GUSTTO EMPANADAS
2258 N FLORIDA AVE, Hernando FL 34442 · 352-673-5788
Last inspected Apr 15, 2026 · 5 visits since July 2024
4 inspections trending down, 12 points off where it started.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle disposing of wastewater at an unapproved location. Operator is transporting waste water to dump at private residence. Operator states they will get food truck added to septic permit a license location.
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $500
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025091608 | Nov 21, 2025 | Mar 31, 2026 | $300 |
| 3--2025046557 | Feb 27, 2025 | Jul 22, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Owner Pedro
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw pork stored over sauces in reach in cooler. Operator corrected shelves.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Owner Pedro
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Pedro
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 2 high priority.
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Mobile food dispensing vehicle disposing of wastewater at an unapproved location. Operator is transporting waste water to dump at private residence. Operator states they will get food truck added to septic permit a license location.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Shredded cheese (62F - Cold Holding) held on counter less than 4 hours. Operator moved to cooler to rapidly chill.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Pedro
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.
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary test kit
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.