Tina's Empanadas and Kitchen

200 Post Ave Sw Unit F, Winter Haven, FL 33880

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Oct 28, 2025

100

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged four inspections at Tina's Empanadas and Kitchen, the earliest from 2023. The most recent visit was on Oct 28, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around zero violations across recent inspections versus roughly two violations before.

Tina's Empanadas and Kitchen's latest score of 100 sits above the Winter Haven average of 88. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Oct 28, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Aug 26, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations.

View 4 violations

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. In reach in cooler Operator moved items zip block bags **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

14-31-5

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shell eggs from over mushrooms in reach in cooler. Operator removed raw shell eggs over unwashed mushrooms. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

08A-04-5

Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**

53A-07-6

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. Abel Garcia Godinez Vanessa Canova **Warning**

53B-01-5

Jul 1, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Oct 31, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over ready to eat pastries. Operator removed raw shell eggs from over ready to eat. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tina's Empanadas and Kitchen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tina's Empanadas and Kitchen on file is from Oct 28, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Tina's Empanadas and Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Winter Haven?

Tina's Empanadas and Kitchen most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Winter Haven average of 88.

Has Tina's Empanadas and Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Tina's Empanadas and Kitchen have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Tina's Empanadas and Kitchen 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 Tina's Empanadas and Kitchen inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Tina's Empanadas and Kitchen is inspected around two times per year on average.

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