134 LATIN FOOD
13401 SW 184 ST
Overall Food Safety Rating
★½☆☆☆ (1.9/5)
Based on 6 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 4/1/2025
High Priority
3
Intermediate
4
Basic
7
Total
14
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 32-12-6:Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
- 29-09-4:Basic - Faucet/handle lose at plumbing fixture. Observed at hand wash sink by 3 compartment sink. Warning
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Located at the hand wash sink by the 3 compartment sink. Warning
- 25-06-4:Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed plates not inverted by the stove. Warning
- 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed shredded beef inside the reach in cooler not covered. Employee covered it.Warning Corrected On-Site Warning
- 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop inside the bucket. Warning
- 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on preparation tables. Employee removed it. Warning
- 50-08-7:High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/. Observed establishment was operating under the previous license. I spoke with previous owner and he said that he is just renting the property not the license. Warning
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored above cooked ground beef inside the reach in cooler. Warning
- 03B-01-6:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken croquettes (114 F) at the hot box at front counter. Employee reheated them. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a cart with plastic containers stored on front of the hand wash sink. Warning
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Warning
- 53B-01-5: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. Observed Aaron D. Yuniel O. Working over 3 months. Warning
- 02C-02-5:Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed ground beef and pasta not date marked inside the reach in cooler. As per employee more than 24 hrs. Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/1/2025 revealed 14 total violations (3 high priority, 4 intermediate, 7 basic).
Inspection on 1/14/2025
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
2
Total
2
Inspection Details:
- 50-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-14: Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Time Extended**
- 33-16-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-14: Open dumpster lid **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/14/2025 revealed 2 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 2 basic).
Inspection on 11/15/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
1
Basic
6
Total
8
Inspection Details:
- 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Warning
- 38-07-4:Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed at the kitchen area. Warning
- 33-16-4:Basic - Open dumpster lid. Warning
- 12B-13-4:Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed an opened employee drink inside the reach in cooler. Employee removed it. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed at 3 compartment sink. Warning
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a sugar container not labeled at the front counter. Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed milk (69 F - Cold Holding) as per employee less than 30 minutes ago. Employee placed milk inside reach in cooler. Warning
- 53A-01-7:Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Alejandro Morales( 4 months ) Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 11/15/2024 revealed 8 total violations (1 high priority, 1 intermediate, 6 basic).
Inspection on 4/5/2024
High Priority
4
Intermediate
2
Basic
3
Total
9
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
- 29-08-4:Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair.observed faucet is loose at the hand wash sink located at the kitchen.
- 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Repeat Violation
- 22-41-4:High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine solution was 0 PPM.
- 22-45-4:High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed chlorine solution was 0 PPM.
- 08A-02-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken stored above ham inside the reach in cooler. Employee removed the ham and placed raw chicken at the bottom.
- 03B-01-6:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On-Site
- 53B-16-4:Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Employee was not able to answer how to sanitize utensils. Employee was coached how to set up 3 compartment sink.
- 02C-02-5:Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed shredded beef not date marked. Employee date marked the food. Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/5/2024 revealed 9 total violations (4 high priority, 2 intermediate, 3 basic).
Inspection on 2/5/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
3
Basic
1
Total
5
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 36-34-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled at the front area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-05: Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled at the front area. **Time Extended**
- 08A-20-5:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shell eggs stored above meats. Employee placed the meat above the eggs. Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-05: Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shell eggs stored inside a container with vegetables. **Time Extended**
- 11-27-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Form was provided to operator. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-05: Form was provided to operator. **Time Extended**
- 11-26-1:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Form was provided to operator. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-05: Form was provided to operator. **Time Extended**
- 03F-10-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Form was provided to operator. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-05: No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Form was provided to operator. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 2/5/2024 revealed 5 total violations (1 high priority, 3 intermediate, 1 basic).
Inspection on 12/14/2023
High Priority
2
Intermediate
5
Basic
9
Total
16
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler door handles soiled. Employee cleaned them. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled at the front area. Warning
- 33-14-4:Basic - Dumpster overflowing garbage. Warning
- 36-01-4:Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed grease and food debris under and next to the oven at the kitchen. Warning
- 21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed a green cloth under the cutting board. Employee removed it. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 33-16-4:Basic - Open dumpster lid. Warning
- 25-05-4:Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cup stored on the floor. Employee stored them at least 6 inches off the floor. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored inside the bucket. Operator removed the mop. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container not identified at the coffee area. Repeat Violation Warning
- 08A-20-5:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shell eggs stored above meats. Employee placed the meat above the eggs. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ham and cheese croissant (69° F - Cold Holding) ; milk (60 F - Cold Holding) at the front counter. As per employee less than 1 hour. Employee placed foods inside reach in cooler. Warning
- 11-27-4: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. Form was provided to operator. Warning
- 53B-01-5: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. Rosie Ulloa over a year, Jose Miguel Portales 1 year. Repeat Violation Warning
- 11-26-1: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. Form was provided to operator. Warning
- 03F-10-5:Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Form was provided to operator. Warning
- 14-14-4:Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed no food grade basting brush used in the coffee station. Repeat Violation Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 12/14/2023 revealed 16 total violations (2 high priority, 5 intermediate, 9 basic).