Gustto Empanadas

2258 N Florida Ave, Hernando, FL 34442
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Apr 15, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Gustto Empanadas five times, with records going back to 2024. The most recent report on file is from Apr 15, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around one violation each.

“Manager or person in charge lacking proof” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.

Among Hernando restaurants, the typical score is 79; Gustto Empanadas is comfortably above that bar. The record reflects steady performance over time.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 15, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Owner Pedro **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
53A-02-7
90
Nov 21, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw pork stored over sauces in reach in cooler. Operator corrected shelves. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Owner Pedro **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
53A-02-7
78
May 9, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Pedro **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-09: **Admin Complaint**
53A-02-7
90
Feb 27, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations.
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High Priority - Mobile food dispensing vehicle disposing of wastewater at an unapproved location. Operator is transporting waste water to dump at private residence. Operator states they will get food truck added to septic permit a license location. **Warning**
28-29-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Shredded cheese (62F - Cold Holding) held on counter less than 4 hours. Operator moved to cooler to rapidly chill. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Pedro **Warning**
53A-02-7
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
61
Jul 12, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation.
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Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Gustto Empanadas last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Gustto Empanadas on file is from Apr 15, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Gustto Empanadas?

Across the inspection record, “manager or person in charge lacking proof” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Gustto Empanadas.

How does Gustto Empanadas compare to other restaurants in Hernando?

Gustto Empanadas most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Hernando average of 79.

Has Gustto Empanadas' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Gustto Empanadas have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Gustto Empanadas means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Gustto Empanadas inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Gustto Empanadas is inspected around three times per year on average.