Mary Esther, Okaloosa County

EL PASO DE MARY ESTHER LLC

480 MARY ESTHER BLVD, Mary Esther, FL 32569

FoodSeating
Latest violations
2
2 Basic
Mar 23, 2026
City
Mary Esther
County
Okaloosa
Status
Closed
Inspections
13

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.

Mar 23, 2026

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic: 2Total: 2

14-74-7

Detail 24460111

Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Walk in freezer condenser unit broken. No food is stored in unit. Manager stated a work order has been submitted to repair unit.

36-02-5

Detail 24460110

Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Floor in walk in cooler is u sealed concrete. Repeat Violation

Dec 15, 2025

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

Intermediate: 1Basic: 5Total: 6

53A-03-7

Detail 24253254

Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Upon inspection all CFM's are expired. Warning

22-20-5

Detail 24253251

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Upon inspection observed mold-like substance inside ice machine in kitchen.

36-32-5

Detail 24253253

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Upon inspection observed ceiling tiles damaged throughout kitchen. Repeat Violation

14-69-4

Detail 24253252

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Upon inspection observed ice buildup inside walk-in freezer.

36-02-5

Detail 24253255

Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Upon inspection observed walk-in cooler floor not sealed.

14-17-4

Detail 24253250

Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Upon inspection observed walk-in cooler shelves rusted.

Apr 14, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic: 5Total: 5

22-20-5

Detail 23703728

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Upon inspection observed mold like substance inside ice machine.

36-32-5

Detail 23703725

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.upon inspection observed ceiling tiles damaged and stained throughout kitchen. Repeat Violation

14-72-4

Detail 23703726

Basic - Exhaust system operated with filters removed. No means to capture grease and/or condensation to prevent dripping.

14-69-4

Detail 23703724

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Upon inspection observed ice buildup inside walk-in freezer. Repeat Violation

14-17-4

Detail 23703727

Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Upon inspection observed shelves inside walk-in cooler rusted.

Dec 2, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 1Basic: 4Total: 5

16-37-1

Detail 23394844

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No test kit available for chlorine dish machine. Inspector used own strips. Repeat Violation

36-36-4

Detail 23394847

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Two ceiling tiles missing above ice machine

24-08-4

Detail 23394843

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pans wet nesting in dish area

14-69-4

Detail 23394845

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in walk-in freezer

10-17-4

Detail 23394846

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Multiple knives stored between prep table and cold holding unit on cook line. Operator corrected storage of knives during inspection. Corrected On-Site

Mar 11, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 1Basic: 3Total: 4

16-37-1

Detail 22709819

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Employees could not locate chemical test kit for dish-machine.

22-20-5

Detail 22709817

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice shield in ice machine has black/orange substance at crease in shield.

36-37-5

Detail 22709816

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling tiles throughout kitchen are not smooth/nonabsorbent.

12B-07-4

Detail 22709818

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Open employee drinks on prep table at end of cook line. Open drink on wire storage rack over prep table next to soda fountain.

Nov 28, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Mar 30, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 3Basic: 8Total: 11

14-31-5

Detail 21900200

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Upon inspection observed tortillas in retail bag next to cook line. Operator corrected storage during inspection. Corrected On-Site

08A-20-5

Detail 21900204

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Upon inspection observed raw chicken stored above raw beef in reach in cooler left side of cook line and in walk in cooler. Operator educated employees and corrected storage during inspection. Corrected On-Site

41-10-4

Detail 21900196

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Upon inspection observed small can of medical spray on shelf above cook line next to corn tortillas. Operator removed spray during inspection. Corrected On-Site

14-01-5

Detail 21900205

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Upon inspection observed small bowl resting in sauce next to cook line. Operator removed small bowl during inspection. Corrected On-Site

36-03-4

Detail 21900198

Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. By kitchen entry leading from wait station area.

35A-03-4

Detail 21900206

Basic - Dead roach on premises. Upon inspection observed 1 dead roach on top of dish machine. Operator cleaned and sanitized area of concern during inspection. Corrected On-Site

35B-08-4

Detail 21900203

Basic - Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Upon inspection observed sticky fly trap over cook line and above clean dish rack. Operator removed sticky fly trap during inspection. Corrected On-Site

33-15-4

Detail 21900197

Basic - Garbage can located outside has no lid or lid broken.

14-69-4

Detail 21900199

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Repeat Violation

29-49-6

Detail 21900202

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in cooler left of cook line.

08B-12-5

Detail 21900201

Basic - Stored food not covered. Upon inspection observed pan of chicken and case of bacon in walk in freezer uncovered. Repeat Violation

Dec 20, 2022

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Dec 19, 2022

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 4Intermediate: 2Basic: 6Total: 12

03D-01-5

Detail 21647737

High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Cook to cool- refried beans 132F, chicken 157F, rice 114F (2 1/2 hours). Operator reheating food items of concern to 165F and starting process over again. Corrective Action Taken

08A-05-6

Detail 21647738

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Upon inspection, observed raw pork pan stored on top of butter in walk in cooler left side.

