Iona, Lee County

EL SABOR DE PUEBLA RESTAURANT LLC

16200 SAN CARLOS BLVD STE 140, Iona, FL 33908

FoodSeating
Latest violations
0
No violations
Nov 5, 2025
City
Iona
County
Lee
Status
Current / Active
Inspections
15

Violation history

Florida violations grouped by priority level over time.

Inspection history

Florida inspections are violation-priority based, with high priority, intermediate, and basic counts shown separately.

Nov 5, 2025

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Nov 3, 2025

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 4Intermediate: 5Basic: 5Total: 14

14-31-5

Detail 24166429

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with rice. Operator switched to food grade containers. Corrected On-Site Warning

08A-05-6

Detail 24166425

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.observed containers of raw chicken and raw beef stored over ready to eat tomatoes in reach in cooler at cook line. Warning

03A-02-5

Detail 24166430

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Raw beef 62F cold hold less than 4 hours. Operator double panned with ice. Observed salsa 53F cold hold, precooked pork 53F cold hold in double door upright reach in cooler at end of cook line.. Corrective Action Taken Warning

03B-01-6

Detail 24166428

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded chicken 128F hot hold less than 4 hours. Operator put lid in top of chicken. Corrective Action Taken Warning

16-37-1

Detail 24166419

Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Warning

31B-02-4

Detail 24166423

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen and hand wash sink next to ice machine. Operator placed napkins at hand wash sink. Corrected On-Site Warning

05-08-4

Detail 24166421

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Warning

11-26-1

Detail 24166426

Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Warning

31B-06-4

Detail 24166427

Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink next to ice machine not working/unable to dispense soap. Warning

14-09-4

Detail 24166420

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Warning

36-73-4

Detail 24166422

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris underneath shelving in walk in cooler. Warning

36-11-4

Detail 24166424

Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Walk in cooler. Warning

23-03-4

Detail 24166418

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, and gray-like substance on table at end of cook line. Observed buildup of grease on hood filters. Warning

02D-01-5

Detail 24166431

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt/sugar container. Operator labeled container. Corrected On-Site Warning

Aug 6, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 2Basic: 7Total: 10

08A-05-6

Detail 23934462

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed containers of raw beef and raw chicken stored over vegetables in drawer reach in cooker at cook line. Operator switched containers. Corrected On-Site

31A-11-4

Detail 23934461

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic container stored in hand wash sink next to ice machine. Operator removed scoop. Corrected On-Site

31B-06-4

Detail 23934464

Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink next to ice machine not working/unable to dispense soap. Operator replaced batteries. Corrected On-Site

36-32-5

Detail 23934457

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed mold-like substance on ceiling tile in beer dry storage room.

36-34-5

Detail 23934465

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated dust, or gray-like substance at kitchen entrance.

12B-12-5

Detail 23934459

Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container.

35B-01-4

Detail 23934463

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside near beer dry storage room.

36-73-4

Detail 23934460

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris underneath shelving in beer dry storage room.

10-08-5

Detail 23934458

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Corrected On-Site

21-10-4

Detail 23934466

Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.

Nov 6, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Basic: 6Total: 7

03A-02-5

Detail 23336826

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Salsa 45F cold hold. Operator double panned salsa with ice. Corrective Action Taken

36-22-4

Detail 23336822

Basic - Floor area covered with standing water in corner near upright reach in cooler at end of cook line.

14-20-4

Detail 23336825

Basic - Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn in upright reach in cooler at end of cook line.

16-46-4

Detail 23336824

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Corrected On-Site

22-16-4

Detail 23336827

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.

24-18-4

Detail 23336828

Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Spoons at kitchen entrance.

02D-01-5

Detail 23336823

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles and salt shaker at cook line.

Aug 8, 2024

Complaint Full

Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Aug 7, 2024

Complaint Full

Warning Issued

High Priority: 5Intermediate: 1Basic: 6Total: 12

03D-02-5

Detail 23042506

High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed rice 49F cooling, shredded precooked chicken 46F cooling, salsa 46F cooling overnight made on 08/06/24. Stop Sale. Warning

14-31-5

Detail 23042498

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with tortillas. Educated on importance of using food grade containers. Repeat Violation Warning

03A-03-5

Detail 23042500

High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Operator placed eggs in working reach in cooler. Corrective Action Taken Warning

