How many health inspections has LOS ANGELES MEXICAN RESTAURANT had?

LOS ANGELES MEXICAN RESTAURANT has had 25 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has LOS ANGELES MEXICAN RESTAURANT ever been shut down?

Yes, LOS ANGELES MEXICAN RESTAURANT has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at LOS ANGELES MEXICAN RESTAURANT?

The most frequently cited violations at LOS ANGELES MEXICAN RESTAURANT are: Proper cooling equipment, Approved food source, Employee health policy.

What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?

OUTBREAK ENABLER: Food workers who fail to report illness symptoms are the #1 cause of multi-victim outbreaks. Norovirus is shed in billions of viral particles per gram of stool — as few as 18 particles cause infection. One symptomatic worker can infect hundreds of customers before detection. CDC links 70% of Norovirus outbreaks to infected food handlers. Employees must immediately report: vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever, infected wounds or boils. Must also report diagnosed illness with Salmonella Typhi, Shigella, E. coli O157:H7, Hepatitis A virus, or Norovirus. Person in charge must exclude or restrict employees per FDA Food Code guidelines.

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 V10 (Approved food source) mean?

UNSAFE FOOD SOURCE: Food from unapproved sources bypasses USDA/FDA safety inspections, potentially harboring Listeria, Salmonella, E. coli O157:H7, parasites, or chemical contaminants. Uninspected meat may contain antibiotics, hormones, or prions (mad cow disease). Home-canned foods risk deadly Clostridium botulinum toxin. Wild-harvested shellfish may contain paralytic toxins. All food must come from approved, inspected sources. Maintain supplier documentation and invoices. Shellfish must have proper tags retained for 90 days. No home-prepared, home-canned, or uninspected foods. Wild game must be commercially processed. Verify supplier licenses and inspection status.

LOS ANGELES MEXICAN RESTAURANT

5649 SR 674, Wimauma, FL 33598

Hillsborough County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: SANTAMARIA ANWAR · License: SEA3916914

LOS ANGELES MEXICAN RESTAURANT in Wimauma, FL has 25 inspections on record with 157 total violations (6.3 per inspection) and 1 emergency closure.

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Data current as of January 27, 2025

Emergency Closures (1)

Emergency closure history for LOS ANGELES MEXICAN RESTAURANT
Date	Reason	Reopened
Nov 20, 2024	Roach & fly activity	N/A

Inspection History (25)

Jan 27, 2025 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

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V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V24 Toxic substance control

Nov 26, 2024 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

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Emergency Closures (1)

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