Inspection Report

Florida DBPR Inspection Report
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THE LATIN GRILL TAMPA INC

9331 E ADAMO DR · TAMPA · Hillsborough County · FL 33619

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateJanuary 30, 2025
Inspection typeRoutine – Food
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionCall Back – Complied
Resultmet_inspection_standards
Inspection number3498396
Visit number2
Inspection Visit ID10768457
DBPR license3918265

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
1 High Priority6 Intermediate9 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical16 Total
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All DBPR Inspector Observations

16 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.

High Priority 1

#10High Priority08A-05-6

High Priority – – From initial inspection : High Priority – Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw lobster over Parmesan cheese in reach in cooler. Raw beef over raw shrimp in walk in cooler. Raw chicken over raw beef in walk in cooler. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-01-30: **Time Extended**

Warning

Intermediate 6

#11Intermediate22-02-4

Intermediate – – From initial inspection : Intermediate – Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-01-30: **Time Extended**

Warning
#12Intermediate31A-09-4

Intermediate – – From initial inspection : Intermediate – Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Sprayer in handwash sink near hot water heater. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-01-30: **Time Extended**

Corrected On-SiteWarning
#13Intermediate31B-02-4

Intermediate – – From initial inspection : Intermediate – No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwash sink near hot water heater. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-01-30: **Time Extended**

Warning
#14Intermediate31B-03-4

Intermediate – – From initial inspection : Intermediate – No soap provided at handwash sink. Handwash sink near hot water heater. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-01-30: **Time Extended**

Warning
#15Intermediate02C-02-5

Intermediate – – From initial inspection : Intermediate – Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked pork and multiple items in walk in cooler . **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-01-30: **Time Extended**

Warning
#16Intermediate41-17-4

Intermediate – – From initial inspection : Intermediate – Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with clear liquid at grill. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-01-30: **Time Extended**

Warning

Basic 9

#1Basic22-20-5

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-01-30: **Time Extended**

Warning
#2Basic35A-03-4

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach on floor near hot water heater. Operator eliminated and cleaned at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-01-30: **Time Extended**

Corrected On-SiteWarning
#3Basic12B-07-4

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drinks on prep table in kitchen. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-01-30: **Time Extended**

Warning
#4Basic40-06-5

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone and keys on prep table in kitchen. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-01-30: **Time Extended**

Warning
#5Basic36-17-5

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Dish area and throughout kitchen. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-01-30: **Time Extended**

Warning
#6Basic31B-04-4

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Handwash sink near hot water heater. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-01-30: **Time Extended**

Warning
#7Basic08B-12-5

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Stored food not covered. Marinara and multiple items in reach in cooler. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-01-30: **Time Extended**

Warning
#8Basic36-27-5

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout kitchen. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-01-30: **Time Extended**

Warning
#9Basic02D-01-5

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk chicken base in kitchen. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-01-30: **Time Extended**

Warning

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on September 16, 2026 12:44 PM.

Violation category totals
Category 2 · Original container, labeling, date marking and consumer advisory
2 observation(s)
Category 8 · Food protection and cross-contamination
2 observation(s)
Category 12 · Handwashing and hygienic practices
1 observation(s)
Category 22 · Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
2 observation(s)
Category 31 · Handwash sinks, supplies and signage
4 observation(s)
Category 35 · Pest control / insects / rodents / animals / outer openings
1 observation(s)
Category 36 · Floors, walls, ceilings, attached equipment and ventilation
2 observation(s)
Category 40 · Employee personal belongings
1 observation(s)
Category 41 · Chemicals and toxic substances
1 observation(s)

Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.