Latin Melting Pot

2017 Indian River Blvd, Vero Beach, FL 32960
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Jan 23, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2023, Latin Melting Pot has seven inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 23, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near three violations per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, “label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Latin Melting Pot's latest score of 100 sits above the Vero Beach average of 77. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 23, 2026
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Oct 3, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Raw meats In walk in cooler stored over drinks
08A-11-5
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk in walk in cooler
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Shredded beef in walk in cooler in large pot reading 41f-54f. 2nd temp 49f. Operator separated into smaller containers **Corrective Action Taken**
03D-15-4
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Dessert in self service cooler at front door. educated operator about label requirements
02D-03-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
64
Aug 15, 2024
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw salmon
08A-20-5
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Cooked pork date 7/30 in walk in cooler.operator threw away
02C-01-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw pork stored with ready to eat ham **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food
08A-02-6
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. **Repeat Violation**
02D-03-4
52
Jul 31, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Single-Use/Single-Service Articles Properly Stored and Used
FL-45
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
61
Feb 8, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. On front line by pizza oven hand sink was removed, and 2 panini presses was put in place of hand sink mixer was removed and cooler placed. In the back what was storage is now 2 electric fryers and 3 blenders to make smoothies and no hand sink in place. - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-31: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-08: Operator stated they are currently working with plan review and submitting application. **Time Extended**
51-16-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. On front line by pizza oven hand sink was removed, and 2 panini presses was put in place of hand sink. - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-31: Hand wash sink is still not in original place. Operator stated revised plans have been submitted to plan review and is waiting on what plan review will say. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-08: Hand wash sink has not been placed back to its original position. Immediate AC per supervisor. **Admin Complaint**
31A-04-4
82
Nov 3, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 3, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Latin Melting Pot last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Latin Melting Pot on file is from Jan 23, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Latin Melting Pot?

Across the inspection record, “label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Latin Melting Pot.

How does Latin Melting Pot compare to other restaurants in Vero Beach?

Latin Melting Pot most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Vero Beach average of 77.

Has Latin Melting Pot's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Latin Melting Pot have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Latin Melting Pot 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 Latin Melting Pot inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Latin Melting Pot is inspected around two times per year on average.