Lavilla Mexican Grill

4377 Lynx Paw Trail, Valrico, FL 33596

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Feb 17, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Public records show eight inspections at Lavilla Mexican Grill stretching back to 2022. On Feb 17, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.

“Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

The city-wide average for Valrico sits at 81, putting Lavilla Mexican Grill on the better side of that line. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 17, 2026

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Oct 16, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Refrigerator in customer area containing prepared drinks that customers could access. **Repeat Violation**

08B-63-4

Mar 27, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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High Priority - Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands.

12A-02-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Metal pan in kitchen hand sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

31A-09-4

Basic - Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Refrigerator in customer area containing prepared drinks that customers could access.

08B-63-4

Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed missing behind ice machine and 3 compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**

36-03-4

Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Light cover missing in dish area.

38-07-4

Dec 6, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Feb 1, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations.

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Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.

02C-02-5

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Blue liq

41-17-4

Aug 1, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. **Repeat Violation**

41-17-4

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Ladle on oven doors

10-20-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cellphone , moved **Corrected On-Site**

40-06-5

May 3, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed missing at hose connected to 3-compartment sink **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-03: Observed missing at hose connected to 3-compartment sink **Time Extended**

29-34-4

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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-03: **Admin Complaint**

53B-01-5

Jul 7, 2022

Complaint Full

2 major violations.

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Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Lavilla Mexican Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Lavilla Mexican Grill on file is from Feb 17, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Lavilla Mexican Grill?

Across the inspection record, “unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Lavilla Mexican Grill.

How does Lavilla Mexican Grill compare to other restaurants in Valrico?

Lavilla Mexican Grill most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Valrico average of 81.

Has Lavilla Mexican Grill's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Lavilla Mexican Grill have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Lavilla Mexican Grill 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 Lavilla Mexican Grill inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Lavilla Mexican Grill is inspected around two times per year on average.

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