Latin Bowl

1955 W Lumsden Rd, Brandon, FL 33511

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Mar 27, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Public records show nine inspections at Latin Bowl stretching back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Mar 27, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around three violations per visit lately, up from roughly one violation before.

Across the inspection history, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

By comparison, the average Brandon facility scores 82, putting Latin Bowl on the weaker side. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 27, 2026

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations.

View 4 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked plantain held at 125F. Operator turned up temp on steam table. **Corrective Action Taken**

03B-01-6

High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Can of Salsa Mexicana dented at seam. Operator labeled the can "Do Not Use" **Corrected On-Site**

01B-01-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener.

22-02-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Pitcher stored in front counter hand sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Sep 11, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled with food debris. Operator cleaned. **Corrected On-Site**

22-02-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk salt not labeled. Operator placed label. **Corrected On-Site**

02D-01-5

Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed stored on soda syrup boxes. Operator cleaned and sanitized the scoop, placed inside ice bin. **Corrected On-Site**

10-12-5

May 5, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

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High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Ready to eat cilantro stored in shopping bags in reach in cooler in storage area. Operator rinsed, placed in food grade storage bags. **Corrected On-Site**

14-31-5

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee rinsing rice in front counter hand sink. Educated employee that hand sinks are for hand washing only. **Corrective Action Taken**

31A-11-4

Mar 14, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Jan 9, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

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**

53B-05-5

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Take out bowls on front counter. Employees inverted. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

25-06-4

Mar 20, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Washing Fruits and Vegetables

FL-42

Aug 17, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Mar 6, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

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.

11-26-1

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.

11-27-4

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on prep table in back kitchen Corrected -observed employee move to manager desk **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

12B-07-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bulk salt not labeled on shelf above prep table next to the door to the dining room Corrected observed employee label **Corrected On-Site**

02D-01-5

Oct 17, 2022

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Latin Bowl last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Latin Bowl on file is from Mar 27, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Latin Bowl?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Latin Bowl.

How does Latin Bowl compare to other restaurants in Brandon?

Latin Bowl most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Brandon average of 82.

Has Latin Bowl's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Latin Bowl have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Latin Bowl 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 Latin Bowl inspected?

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

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