01B-02-5

Detail 23042501

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Observed salsa 49F, raw beef 49F cold hold, raw chicken 50F cold hold, hot dogs 58F cold hold more than 4 hours. Stop Sale. Observed rice 49F cooling, shredded precooked chicken 46F cooling, salsa 46F cooling overnight made on 08/06/24. Operator discarded time/temperature control for safety foods. Corrective Action Taken Warning

03A-02-5

Detail 23042499

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Observed salsa 49F, raw beef 49F cold hold, raw chicken 50F cold hold, hot dogs 58F cold hold more than 4 hours. Stop Sale. Operator discarded time/temperature control for safety foods. Corrective Action Taken Warning

53B-05-5

Detail 23042503

Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning

35B-01-4

Detail 23042505

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exit door near dry storage. Warning

10-20-4

Detail 23042508

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Educated operator on proper storage of tongs. Repeat Violation Warning

21-04-4

Detail 23042507

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Warning

02D-03-4

Detail 23042502

Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Packaged salsas and guacamole. Educated operator on labeling. Repeat Violation Warning

31B-04-4

Detail 23042497

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand wash sink in kitchen. Educated operator on importance of having hand wash sign. Repeat Violation Warning

21-12-4

Detail 23042504

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Warning

Apr 10, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 5Basic: 13Total: 20

14-31-5

Detail 22790735

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with rice. Educated operator on using food grade containers. Operator removed bags. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

29-34-4

Detail 22790723

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb next to mop sink.

16-37-1

Detail 22790734

Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

31B-02-4

Detail 22790738

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink in kitchen. Operator placed paper towels at hand wash sink. Corrected On-Site

05-08-4

Detail 22790737

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.

31B-03-4

Detail 22790741

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink at bar and kitchen. Operator placed soap at hand wash sink. Corrected On-Site

02C-02-5

Detail 22790724

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed precooked beans, meats, and sauces not date marked. Educated operator on importance of date marking. Operator date marked foods. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

22-20-5

Detail 22790730

Basic - Accumulation of gray-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

14-01-5

Detail 22790728

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense rice and sauces. Educated operator on using scoops with handles. Operator removed bowl Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

12B-12-5

Detail 22790733

Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container.

36-73-4

Detail 22790740

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris underneath three compartment sink.

08B-47-4

Detail 22790726

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed containers if raw chopped meat stored in floor in walk in cooler. Educated operator on importance of storing foods off of floor. Repeat Violation

14-42-4

Detail 22790729

Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.

10-20-4

Detail 22790736

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Operator removed tongs. Corrected On-Site

02D-03-4

Detail 22790727

Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Packaged salsas and guacamole. Educated operator on labeling. Operator added labels. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

31B-04-4

Detail 22790731

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand wash sink at bar and kitchen.

27-10-4

Detail 22790739

Basic - No hot running water at mop sink.

23-03-4

Detail 22790725

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris. Hood at cook line.

14-33-4

Detail 22790732

Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Reach in cooler at end of cook line.

02D-01-5

Detail 22790722

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Spices/ flour containers. Educated operator on labeling. Operator labeled containers. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Mar 4, 2024

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jan 3, 2024

Routine - Food

Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate: 1Basic: 1Total: 2

51-14-7

Detail 22539208

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-03: Observed operator submitted plans with Log Number HQ-24-3881. Time Extended

02D-03-4

Detail 22539209

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-03: Time Extended

Nov 2, 2023

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 4Basic: 6Total: 11

14-31-5

Detail 22418281

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with tortillas. Warning

31A-09-4

Detail 22418287

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed bucket stored in front of hand wash sink in kitchen. Operator removed bucket Corrected On-Site Warning

51-14-7

Detail 22418285

Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Warning

53B-01-5

Detail 22418288

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning

02C-02-5

Detail 22418284

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed precooked beans, meats, and sauces not date marked. Warning

14-01-5

Detail 22418286

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense oil. Operator removed cup. Corrected On-Site Warning

08B-47-4

Detail 22418279

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed radishes stored on floor in walk in cooler. Warning

02D-03-4

Detail 22418282

Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Warning

23-03-4

Detail 22418289

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease. Hood filters. Warning

08B-12-5

Detail 22418280

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cut lettuce not covered in walk in cooler. Warning

02D-01-5

Detail 22418283

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour/salt/sugar containers. Warning

Jul 28, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 3Basic: 6Total: 10

03A-03-5

Detail 22158135

High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs sitting out at room temperature less than 4 hours. Operator placed eggs in reach in cooler. Corrective Action Taken

11-27-4

Detail 22158134

Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided operator with written procedures. Corrected On-Site

31A-11-4

Detail 22158137

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink used as dump sink. Educated operator on hand wash only. Repeat Violation

11-26-1

Detail 22158131

Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Operator completed forms before leaving inspection. Corrected On-Site

14-01-5

Detail 22158132

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense salsa. Operator removed cup. Corrected On-Site

08B-47-4

Detail 22158133

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed pots of stew stored on floor in kitchen.

