Del Campo Latin Food & Cafe Lc
Last inspected: Feb 23, 2026
29
Score
Del Campo Latin Food & Cafe Lc appears in inspection records nine times, starting in 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 23, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around 12 violations per visit lately, up from roughly nine violations before.
Looking across the full record, “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” is the recurring theme, flagged eight times.
Compared to other Homestead restaurants (averaging 70), there's room to close the gap. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
9
Inspections
5
Critical latest
2
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 23, 2026
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked rice (56F - Cooling) in standing unit at kitchen area, as per operator over 6 hours. Operator segregate food to be discarded.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken (44F - Cold Holding) in standing unit at kitchen area, as per operator less than 1 hour, operator add ice cubes for rapid chill. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed white rice (98F - Hot Holding) on steam table at kitchen area, as per operator less than 1 hour. Operator proceeded to reheat food. second temperature white rice (169F - Reheating) **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cooked rice (56F - Cooling) in standing unit at kitchen area, as per operator over 6 hours. Operator segregate food to be discarded. **Corrective Action Taken**
03D-02-5
High Priority - Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Coached employee on proper procedures.
12A-17-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a chlorine gallon inside hand wash sink next to 3 compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked beef and cooked rice not date marked in standing unit at kitchen area, as per operator over 24 hours. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal phone on preparation table at kitchen area. Operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-04-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop on top of ice machine at front counter, operator moved ice scoop to dishwashing area. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-12-5
Basic - In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Observed clean knives stored on soiled surface at kitchen area.
10-02-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed grease accumulated on wall at cook line. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
29
Sep 25, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw steak stored above raw shrimp in reach in cooler at kitchen area, operator stored properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed milk (53F - Cold Holding) at front counter next to coffee machine, as per employee less than 30 minutes. Employee moved milk to reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw steak stored above cooked pork in reach in cooler at kitchen area, operator stored properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee washing a wiping cloth in hand wash sink at kitchen area. Coached employee on proper procedures. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked. Observed thawed cooked ground beef not date marked in reach in cooler at kitchen area. Coached operator on proper procedures.
02C-08-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork and cooked steak not date marked in reach in cooler at kitchen area, as per operator over 24 hours. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling tiles and soiled vents at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil in standing water at 95° F at front counter next, employee discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled reach in freezer interior at kitchen area.
22-16-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked pork container not covered in reach in cooler at kitchen area. Operator covered during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw steak (frozen) on preparation table at kitchen area. Operator proceeded to start preparation. **Corrective Action Taken**
06-01-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed grease accumulated on wall behind cook line.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at front counter.
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container not identified with common name at front counter. Operator labeled containers during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
32
Feb 3, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed next to flat grill, as per operator less than 40 minutes, operator moved shell eggs to reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-03-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pooled eggs (47F - Cold Holding) next to flat grill at kitchen area, as per operator less than 30 minutes, operator moved pooled eggs to reach in cooler. pooled eggs (43F - Cold Holding) **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed bread being stored on no food grade bags, employee removed bread from bags. **Corrected On-Site**
14-31-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed next to 3 compartment sink, operator restock paper towels during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork and cooked steak not date marked on reach in cooler at kitchen area, as per operator over 24 hours, operator dated food during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed on men bathroom.
32-04-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled vents at cook line.
36-34-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
45
Sep 3, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed next to flat grill, as per operator less than 4 hours. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-03-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed homemade potatoes (131F - Hot Holding); on hot holding unit at kitchen, asper operator less than 4 hours. Operator proceeded to reheat food. homemade potatoes (168F - Reheating) **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork not dated inside reach in cooler, as per operator over 24 hours. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed degreaser spray bottle not identified with common name at kitchen area.
41-17-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed on men's bathroom.
32-04-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at kitchen area.
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board by dishwasher.
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed broken gaskets on unit at kitchen area.
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door.
35B-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at preparation table.
21-12-4
45
Mar 8, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 discussed with operator. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-08: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
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. Observed training expired for: Dante's, Mariaelena,,Carmen,Jazmin and Frances. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-08: **Admin Complaint**
53B-05-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Located at the front counter. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-08: **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-08: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
74
Jan 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw steak stored above raw shrimp in reach in cooler at kitchen area, employee rearranged properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-20-5
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 form during inspection. **Warning**
11-27-4
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/ **Warning**
53A-05-6
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 discussed with operator. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at HWS in kitchen area, employee restocked during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked rice,cooked beans and cooked steak not date marked, as per employee over 24 hours. Employee dated food during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02C-02-5
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. Observed training expired for: Dante's, Mariaelena,,Carmen,Jazmin and Frances. **Warning**
53B-05-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed potatoes sticks container not identified with common name. Employee labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02D-01-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking HWS faucet at kitchen area. **Warning**
29-11-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Located at the front counter. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at kitchen area. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed at preparation table. **Warning**
21-10-4
35
Jul 11, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 form during inspection. - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-11: No written procedures available. **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 during inspection. - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-11: No proof provided. **Time Extended**
11-26-1
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. - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-11: **Time Extended**
53B-05-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-11: Still observed. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
70
Jul 10, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw steak (51F - Cold Holding);; raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (48F - Cold Holding) as per Manager less than 4 hours, Manager moved to reach in freezer during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
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.
53B-05-5
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 form during inspection.
11-27-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed next to 3 compartment sink, Manager restocked during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
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 form during inspection.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork not date marked inside reach in cooler in kitchen area, as per Manager over 24 hours. Manager dated during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal drink in preparation table, Manager removed during inspection.
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed at the front counter.
21-09-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed oil and soy sauce bottles not identified in kitchen area.
02D-01-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at the front counter.
22-20-5
37
Sep 8, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 6 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 21 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed food stored in Togo bags at the front counter.
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw steak stored above raw shrimp. Employee rearranged properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked white rice (129F - Hot Holding) employee reheated rice at the time of the inspection. cooked white rice (171F - Reheating)
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed empty container and sponge inside hand wash sink next to 3 compartment sink. Employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available. **Repeat Violation**
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/
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed in hand wash sink next to 3 compartment sink. Employee provided soap bottle during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed rice and beans,chicken soup not date marked. As per manager food was prepared 2 days ago. Also black beans container in walk in cooler.
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed degreaser bottle not labeled with common name in kitchen area.
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed accumulation of black mold like substance in ice machine at front counter. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal cups, phone and car keys stored in rack above food in kitchen area. Employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed chef not wearing a beard guard. **Repeat Violation**
13-04-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees at the front counter. **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in sugar container. Employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Server scooping/portioning food (other than ice and beverages) has no hair restraint.
13-09-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed rice and beans container not covered stored inside reach in. Employee covered during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed cooked Blanca beans container (frozen) in preparation table. Employee moved to reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed throughout kitchen. Also at the front counter.
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container not labeled with common name at the front counter.
02D-01-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Del Campo Latin Food & Cafe Lc last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Del Campo Latin Food & Cafe Lc on file is from Feb 23, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Del Campo Latin Food & Cafe Lc?
Across the inspection record, “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Del Campo Latin Food & Cafe Lc.
How does Del Campo Latin Food & Cafe Lc compare to other restaurants in Homestead?
Del Campo Latin Food & Cafe Lc most recently scored 29 out of 100, which is lower than the Homestead average of 70.
Has Del Campo Latin Food & Cafe Lc's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Del Campo Latin Food & Cafe Lc have averaged around 12 violations per visit, up from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Del Campo Latin Food & Cafe Lc 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 Del Campo Latin Food & Cafe Lc inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Del Campo Latin Food & Cafe Lc is inspected around three times per year on average.
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