacterial transfer. Cutting boards can harbor 200x more fecal bacteria than a toilet seat. Biofilms form on surfaces within 24 hours, protecting Listeria, Salmonella, and E. coli from routine cleaning. One contaminated surface can transfer pathogens to dozens of food items throughout the day. Clean and sanitize ALL food contact surfaces: after each use, between different food types (especially raw meat to ready-to-eat), every 4 hours during continuous use, and when contaminated. Use proper sanitizer concentration: chlorine 50-100 ppm, quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm. Air dry — do not towel dry. Test sanitizer concentration every 2 hours.

What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?

INFORMED CHOICE: Without consumer advisory, customers with compromised immune systems, elderly, pregnant women, and young children cannot make informed decisions about consuming raw or undercooked foods. Raw oysters carry Vibrio vulnificus (50% fatality in at-risk groups). Undercooked eggs carry Salmonella Enteritidis. Raw fish may contain Anisakis parasites. Provide written consumer advisory with: disclosure identifying menu items containing raw or undercooked animal foods (eggs, meat, fish, shellfish), and a reminder statement about increased risk of foodborne illness. Must be on menu, placard, or other conspicuous written format. Covers items like rare burgers, sushi, sunny-side-up eggs, raw oysters.

VALLARTA'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT

9255 N 56 ST, Temple Terrace, FL 336175501

Hillsborough County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: ONATE JUAN M · License: SEA3910307

VALLARTA'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT in Temple Terrace, FL has 32 inspections on record with 303 total violations (9.5 per inspection) and 1 emergency closure.

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Data current as of April 1, 2025

Emergency Closures (1)

Emergency closure history for VALLARTA'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT
Date	Reason	Reopened
Nov 23, 2015	Roach activity	08:56:00

Inspection History (32)

Apr 1, 2025 — Routine - Food· 9 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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Emergency Closures (1)

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