Mi Querida Colombia
Last inspected: Nov 19, 2025
33
Score
Mi Querida Colombia has been inspected eight times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Nov 19, 2025. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around eight violations to closer to 13 violations per visit.
Across the inspection history, “equipment in poor repair” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
Mi Querida Colombia's latest score of 33 falls below the Ocoee average of 76. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
3
Major latest
13
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 19, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Bread wrapped in paper towels on dish towel. . Staff removed items. **Corrected On-Site**
14-86-1
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Pan in sink located in sink located on front counter. Staff removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Using quarantine sanitizer have chlorine strips.
16-37-1
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. Pork beef and other items. Items in reach in freezer and in refrigerator to thaw.
02C-04-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Kitchen
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Hole around piping at hot water heater.
36-32-5
Basic - Clean-out cap missing from plumbing line. Outside back door. Two missing
29-24-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Cook line
36-17-5
Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
33-20-4
Basic - Light not functioning. Hood and in kitchen area
36-62-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Bottom of prep table located on the cook line. Made of unsealed wood.
14-47-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Large containers in storage located over triple sink.
16-46-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.
35B-03-4
Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Avocado with stickers. Cut in a bowl.
08B-39-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Chemical dispenser at triple sink.
29-11-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
33
Sep 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. White rice 112F less than 2 hours. Operator will reheat to 165F
03B-01-6
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink next to dish area **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Sanitizer spray bottle at front counter **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink at Front counter **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Low boy cooler under grill.
14-11-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Around kitchen and prep station **Corrected On-Site**
36-73-4
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Container with empanadas at cook line
14-38-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Container with pork belly at prep station **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Buildup ice at walk in freezer
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Buildup grease at hood system Soiled gaskets reach in cooler at cook line
23-03-4
43
Mar 6, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
37
Sep 24, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. shelled Eggs ambient (47F - Cold Holding). In cooler less than 4 hours
03A-03-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Low boy cooler under grill. Gaskets on cooler close to triple sink.
14-11-5
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Plastic libs and containers. Manager discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
14-38-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Next to triple sink wood and missing cove molding.
36-24-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Bottom of 2 prep tables in kitchen
14-47-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Cooler on cook line close to triple sink
29-49-6
67
Mar 7, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
67
Dec 4, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. empanada (127F - Hot Holding); sausage (127F - Hot Holding) In display case less than 4 hours. Provided time plan and explained how to use. Any future hot temperature violations will result in administrative action. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Pan covering sink next ice machine. Staff removed pan. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
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. Provided form and employees signed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Under prep table near slicer
23-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Back door arm broken **Repeat Violation**
35B-03-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Holes around pipes and ducts in ceiling throughout kitchen.
36-32-5
Basic - Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. On ice machine at front counter
14-71-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on walk-in freezer **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Cases of Cheese and chicken in walk-in freezer
08B-38-4
Basic - Light not functioning. Hood and entrance to kitchen
36-62-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Fry basket handles
23-24-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Aluminum Togo pans on shelf in kitchen staff turned over **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout kitchen
36-27-5
43
Feb 27, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Sausage and empanadas 120F less than 1 hour. Operator placed in oven for temperature recovery. Provided operator with time plan. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
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 form.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Pan of water in sink at front counter. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine kit needed
16-37-1
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/ 6 employees present no certified manager. Certified manager came after inspection was started Juan Rodriguez. **Corrected On-Site**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Sink in ware wash area.
31B-02-4
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. Provided operator with form. Form must be filled out by each individual employee and kept on file in facility.
11-26-1
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine black mold like substance.
22-20-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Jacket on rack with condiments. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer at front counter. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Self closure broken on back door.
35B-03-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Slow draining hand sink inside kitchen entrance.
29-20-5
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Tested over 200ppm retested at 50ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn reach in stand up reach in cooler. Door missing from warmer on front counter.
14-11-5
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Sep 26, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mi Querida Colombia last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mi Querida Colombia on file is from Nov 19, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mi Querida Colombia?
Across the inspection record, “equipment in poor repair” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Mi Querida Colombia.
How does Mi Querida Colombia compare to other restaurants in Ocoee?
Mi Querida Colombia most recently scored 33 out of 100, which is lower than the Ocoee average of 76.
Has Mi Querida Colombia's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Mi Querida Colombia have averaged around 13 violations per visit, up from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Mi Querida Colombia 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 Mi Querida Colombia inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Mi Querida Colombia is inspected around three times per year on average.
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