Lolis Mexican Cravings

11401 N 56 St Ste 22, Temple Terrace, FL 33617

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Dec 15, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Lolis Mexican Cravings appears in inspection records nine times, starting in 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 15, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around two violations, down from roughly six violations earlier in the record.

Looking across the full record, “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Temple Terrace restaurants. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 15, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed water stained ceiling tiles in the front service area. **Repeat Violation**

36-34-5

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee water bottle and notebook on the prep table. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**

40-06-5

Jul 9, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed several water stained ceiling tiles in the dining area. Observed a ceiling tile that is bulging down. **Repeat Violation**

36-34-5

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler on the cook line. **Repeat Violation**

29-49-6

Feb 24, 2025

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Oct 31, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used

FL-32

Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration

FL-33

Apr 4, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Oct 12, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

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High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer exceeds 400 PPM.

41-27-4

Intermediate - Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. Observed sanitizer test kit damaged. Unable to read PPM properly.

16-33-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Paper towel dispenser not functioning. Employee placed paper towels next to hand sink. **Corrected On-Site**

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 cell phone on food prep table. Operator moved cell phone. **Corrective Action Taken**

40-06-5

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed water accumulation on floor inside bathroom and on hallway floor outside of first bathroom. Operator set up a yellow warning sign for wet floor in hallway. Operator mopped up water during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**

36-22-4

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing tiles next to cook line and storage area.

36-17-5

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Observed a small amount of ice buildup.

14-69-4

Mar 13, 2023

Routine - Food

3 major violations.

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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

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. Manager stated they started signing off on them but was unable to find them during inspection. **Repeat Violation**

11-26-1

Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Manager only able to-find two employees certificates

53B-13-5

Jan 12, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Sep 6, 2022

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed the green cutting board with excessive grooves on the cutting board. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-06: Observed cutting boards with excessive grooves on the cutting board. **Time Extended* **Time Extended**

14-09-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Lolis Mexican Cravings last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Lolis Mexican Cravings on file is from Dec 15, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Lolis Mexican Cravings?

Across the inspection record, “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Lolis Mexican Cravings.

How does Lolis Mexican Cravings compare to other restaurants in Temple Terrace?

Lolis Mexican Cravings most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the Temple Terrace average of 87.

Has Lolis Mexican Cravings' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Lolis Mexican Cravings have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Lolis Mexican Cravings 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 Lolis Mexican Cravings inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Lolis Mexican Cravings is inspected around three times per year on average.

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