Los Laureles Authentic Mexican and Bar
Last inspected: Jan 12, 2026
50
Score
Inspectors have visited Los Laureles Authentic Mexican and Bar 10 times, with records going back to 2022. Los Laureles Authentic Mexican and Bar was last inspected on Jan 12, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near six violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” is the recurring theme, flagged five times.
That's lower than the typical Leesburg restaurant, which scores around 76. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
10
Inspections
2
Critical latest
2
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 12, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Raw chorizo not separate from red onion, in cooler under grill. -Raw shell eggs over milk in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -Rice 108f, less than 4 hours. Advised to reheat.
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Sanitizer bucket in hand sink at wait station.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -By three compartment sink.
41-17-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. -Men's bathroom.
36-36-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -Green cutting board. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. -Above soda dispenser and ice bin at wait station. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. -Some shelving in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
50
Jul 23, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. -Raw beef over enchiladas. - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-23: **Time Extended**
08A-02-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -No hot or cold running water at hand sink in side prep area. **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-23: **Time Extended**
27-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -Some shelves in walk in cooler. - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-23: **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. -Walk in cooler. - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-23: **Time Extended**
14-17-4
70
Jul 14, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
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. 0 ppm. **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. -Raw beef over enchiladas.
08A-02-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Raw shell eggs over salsa in walk in cooler.
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -No hot or cold running water at hand sink in side prep area. **Corrected On-Site**
27-16-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. -At wait station.
24-18-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. -Walk in cooler.
14-17-4
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. -At side prep area.
36-03-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -Green cutting board.
14-09-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -Some shelves in walk in cooler.
22-16-4
45
Jan 16, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Raw shell eggs over rice in walk in cooler.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -Rice 126f. Less than 4 hours. Advised to reheat. **Repeat Violation**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -Odoban not separate from trays.
41-10-4
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels.
31B-05-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. -Cooked chicken in walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
50
Jul 12, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
52
Jan 25, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over peeled onions in walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Salsa 57f. Less than 4 hours. Advised to reduce volume and add ice. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice 107f. Less than 4 hours. Advised to reheat.
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Blocked by trash can in wait station. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Open gallon of milk.
02C-03-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. **Corrected On-Site**
24-08-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer door.
14-69-4
47
Jul 27, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over cut lettuce. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice 127f. Less than 4 hours. Advised to reheat. Operator turned on high. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -Sanitizer over clean utensils.
41-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Can opener blade.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Wait station handsink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
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.
53B-14-5
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. -1 dead under oven. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
35A-03-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Rear exit door.
35B-01-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. -Men's bathroom. -Under dish machine.
36-24-5
41
Jan 13, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 22, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At front bar. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-22: **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. At wait station. - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-22: **Time Extended**
21-04-4
86
Jul 21, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -2 live in oven. **Warning**
35A-05-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice 106f. Less than 2 hours. Advised to reheat. Operator turned warmer on high. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At front bar. **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
41-17-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Cooking oil in dry storage. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. At wait station.
21-04-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk container of sugar in dry storage.
02D-01-5
52
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Los Laureles Authentic Mexican and Bar last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Los Laureles Authentic Mexican and Bar on file is from Jan 12, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Los Laureles Authentic Mexican and Bar?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Los Laureles Authentic Mexican and Bar.
How does Los Laureles Authentic Mexican and Bar compare to other restaurants in Leesburg?
Los Laureles Authentic Mexican and Bar most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Leesburg average of 76.
Has Los Laureles Authentic Mexican and Bar's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Los Laureles Authentic Mexican and Bar have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Los Laureles Authentic Mexican and Bar means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Los Laureles Authentic Mexican and Bar inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Los Laureles Authentic Mexican and Bar is inspected around three times per year on average.
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