01B-13-4

Detail 21647740

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Upon inspection, observed ice from walk in freezer fan dripped down into open pizza box. Operator discarded box of pizzas during inspection. Corrective Action Taken

03A-02-5

Detail 21647745

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach in prep cooler left side of service line sour cream 45F. Door opened frequently. Walk in cooler black beans 44F, raw pork 59F, homemade salsa 48F. Operator removed items to colder unit. Operator received delivery and door left open. Warning

31B-02-4

Detail 21647742

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Upon inspection, observed no paper towels at hand washing sink right side of kitchen entry. Operator replaced paper towels during inspection. Corrected On-Site

53B-13-5

Detail 21647739

Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

22-20-5

Detail 21647736

Basic - Accumulation of mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Upon inspection, observed pink build up on inside of ice machine.

24-08-4

Detail 21647743

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Upon inspection, observed water dripping from clean stacked pans on clean equipment rack top shelf in dish area.

08B-38-4

Detail 21647735

Basic - Food stored on floor. Upon inspection, observed large containers of salsa on floor in walk in cooler and case of snow crab walk in freezer.

36-24-5

Detail 21647734

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Upon inspection, observed separation from back of hood panel right side. Also, multiple places in disrepair on wall above prep table left side of three compartment sink.

14-69-4

Detail 21647741

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.

08B-12-5

Detail 21647744

Basic - Stored food not covered. Upon inspection, observed salsa uncovered in walk in cooler, and individual pizzas and corn uncovered in walk in freezer.

Apr 12, 2022

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Dec 6, 2021

Routine - Food

Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate: 1Total: 1

53B-05-5

Detail 20704225

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 - From follow-up inspection 2021-12-06: Time Extended

Dec 3, 2021

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 4Intermediate: 1Basic: 8Total: 13

03D-01-5

Detail 20701779

High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Cook to cool- chicken 112f, ground beef 95f, refried beans 120f 2 hours 30 minutes. Operator to food items of concern to reheat to 165f within 2 hours. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation

08A-05-6

Detail 20701778

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Shell eggs stored above cooked shredded beef left side in walk in cooler.

01B-02-5

Detail 20701780

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Upright reach in cooler right side service window- chicken wings 61f, queso 77f, pork 63f, chicken strips 65f, sliced cheese 64f, shredded cheese 62f, hamburger patties 61f, retried beans 64f.

03A-02-5

Detail 20701777

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Upright reach in cooler right side service window- chicken wings 61f, queso 77f, pork 63f, chicken strips 65f, sliced cheese 64f, shredded cheese 62f, hamburger patties 61f, retried beans 64f. Food items of concern in cold holding unit day since day prior. Operator discarded food items of concern during inspection. Warning

53B-05-5

Detail 20701772

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

36-37-5

Detail 20701771

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. 2 above dish machine in kitchen.

36-34-5

Detail 20701775

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease or dust. Vent over dish machine area in kitchen with dust build up.

14-11-4

Detail 20701776

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Walk in freezer door with insulation exposed and door frame damaged. Upright reach in cooler right side of service window in kitchen in disrepair.

36-22-4

Detail 20701781

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In dry storage area by kitchen door.

05-09-4

Detail 20701770

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Reach in cooler right side of service window in kitchen.

08B-12-5

Detail 20701769

Basic - Stored food not covered. Black beans in walk in cooler left side uncovered. Walk in freezer- personal pizza, hamburgers, ice cream container and corn not covered.

29-11-4

Detail 20701774

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Pipe leaking on to floor under hand washing sink next to door entry from kitchen cook area to dining room.

21-38-4

Detail 20701773

Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. By ice machine and door entry into dining room. Operator corrected storage during inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Apr 12, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 1Basic: 4Total: 8

22-41-4

Detail 21003992

High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Chlorine sanitizer tested 4 times at 0 ppm. Operator set up 3 compartment sink to ensure sanitation of dishes. 3 compartment sink chlorine sanitizer at 100 ppm. Corrective Action Taken

08A-05-6

Detail 21003995

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Upon inspection observed case of shell eggs stored above pan of rice in walk in cooler close to door entry. Operator corrected storage during inspection. Corrected On-Site

03B-01-6

Detail 21003999

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice 120f on steam table service line. Operator removed to reheat during inspection. Corrective Action Taken

53B-14-5

Detail 21003994

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.

24-08-4

Detail 21003996

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Upon inspection observed stacked pans on clean equipment rack with moisture in between left side of dish machine.

35B-08-4

Detail 21003993

Basic - Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Upon inspection observed hanging sticky insect trap hanging above food prep area right side of kitchen cook area. Operator removed sticky insect trap during inspection. Corrected On-Site

29-49-6

Detail 21003997

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Small prep reach in cooler left side of service window with standing water present.

08B-12-5

Detail 21003998

Basic - Stored food not covered. Upon inspection observed hamburger patty box and bacon box open in walk in freezer. Operator corrected storage during inspection. Corrected On-Site