Latin Grill
Last inspected: Mar 9, 2026
45
Score
The health department has logged 12 inspections at Latin Grill, the earliest from 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 9, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around 15 violations each.
The pattern that stands out is “ready-to-eat”, which has been cited six times.
Restaurants in Brandon average 82, so Latin Grill trails the local norm. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
12
Inspections
2
Critical latest
2
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 9, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 2/1/2026
50-17-3
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Milk held at 46F. Container was held on ice, operator placed more ice around the side of the container. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple items in walk in cooler not date marked.
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Bar hand sink has extension cord / electrical connections inside sink. Operator removed cords from sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 11 dead roaches observed 11 under double door oven on prep table. Operator removed, cleaned and sanitized the area. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-03-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Backpack stored on shelf in dry storage over ketchup bottles. Operator removed backpack. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Chicken base on the floor in outer storage unit. Operator placed on shelf **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed on prep table. Operator placed on lower shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
21-44-1
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Takeout containers on top of microwave. Operator inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed pineapple and tomatoes stored over ready to eat items in walk in cooler. Operator placed unwashed items on lower shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-17-4
45
Aug 13, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 3 dented cans of marinara sauce dented at the top seams. Operator makes cans with "Do not use" for return to supplier. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-01-4
High Priority - Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Chlorine solution at wait station tested at 200ppm. Operator replaced solution, tested at 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-15-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Butter observed holding at room temperature. Establishment opens at 9:00am, current time 9:43. Operator stated butter placed on time at 9:30. Operator placed time stamp. **Corrected On-Site**
03F-02-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at bar hand sink. Operator replaced. **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. Multiple items in walk in cooler not date marked. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. 1 reduced oxygen packaged fish portion thawing in walk in cooler. Operator removed from packaging. **Corrected On-Site**
06-09-1
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phones and purse on prep table. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pint water glasses on glass storage cabinet. Operator separated to dry. **Corrective Action Taken**
24-08-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn on glass front cooler in storage area.
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Box of tamales on floor in walk in freezer. Bucket of pickles on floor in storage area. Operator placed items on shelf **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed stored on soda fountain grate. Operator removed to dish. **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket soiled on reach in cooler in dish area. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed avocados stored over cleaned onions in walk in cooler. Operator moved avocados to lower shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-17-4
Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Wood floor in outside storage area rotting through. **Repeat Violation**
36-10-4
30
Apr 1, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 4 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 19 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat foods in walk in cooler. Operator placed eggs on lower shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Chlorine tested at over 200ppm. Operator replaced, tested at 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-15-5
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Bottle of ibuprofen on shelf over prep table at cookline. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple items in walk in cooler not date marked. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
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. Emailed to operator. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board soiled with mold like substance. Manager discarded. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Bucket of sanitizer stored in hand sink at cookline. Manager removed to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Open water bottle on shelf over clean dishes. Open bottle on shelf next to clean glasses at bar. Employee removed items. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
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 bulk pancake flour. **Repeat Violation**
10-01-5
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed poster to operator **Corrective Action Taken**
51-13-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelving in walk in cooler soiled with food debris. Gaskets on reach in cooler near dish area soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Multiple uncovered items in walk in cooler **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed lettuce stored over ready to eat foods in walk in cooler.
08B-17-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on reach in cooler at end of cookline. **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Operator placed on shelf **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Wood floor in outside storage area rotting through. **Repeat Violation**
36-10-4
21
Sep 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 9 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. Emailed poster to operator. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-05: **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-05: Repairs have not been made **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-05: Tiles have not been cleaned **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Walk in cooler shelves rusted with peeling coating. Storage shelves near ice machine rusted with built up debris. Shelving for dish drying rusting and peeling Cutting board cut marks **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-05: Operator purchased new cutting boards **Corrected on Site** **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed buckets of food on walk in cooler floor Observed bag of sandwich buns on walk in freezer floor. Observed buckets of food and cooking oil stored on floor of outer storage area. Observed bags of rice and beans in outside storage unit on shelf not 6 inches off the floor **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-05: Shelving unit in outer storage area bottom shelf not 6 inches off the floor. Operator said she would have the shelf set properly. **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-05: **Time Extended**
51-13-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in ladies room **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-05: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Observed pots and pans on storage shelf near ice machine with buildup of cooked on food debris, not easily cleanable. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-05: **Time Extended**
14-47-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink in bar area **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-05: **Time Extended**
29-20-5
61
Aug 29, 2024
Routine - Food
7 critical violations. 4 major violations. 25 minor violations.