14-42-4

Detail 22158129

Basic - Hood filters missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.

10-20-4

Detail 22158136

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Corrected On-Site

31B-04-4

Detail 22158130

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand wash sink in kitchen. Educated operator on having hand wash sign. Operator placed hand wash sign at hand wash sink. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

24-18-4

Detail 22158128

Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Forks at kitchen entrance.

Nov 15, 2022

Complaint Full

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 2Basic: 7Total: 9

31A-11-4

Detail 21573049

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed strainer stored in hand wash sink in kitchen.

05-08-4

Detail 21573042

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.

35A-06-4

Detail 21573045

Basic - Accumulation of dead insects in control devices.

32-04-4

Detail 21573044

Basic - Bathrooms located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.

14-09-4

Detail 21573046

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cook line. Educated operator on. Importance of smooth food contact surface. Repeat Violation

31B-04-4

Detail 21573043

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Kitchen. Operator placed hand wash sign at hand wash sink. Corrected On-Site

27-10-4

Detail 21573047

Basic - No hot running water at mop sink.

23-03-4

Detail 21573048

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease. Hood filters and backboard of stove.

29-11-4

Detail 21573041

Basic - Water leaking from pipe underneath mop sink.

Oct 26, 2022

Routine - Food

Administrative complaint recommended

Intermediate: 1Basic: 10Total: 11

22-02-4

Detail 21526733

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Can opener.

36-36-4

Detail 21526724

Basic - Ceiling tile missing above three compartment sink.

36-34-5

Detail 21526730

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated dust-like substance. Kitchen.

14-09-4

Detail 21526729

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cook line.

12B-12-5

Detail 21526728

Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container.

08B-32-4

Detail 21526734

Basic - Food being prepared outside on grill and food hot holding in steam table/bain marie. Admin Complaint

10-20-4

Detail 21526732

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Educated operator on importance of proper storage of tongs. Operator removed.. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

31B-04-4

Detail 21526731

Basic - No handwashing signs provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Restrooms.

29-08-4

Detail 21526727

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed mop sink in disrepair.

25-06-4

Detail 21526726

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Operator inverted containers. Corrected On-Site

21-12-4

Detail 21526725

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.

Aug 15, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 3Basic: 9Total: 15

41-07-4

Detail 21275276

High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored on shelving near food items. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site

14-31-5

Detail 21275280

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with bread in reach in freezer.

08A-05-6

Detail 21275267

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chorizo stored over ready to eat lettuce. Operator switched raw chorizo to bottom shelf. Corrected On-Site

02C-04-5

Detail 21275273

Intermediate - Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed precooked meats in reach in freezer not date marked.

02C-02-5

Detail 21275268

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed precooked meats in reach in cooler not date marked.

53B-14-5

Detail 21275279

Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

14-01-5

Detail 21275274

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense salsa. Educated operator on importance of having handles with scoops. Operator removed cups and used ladles. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

14-09-4

Detail 21275277

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.

08B-47-4

Detail 21275275

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed box of potatoes stored on floor. Operator placed box of potatoes on shelf. Corrected On-Site

14-38-4

Detail 21275269

Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed cracked/chipped glazed terracotta cups.

10-20-4

Detail 21275270

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site

21-04-4

Detail 21275266

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Repeat Violation

02D-03-4

Detail 21275272

Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Missing date packaged.

23-03-4

Detail 21275278

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease on hood and hood filters.

14-33-4

Detail 21275271

Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.

Mar 3, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 2Basic: 5Total: 7

31A-09-4

Detail 20903841

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink in dish wash area blocked by trash container. Corrected On-Site

31A-11-4

Detail 20903836

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed soiled glass stored in hand wash sink in dish was area.

14-01-5

Detail 20903840

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense flour and salsa. Corrected On-Site

10-20-4

Detail 20903835

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Corrected On-Site

21-04-4

Detail 20903838

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.

27-10-4

Detail 20903837

Basic - No hot running water at mop sink.

29-08-4

Detail 20903839

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed mop sink not plumbed to drain.