MEXICAN CRAVINGS
MEXICAN CRAVINGS located in HUDSON has undergone 7 health department inspections, achieving a 3.3/5 overall safety rating. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.
12132 US Highway 19
Florida, 34667
Pasco County County
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★★☆☆ (3.3/5)
Based on 7 health inspection reports
All Inspection Reports
Inspection Date: 10/7/2025
Inspection #: Visit ID: 10929093
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface: The plug-in fan on the right side of the kitchen is coated with dust.
- 14-38-4:Basic - One cracked container was found on the shelving unit above the three-compartment sink. The operator discarded the container. Corrected On-Site
- 33-16-4:Basic - Open dumpster lid. The operator closed the dumpster lid. Corrected On-Site
- 14-01-5:Basic - The soup bowl in the fridge had a cup for scooping. The operator removed the cup and replaced it with a serving spoon that had a handle. Corrected On-Site
- 11-27-4: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 the operator with the DBPR HR form 5030-104. The operator posted. Corrected On-Site
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. The spray bottle was in the closet in the kitchen. The operator labeled the bottle. Corrected On-Site
Inspection Date: 7/29/2025
Inspection #: Visit ID: 13474979
- N/A:No Violations Were Observed
Inspection Date: 7/29/2025
Inspection #: Visit ID: 13474296
- N/A:No Violations Were Observed
Inspection Date: 7/28/2025
Inspection #: Visit ID: 13468425
- 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
- 35A-03-4:Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed following: 15 dead roaches, by the trash can area by the front door 1 dead roach, 1st bench on the right side of entering the restaurant. 6 dead roaches, by the self serve salsa bar 1 dead roach, product shelving unit in the dining area 1 dead roach, front counter shelving unit by the cash register. 1 dead roach, kitchen area by reach in cooler 1 dead roach, by the dish washing area 6 dead roaches, the closet in the kitchen 2 dead roaches, the hand sink in the kitchen Dead roaches were eradicated, and the employee swept up and sanitized the area.
- 40-06-5:Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area. Employee cell phone by the prep area.
- 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of food debris. Operator cleaned microwave. Corrected On-Site
- 22-48-5:High Priority - Establishment using a sanitizer solution that does not meet the requirements specified in 40 CFR 180. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until approved sanitizer is available for warewashing. Operator purchased correct sanitizer. Corrected On-Site
- 14-31-5:High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food in the reach in cooler. Operator took chicken out of no food-grade bags and put in food grade bin. Corrected On-Site
- 35A-05-4:High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed following: 5 live roaches, by the trash can area by the front door. 1 live roach, in the kitchen area by reach in cooler 1 live roach, in the hallway walking towards the back 1 live roach, in the bathroom Live roaches were eradicated, and the employee swept up and sanitized the area.
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Can opener
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Operator moved items out of the hand sink. Corrected On-Site
Inspection Date: 3/19/2025
Inspection #: Visit ID: 8896535
- 03D-02-5: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) stored in two glass door reach-in cooler. Employee stated rice was made yesterday. Issued stop sale.
- 50-17-3:High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored over ready-to-eat shrimp, garlic, and beef in glass door reach-in cooler. Employee moved and stored correctly. Corrected On-Site
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. 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) stored in two glass door reach-in cooler. Employee stated rice was made yesterday. Issued stop sale.
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwash sink blocked with garbage at time of inspection. Inspector moved trash can. Corrected On-Site
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink to the right of the three compartment sink. Employee placed paper towels. Corrected On-Site
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink to the right of the three compartment sink. Employee placed soap. Corrected On-Site
Inspection Date: 9/23/2024
Inspection #: Visit ID: 8776082
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over cooked pork and raw shell eggs stored over avocados in glass door reach-in coolers in kitchen. Operator moved and stored correctly. Corrected On-Site
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Operator placed soap bottle. Corrected On-Site
Inspection Date: 2/9/2024
Inspection #: Visit ID: 8509844
- N/A:No Violations Were Observed