View 36 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishmachine checked at 0ppm. 3 compartment sink set up for sanitizing, checked at 100ppm **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands or changing gloves. Manager instructed employee in proper handwashing.**Corrective Action Taken** **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
12A-27-4
High Priority - Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. 1 dead flying insect observed on floor near 3 compartment sink. Employee discarded and advised to sanitize **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
35A-09-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef in walk in cooler **Warning**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut tomatoes, ham and shredded cheese in flip top cooler on cookline at 44F. Manager placed ice on the food, re-temp'd at below 41F. Pooled eggs temp'd at 74F. Operator moved egg container into ice bath. Re-temp'd at 37F. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food reheated in a microwave oven for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken reheated in microwave heated to 129F. Re-heated to 172F. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03E-08-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Shredded pork held at 94F. Operator discarded the pork. **Warning**
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. Emailed poster to operator. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed buildup of food debris on can opener. Operator cleaned. Red cutting board on cookline with visible buildup of mold-like substance. Operator removed the cutting board. Operator removed. Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Buildup of debris in beer taps. Observed mold-like substance on 2 blenders in bar area. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning**
05-08-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Various items in walk in and reach in coolers not date marked **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed buckets of food on walk in cooler floor Observed bag of sandwich buns on walk in freezer floor. Observed buckets of food and cooking oil stored on floor of outer storage area. Observed bags of rice and beans in outside storage unit on shelf not 6 inches off the floor **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. **Warning**
33-19-4
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 multiple bulk food containers. **Warning**
10-01-5
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. **Warning**
51-18-6
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in ladies room **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Observed pots and pans on storage shelf near ice machine with buildup of cooked on food debris, not easily cleanable. **Warning**
14-47-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on cooler in exterior storage area with buildup of debris **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases stored on floor in outer storage area. **Warning**
25-05-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink in bar area **Warning**
29-20-5
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed carrots stored over washed jalapeños in walk in cooler. Observed ready to eat items stored under unwashed Ava odor in walk in cooler **Warning**
08B-17-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mops stored in bucket with standing water. **Warning**
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on prep table at cookline **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Wood floor in exterior storage area rotting through. **Warning**
36-10-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in multiple bulk storage bins throughout establishment storage areas. **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed in bar area **Warning**
51-11-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed bowls on shelf at cookline not inverted. **Warning**
24-05-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 5 dead roaches on floor of outer storage area **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Personal backpacks stored on shelf over food items in dry storage area. Employees removed bakckpacks. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Walk in cooler shelves rusted with peeling coating. Storage shelves near ice machine rusted with built up debris. Shelving for dish drying rusting and peeling Cutting board cut marks **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed Rear screen door not fully closed, leaving a 1 to 2 inch gap. **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Buildup of debris observed under and behind ice machine and drink coolers in storage area. **Warning**
36-01-4
7
Jun 17, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked foods in cooler **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-17: Date marked food in walk in cooler not labeled. Observed Onion salad and diced tomatoes **Time Extended**
02C-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-17: Repairs have not been made. **Time Extended**
36-32-5
86
Apr 17, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Ana Lemire 04/02/19 Prometric **Warning**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked foods in cooler **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Warning**
21-12-4
70
Sep 12, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
70
Jun 20, 2023
Complaint Partial
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
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
82
May 26, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-26: Observed expired license posted on wall in bar area **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Observed back door and shed door open at time of inspection **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-26: Observed back door open **Time Extended**
35B-05-4
90
Mar 24, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed knife stored in hand sink on cookline Corrected -observed employee remove **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
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
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed missing at hand sink in bar area Corrected -observed employee replace **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
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 at sandwich station Corrected -observed employee remove **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed a container of oil stored on floor on cookline Corrected -observed employee place on shelf **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-47-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Observed back door and shed door open at time of inspection **Warning**
35B-05-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed a box of Togo cups stored on floor in dry storage shed Corrected observed employee place on shelf **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
25-05-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in reachin cooler adjacent to ice machine **Warning**
29-49-6
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a spray bottle filled with oil not labeled on cookline Corrected-observed employee label **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02D-01-5
52
Oct 20, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Latin Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Latin Grill on file is from Mar 9, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Latin Grill?
Across the inspection record, “ready-to-eat” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Latin Grill.
How does Latin Grill compare to other restaurants in Brandon?
Latin Grill most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Brandon average of 82.
Has Latin Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Latin Grill have averaged around 15 violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Latin Grill 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 Latin Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Latin Grill is inspected around four times per year on average.
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