LATIN BOWL
Based on 7 health inspections, LATIN BOWL in BRANDON has earned a 3.9/5 food safety rating. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.
Last inspection: 2 weeks ago · 7 reports on file
1955 West Lumsden Road
Brandon, Florida, 33511
Hillsborough County County
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★★½☆ (3.9/5)
Based on 7 health inspection reports
All Inspection Reports
3/27/2026· 2w ago
Visit ID: 13518427
Met Inspection Standards2 high, 2 int
- 01B-01-4:High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Can of Salsa Mexicana dented at seam. Operator labeled the can "Do Not Use" Corrected On-Site
- 03B-01-6:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked plantain held at 125F. Operator turned up temp on steam table. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener.
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Pitcher stored in front counter hand sink. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site
9/11/2025· 7mo ago
Visit ID: 10870636
Met Inspection Standards1 int, 2 basic
- 10-12-5:Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed stored on soda syrup boxes. Operator cleaned and sanitized the scoop, placed inside ice bin. Corrected On-Site
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk salt not labeled. Operator placed label. Corrected On-Site
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled with food debris. Operator cleaned. Corrected On-Site
5/5/2025· 11mo ago
Visit ID: 10756875
Met Inspection Standards1 high, 1 int
- 14-31-5:High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Ready to eat cilantro stored in shopping bags in reach in cooler in storage area. Operator rinsed, placed in food grade storage bags. Corrected On-Site
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee rinsing rice in front counter hand sink. Educated employee that hand sinks are for hand washing only. **Corrective Action Taken**
3/14/2025· 1y 1mo ago
Visit ID: 10756490
Met Inspection Standards- N/A:No Violations Were Observed
1/9/2025· 1y 3mo ago
Visit ID: 8786309
Follow-up Inspection Required1 int, 1 basic
- 25-06-4:Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Take out bowls on front counter. Employees inverted. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 53B-05-5:Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning
3/20/2024· 2y ago
Visit ID: 8476215
Met Inspection Standards1 basic
- 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
8/17/2023· 2y 8mo ago
Visit ID: 8385044
Met Inspection Standards- N/A:No Violations Were Observed