Latin Quarters Restaurant
Last inspected: Dec 30, 2025
67
Score
Across the available record, Latin Quarters Restaurant has 11 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Dec 30, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around two violations across recent inspections versus roughly seven violations before.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated”, showing up four times.
The city-wide average sits at 81, which Latin Quarters Restaurant's 67 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 30, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at the kitchen hand sink.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed their dry storage shelves with rust buildup
22-31-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Observed debris buildup inside the dish machine.
16-03-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed their cutting board heavily grooved in the kitchen.
14-09-4
Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Observed grease build up around the receptacle.
33-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood filters with grease buildup.
23-03-4
67
Sep 30, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 29, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Observed no proof of employee training. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-29: Operator states his assistant manager has them locked in his car. **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
90
Jul 28, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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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. Observed their machine at 0ppm chlorine. Operator replaced the sanitizer and retested it to 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish stored over cooked vegetables in a reach in cooler Operator removed the fish. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed a box of raw chicken stored on top of a box of raw pork in the kitchen. Operator removed the chicken. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-20-5
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. Observed no proof of employee training. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Observed grease build up around their receptacle. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
33-20-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no signs for their bar hand sinks. Operator found them and hung them back up. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-04-4
52
Dec 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
58
Aug 26, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed a container of residential use only insecticide stored above the reach in cooler. Operator removed the container. **Corrected On-Site**
41-05-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over packaged shredded cheese in the standing right hand reach in cooler. Operator removed the eggs. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a container of wd-40 stored with food in the spice rack. Operator removed the container. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed a container of tums stored over clean knives in the kitchen. Operator removed the container. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels for the kitchen or bar hand wash sinks. Operator placed more towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee bags and jackets stored on top of cases of oil in the dry storage area. Operator removed the items. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Dumpster rusted out on bottom. Observed the dumpster rusted out in the back.
33-12-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed containers of food stored on the floor of the walk in freezer and cases of juice stored on the floor of the bar. Operator raised both off the ground. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed the prep cook with a wet towel under her cutting board. Operator removed the towel. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed multiple single service containers in the kitchen not inverted. Operator inverted them. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
39
Dec 5, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over ready to eat sauces in the right side reach in cooler. Operator placed the sauces above the eggs. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the kitchen hand wash sink. Operator placed more paper towels. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at the kitchen hand wash sink. Operator put more soap there. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed multiple grooved cutting boards in the establishment. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed an employee wearing a watch while preparing food. Operator had employee remove watch. **Corrected On-Site**
13-07-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up in the reach in freezer in the dry storage area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed the ice scoop covered by ice in the ice bin. Operator removed the scoop. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
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 a scoop with the handle touching food in a container of plantaines. Operator removed the scoop. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease build up on the hood filters. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
52
Sep 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
95
Sep 5, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp stored over ready to eat tamales. Operator placed shrimp on the lower shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 2 rodent droppings on the floor of the dry storage area. Operator cleaned and sanitized the area. **Warning**
35A-04-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on the cook line: Cooked garlic in oil (58F - Cold Holding). Operator stated it had been out for approximately 1hr. Operator placed garlic in the walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Operator had no knowledge of the big 6. Gave a copy of the big 6 and the operator posted it. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
11-07-5
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. Observed no vomit clean up plan. Gave the operator a copy of the clean up plan to post. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the bar and kitchen hand wash sinks. Operator placed paper towels at the sinks. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at the kitchen hand wash sink. Operator placed soap at the sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a pot of cooked vegetables stored on the floor of the kitchen. Operator placed pot on the prep table. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed a build up of ice in the standing reach in freezer in the kitchen. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Observed in use knives stored on the soiled magnetic knife holder. **Warning**
10-02-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood filters on above the grills with a build up of grease. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee drinks in the make table reach in cooler, a standing reach in cooler, and the reach in freezer. Operator removed all drinks. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-13-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed 3 grooved cutting boards in the kitchen. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee purse stored above spices in the kitchen dry storage shelf. Operator removed purse. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee working with food without a hair restraint. Operator had the employee put on a hair restraint. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
13-03-4
29
Jun 19, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
67
Sep 6, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed deli container stored in Hand wash sink. Employee removed container. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed purse stored on bag of rice in dry storage. Employee removed purse. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed hood filters soiled. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
36-50-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on top of reach in freezer next to pasta. Observed employee drink in refrigerator next to hard boiled eggs. Employee moved drinks. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Latin Quarters Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Latin Quarters Restaurant on file is from Dec 30, 2025. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Latin Quarters Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Latin Quarters Restaurant.
How does Latin Quarters Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?
Latin Quarters Restaurant most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Sarasota average of 81.
Has Latin Quarters Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Latin Quarters Restaurant have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Latin Quarters Restaurant 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 Quarters Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Latin Quarters Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.
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