El Rodeo Mexican Restaurant & Lounge in Winter Haven
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2862 Recker Hwy, Winter Haven, FL 33880El Rodeo Mexican Restaurant & Lounge in Winter Haven has accumulated 46 violations across 15 inspections since 2021, averaging 3.1 per visit. The facility received a warning in October 2021 with three high-priority violations and has shown general compliance since, with no emergency closures or fire safety violations on record. Top recurring issues include consumer advisory requirements, ventilation concerns, and proper cleaning of multi-use utensils.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
El Rodeo Mexican Restaurant & Lounge in Winter Haven: Comparison to Polk County Averages
El Rodeo Mexican Restaurant & Lounge in Winter Haven: Full Inspection History — DBPR (15)
— 3 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 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· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections8 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
El Rodeo Mexican Restaurant & Lounge in Winter Haven: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was El Rodeo Mexican Restaurant & Lounge in Winter Haven last inspected?
- El Rodeo Mexican Restaurant & Lounge in Winter Haven was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 30, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at El Rodeo Mexican Restaurant & Lounge in Winter Haven?
- The most frequently cited violations at El Rodeo Mexican Restaurant & Lounge in Winter Haven are: Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has El Rodeo Mexican Restaurant & Lounge in Winter Haven had?
- El Rodeo Mexican Restaurant & Lounge in Winter Haven has had 15 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.1 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of El Rodeo Mexican Restaurant & Lounge in Winter Haven find?
- El Rodeo Mexican Restaurant & Lounge in Winter Haven was most recently inspected on September 30, 2025 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has El Rodeo Mexican Restaurant & Lounge in Winter Haven ever been shut down?
- No, El Rodeo Mexican Restaurant & Lounge in Winter Haven has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?
- Violation 24 (Toxic substance control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/24.
- What does Florida violation V35 (Single-use items) mean?
- Violation 35 (Single-use items) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/35.
- 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.
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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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