Twister Latin Lounge
Last inspected: Sep 30, 2025
86
Score
Public records show 10 inspections at Twister Latin Lounge stretching back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Sep 30, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.
Looking across the full record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” is the recurring theme, flagged six times.
Compared to the broader Winter Haven restaurant scene, this is about average. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 30, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under dishwasher Operator cleaned debris and sanitize area. **Corrected On-Site**
36-73-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. At front counter operator inverted silverware. **Corrected On-Site**
24-18-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside by the exit door and restrooms.
35B-01-4
86
Jul 2, 2025
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. At the Bar soda nozzles Operator cleaned and sanitized nozzles. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Walk in cooler Cook placed date marks on foods. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice shield inside the ice machine Operators cleaned and sanitized area. **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. In kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-36-4
74
Apr 15, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. In kitchen The operator turned on water at the handwashing sink. **Corrected On-Site**
27-16-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. In kitchen
36-36-4
86
Sep 17, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 29, 2024
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Cony Mesera Pending callback for training due September 15.
53B-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Operator cleaned and sanitized area with chemical sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
86
Jul 17, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Cony Mesera **Warning**
53B-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Ice in hand washing sink at bar area. Operator removed ice. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine panel guard. Operator cleaned the panel guard with soap and chemical sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-20-5
78
Mar 4, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-3
Basic - Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin on the ice barrier at the bar.
22-20-5
82
Nov 15, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Operator turned on water at hand washing sink. Water made proper temperature. **Corrected On-Site**
27-16-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine shield.
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Entire submerged inside guacamole. Spoon was removed from the guacamole. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Light not functioning. One on cook line and two above three compartment sink.
36-62-4
78
Mar 31, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Windex stored near silverware at front counter. Employee removed chemicals **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bucket in hand washing sink at the bar. Operator removed bucket. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Due to battery near three compartment sink.
31B-05-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Above cook line. And above walk-in cooler.**Repeat Violation** **Repeat Violation**
36-36-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Oil on the floor near hand wash sink in kitchen. Operator removed oil from the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. At the bar. Employee clean and sanitize area. **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
61
Sep 8, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Twister Latin Lounge last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Twister Latin Lounge on file is from Sep 30, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Twister Latin Lounge?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Twister Latin Lounge.
How does Twister Latin Lounge compare to other restaurants in Winter Haven?
Twister Latin Lounge most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Winter Haven average of 88.
Has Twister Latin Lounge's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Twister Latin Lounge have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Twister Latin Lounge 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 Twister Latin Lounge inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Twister Latin Lounge is inspected around three times per year on average.
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