CRAVINGS LATIN GRILL
30051 US HWY 19 N, Clearwater FL 33761 · 7277720002
Last inspected Jun 30, 2026 · 13 visits since January 2024
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5 inspections trending up, 26 points better than where it started.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on floor underneath reach in cooler. Operator killed, discarded and sanitized area. 1 live roach on scale. Operator discarded and sanitized
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025060875 | May 13, 2025 | Sep 10, 2025 | $160 |
Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
Jun 30, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw eggs stored over ready to eat food. Eggs were relocated to the bottom shelf
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Rice cooked. Operator was able to determine the preparation date and dated accordingly
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles on cooks line containing food food removed from the original container not labeled with common name
Dec 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards stored on cooks line is stained at time of inspection
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor is soiled with old grease around kitchen equipment at time of inspection.
Jul 17, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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.
May 13, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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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.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Green cutting boards
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverage no lid on prep table
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under and behind fixed equipment
Food stored on floor. Water bottles stored on the floor.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0 ppm on sani bucket.
Oct 23, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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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. Owner, Diana, scoops ice and is blending drinks and does not have food handlers training.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Throughout back kitchen, underneath reach in coolers.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In kitchen, tiles damaged.
Oct 3, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on floor underneath reach in cooler. Operator killed, discarded and sanitized area. 1 live roach on scale. Operator discarded and sanitized
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. Owner, Diana, scoops ice and is blending drinks and does not have food handlers training.
Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches under display cooler near register. 2 dead roaches on floor under freezer 2 dead roaches on floor under reach in cooler 3 dead roach under storage rack in ware washing area. Operator discarded and sanitized all areas.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Throughout back kitchen, underneath reach in coolers.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In kitchen, tiles damaged.
Oct 2, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on floor underneath reach in cooler. Operator killed, discarded and sanitized area. 1 live roach on scale. Operator discarded and sanitized
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cheese (44F - Cold Holding) sitting above fill line in flip top cooler. Operator relocated.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizer 200ppm. Operator corrected to 50ppm.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink in kitchen. Operator is out of paper and is using dry wiping cloth. Discussed with owner. Paper towels have been replaced.
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. Owner, Diana, scoops ice and is blending drinks and does not have food handlers training.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Vent cover missing in kitchen.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches under display cooler near register. 2 dead roaches on floor under freezer 2 dead roaches on floor under reach in cooler 3 dead roach under storage rack in ware washing area. Operator discarded and sanitized all areas.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on prep table next to cutting board.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee cooking with no hair restraint. Employee put on hat.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Throughout back kitchen, underneath reach in coolers.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In kitchen, tiles damaged.
Food stored on floor. Container of oil stored on floor in kitchen. Operator relocated.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs hanging on over door
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Discussed with owner.
May 7, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Tiles in kitchen and dish area chipped
May 2, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedLicensing Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Raw bacon (55F - Cold Holding) retemp 43F; plaintains (52F - Cold Holding); chorizo (56F - Cold Holding); ham (55F - Cold Holding); milk (56F - Cold Holding); butter (54F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (54F - Cold Holding) Operator checked temperatures at 10:15 and all food was 43F. Operator purchased ice and added ice to two buckets and placed in reach in cooler. Operator called for maintenance. Operator moved TCS foods to freezer and reach in cooler at end of inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Milk opened at 12pm yesterday, no date mark Shredded cheese and opened bag of plaintains opened 12 pm yesterday not date marked
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Tiles in kitchen and dish area chipped
May 1, 2024Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored over ready to eat sauces in reach in cooler at prep line. Operator rearranged cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Raw bacon (55F - Cold Holding) retemp 43F; plaintains (52F - Cold Holding); chorizo (56F - Cold Holding); ham (55F - Cold Holding); milk (56F - Cold Holding); butter (54F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (54F - Cold Holding) Operator checked temperatures at 10:15 and all food was 43F. Operator purchased ice and added ice to two buckets and placed in reach in cooler. Operator called for maintenance. Operator moved TCS foods to freezer and reach in cooler at end of inspection.
Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit. While calibrating The operators thermometer, the thermometer measures 40F.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Milk opened at 12pm yesterday, no date mark Shredded cheese and opened bag of plaintains opened 12 pm yesterday not date marked
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Phone sitting on prep table near hand wash sink. Glasses and headphones on counter next to coffee maker. Operator moved items
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Tiles in kitchen and dish area chipped
Hole in ceiling in kitchen. Operator states it's missing a vent. Hole must be closed in order to license
Apr 2, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedLicensing Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board at lift top cooler stained.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. View plans on file from 2014. Ice machine and prep sink have been added. Ceiling in warewashing area is acoustic tile. Previous plans state that it is cleanable tile.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in warewashing areas.
Feb 6, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board at lift top cooler stained.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. View plans on file from 2014. Ice machine and prep sink have been added. Ceiling in warewashing area is acoustic tile. Previous plans state that it is cleanable tile.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in warewashing areas.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0 ppm, bucket on counter by hand wash sink
Jan 31, 2024Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority6 Intermediate5 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Bottle of medicine on shelf over prep table, operator moved to proper location
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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In vertical cooler, shell eggs over milk
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk opened 5 days ago, manager discarded. Discussed proper date marking with manager on duty.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board at lift top cooler stained.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. For quaternary ammonium sanitizer
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. No hot water, water heater turned off
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. View plans on file from 2014. Ice machine and prep sink have been added. Ceiling in warewashing area is acoustic tile. Previous plans state that it is cleanable tile.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in warewashing areas.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Tongs, knives in water 73F, operator dumped out water
No hot running water at mop sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Floor fan
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0 ppm, bucket on counter by hand wash sink
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