La Familia
Last inspected: Mar 17, 2026
86
Score
The health department has logged 10 inspections at La Familia, the earliest from 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 17, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around three violations lately and about 10 violations before that.
“Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
La Familia scores about where you'd expect for a Palmetto restaurant. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 17, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed certified food manager expired on 2/8/2026 with no other certified food manager for establishment. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-17: **Time Extended**
53A-07-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed reach in freezer in dry storage area with ice buildup. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-17: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
86
Mar 16, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towels used as liner for cut tomatoes in reach in cooler located in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
14-86-1
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following items in hot table below 135F Chicken (108F - Hot Holding); Beef (121F - Hot Holding); Rice (116F - Hot Holding). Employee stated items were reheated and put into hot table 30 mins before start of inspection. Employee raised warmer temperature before end of inspection. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed certified food manager expired on 2/8/2026 with no other certified food manager for establishment.
53A-07-6
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed food held for more than 24 hours not date marked in reach in coolers throughout establishment.
02C-02-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed reach in freezer in dry storage area with ice buildup. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
58
Dec 10, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed ceiling lights with no light shields throughout kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-10: **Time Extended**
38-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign in women's bathroom. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-10: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
90
Dec 8, 2025
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed cut cilantro stored in reach in cooler near cook line lined with non food grade paper towels. Employee removed paper towels and discarded them. Observed cut onions stored in reach in cooler in dry storage area lined with non food grade paper towels. Operator removed paper towels and discarded them. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-86-1
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed deep freezer in dry storage with multiple garbage bags with frozen beef inside. . **Warning**
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed uncovered bowl of raw chicken above green sauce in reach in cooler near cook line. Employee removed chicken and placed on bottom shelf. Observed raw shell eggs above ready to eat green sauce in reach in cooler in dry storage area. Operator removed eggs from shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked rice in plastic container on steam table reach 110F. Educated operator on hot food holding. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed window cleaner and disinfectant bottles stored on same shelf as coffee filter and coffee container in dining area. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-10-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at employee handwashing sink near cook line. Employee replaced paper towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
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. Operator stated they didn't have employee agreement forms. Printed for operator and emailed form, employees filled out. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed ceiling lights with no light shields throughout kitchen. **Warning**
38-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign in women's bathroom. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed hot water faucet not working on employee hand washing sink near cook line. **Warning**
29-08-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 25 dead roaches on glue traps next to 3 compartment sink. **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed container of frying oil stored on floor near cook line. Operator removed and properly stored frying oil. Observed 2 containers of frying oil and a bag of flour stored on floor in dry storage area. Operator removed and properly stored food items. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed chest freezers in storage areas with ice buildup. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed a tong and a pair of ladles on oven door handle. Employee removed items from handle. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
10-20-4
27
Mar 12, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over bucket of ready to eat green sauce. Operator moved eggs to lower shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no vacuum breaker at rear mop sink.
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. Observed no written plan on site. **Repeat Violation**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink blocked with bowl of peppers. Operator removed. **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. Observed some employees with no written plan. **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone and keys on shelf above food serving line. Employee moved items. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed 2 pairs of tongs on oven handle. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no employees must wash hands in men's or women's public restroom.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood soiled with grease. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
45
Oct 30, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations.
View 6 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
37
Dec 20, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
41
Sep 19, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed food service employee wash hands at three part sink and not use soap
12A-20-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed a bag of raw shrimp stored over ice cream bars in ice cream bar freezer. Operator moved shrimp. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-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. Observed some employees with no written documentation in place.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed food service employee wash hands in three part sink.
12A-03-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustical ceiling tiles in dry storage area. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed open water bottle on top shelf of food prep area. **Repeat Violation**
12B-02-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap under exterior door at south entrance of building at dry storage room.
35B-01-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No sign at front kitchen hand wash sink. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employees coffee on top shelf in 2 door reach in cooler in kitchen.
12B-13-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed several cases of self service articles stored on the floor in dry storage room. To go containers, food containers, deli cups,foam cups. **Repeat Violation**
25-05-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles in kitchen not labeled.
02D-01-5
43
May 26, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
41
Dec 13, 2022
Routine - Food
7 minor violations.
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Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustical tiles in dry storage area. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed food prep employee with watch on.
13-07-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed stacked wet pans in kitchen area.
24-08-4
Basic - Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed no cove molding in dry storage room. **Repeat Violation**
36-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed chiles stored on floor in storage room. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at kitchen hand sink.
31B-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases of single serve items stored on the floor in storage room.
25-05-4
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was La Familia last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at La Familia on file is from Mar 17, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at La Familia?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at La Familia.
How does La Familia compare to other restaurants in Palmetto?
La Familia most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Palmetto average of 83.
Has La Familia's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at La Familia have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly 10 earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at La Familia 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 La Familia inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, La Familia is inspected around three times per year on average.
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