The Latin Fork
Last inspected: Dec 12, 2025
47
Score
Public records show nine inspections at The Latin Fork stretching back to 2022. The Latin Fork was last inspected on Dec 12, 2025. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around six violations to closer to nine violations per visit.
Across the inspection history, “bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.
The city-wide average sits at 78, which The Latin Fork's 47 doesn't quite reach. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
9
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 12, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
47
Jul 16, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
50
Jan 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. raw beef stored on top of black beans at reach in fridge in hallway Raw bacon over guacamole and tequenos at reach in fridge at front counter Frozen raw pork stored over sweet plantains at low boy reach in freezer **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towel at hand wash sink located by triple sink No soap in unisex bathroom **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. Black beans,coleslaw,cooked shrimp all items made over 24 hours per operator with no date mark
02C-02-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Unisex bathroom **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board on make table at front counter
14-09-4
Basic - Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged in food prep with no hair net or hat
13-02-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exit door in hallway with bathroom
35B-01-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Tong hand in direct contact with cheese Spoon handle in direct contact with potato salad **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-06-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Black beans and guacamole with no lids at reach in cooler across from low boy reach in freezer
08B-12-5
Basic - Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Reach in fridge stored in hallway next to unisex bathroom Chest freezer across from front counter by guest table
08B-63-4
50
Sep 10, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Unisex bathroom door **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-10: **Time Extended**
32-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. At front counter **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-10: **Time Extended**
36-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand wash sink at front counter **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-10: **Time Extended**
29-11-4
86
Jul 9, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
47
Mar 14, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
47
Aug 3, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
67
Jan 26, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
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.
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. No proof for new employee : ANA.
53B-13-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.
14-01-5
Basic - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Upright single door unit on cookline with ripped gasket.
14-10-4
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. All dessert items and drinks in grab n go cooler at front counter. Tres leches, flan, Ajo, Tartara and other items at front counter. NEEDS: 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
64
Jul 5, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Hot water takes too long to reach handwash sink resulting in employees using only cold water to wash their hands. Hot water took more than 2 MInutes. Prior to 100 plus, water temped at 88-89f.
12A-08-4
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. FLAN, TRES LECHES BULK AND INDIVIDUAL CUPS.
02D-03-4
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Latin Fork last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Latin Fork on file is from Dec 12, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Latin Fork?
Across the inspection record, “bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Latin Fork.
How does The Latin Fork compare to other restaurants in Kissimmee?
The Latin Fork most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Kissimmee average of 78.
Has The Latin Fork's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at The Latin Fork have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at The Latin Fork 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 The Latin Fork inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Latin Fork is inspected around three times per year on average.
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