Mexiote
Last inspected: Dec 8, 2025
70
Score
Mexiote appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 8, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around three violations, down from roughly five violations earlier in the record.
The pattern that stands out is “wet wiping cloth not stored”, which has been cited two times.
Compared to other Pembroke Pines restaurants (averaging 79), there's room to close the gap. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 8, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee changed gloves after cracking raw shell eggs without washing hands first. Reviewed proper procedures with manager and employee; employee washed hands. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-07-5
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit. Probe thermometer reading 24F in ice water. Calibrated to 32F. **Corrected On-Site**
05-06-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Partial tile missing above beverage cooler in waiting area.
36-36-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet cloth left on prep table under meat slicer.
21-12-4
70
Aug 1, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Certified Food Manager - Maria Rodriquez Person in Charge - Yolianne Ruiz
53A-05-6
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee water bottle on dry goods shelf above canned beverages.
12B-07-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Both sanitizer buckets reading 0ppm chlorine. Employee remade both to 100ppm chlorine. **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
82
Mar 21, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handles in contact with flour and rice in bulk containers. Manager moved scoops to properly store with handles up. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
95
Dec 3, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
74
Aug 20, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Dented can of whole peeled tomatoes in dry storage area. Operator placed in office to be credited by supplier. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-20: Observed at callback inspection same. One #10 can whole tomatoes on dry goods shelf with creased metal side. **Admin Complaint**
01B-01-4
86
Jun 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Dented can of whole peeled tomatoes in dry storage area. Operator placed in office to be credited by supplier. **Warning**
01B-01-4
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. Emailed vomit clean up procedure to operator **Warning**
11-27-4
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**
53B-01-5
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. Emailed employee reporting agreement form to operator **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash sign in employee restroom. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth stored on prep line. Operator placed in sanitizer solution bucket **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Oil container on cook line not labeled. Operator labeled oil **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02D-01-5
Basic - Bag of rice not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor in storage area. **Warning**
08B-47-4
Basic - Case Single-service articles (to go plates))improperly stored on floor in dry storage area. **Warning**
25-05-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed open water bottle on middle prep shelf. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-07-4
47
Aug 2, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
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. Emailed procedures to manager
11-27-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
36-37-5
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed choking poster to manager.
51-13-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in employee restroom.
31B-04-4
58
Sep 23, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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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 2022-09-23: **Time Extended**
53B-05-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Some Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair above hood in cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-23: **Time Extended**
36-32-5
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mexiote last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mexiote on file is from Dec 8, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mexiote?
Across the inspection record, “wet wiping cloth not stored” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Mexiote.
How does Mexiote compare to other restaurants in Pembroke Pines?
Mexiote most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Pembroke Pines average of 79.
Has Mexiote's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Mexiote have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Mexiote means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Mexiote inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Mexiote is inspected around two times per year on average.
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