LATIN FLAVORS BAR AND GRILL
13769 N US HWY 441, Lady Lake FL 32159 · 352-561-4002
Last inspected Jul 16, 2026 · 13 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Roach excrement in white freezer gasket and hinge
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $560
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2026001946 | Dec 19, 2025 | Jun 4, 2026 | $400 |
| 3--2024022258 | Jan 17, 2024 | Oct 18, 2024 | $160 |
Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
Jul 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 15, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 15, 2026■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach in sticky trap on top of beer cooler in bar 1 live roach on floor in sticky trap by small cooler in bar 2 live roaches on sticky trap by beverage cooler in bar 1 live roaches in sticky trap und hand wash sink in bar 1 live roaches under bench seat to the right of front door 1 live roach on under side of bar in dining room 1 live roaches on floor by dry storage rack in kitchen
Dead roaches on premises. 14 dead roaches in front of small cooler in front bar area. 2 dead roaches on floor under bench seat in front of bar 3 dead roaches on floor by door to bathroom 6 dead roaches on bathroom floor floor 2 dead roaches under 3 compartment sink 1 dead roach under table next to 3 compartment sink 1 roach egg sac in front of coffee maker 2 dead roaches in drawer cooler on cook line Approximately 20 dead in sticky trap by wall under Register 20 dead in sticky trap under soda boxes in kitchen 15 dead roaches on floor next to stove and drawer cooler
Jul 14, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 9 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
3 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach in sticky trap on top of beer cooler in bar 1 live roach on floor in sticky trap by small cooler in bar 2 live roaches on sticky trap by beverage cooler in bar 1 live roaches in sticky trap und hand wash sink in bar 1 live roaches under bench seat to the right of front door 1 live roach on under side of bar in dining room 1 live roaches on floor by dry storage rack in kitchen
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Roach excrement in white freezer gasket and hinge
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In drawer cooler on cook line- cooked pork (45F - Cold Holding); refried beans (45F - Cold Holding), cooked rice (45F - Cold Holding All made yesterday, moved to freezer, Recheck- pork 40F, rice 35F, refried beans 41F
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. By 3 compartment sink
Dead roaches on premises. 14 dead roaches in front of small cooler in front bar area. 2 dead roaches on floor under bench seat in front of bar 3 dead roaches on floor by door to bathroom 6 dead roaches on bathroom floor floor 2 dead roaches under 3 compartment sink 1 dead roach under table next to 3 compartment sink 1 roach egg sac in front of coffee maker 2 dead roaches in drawer cooler on cook line Approximately 20 dead in sticky trap by wall under Register 20 dead in sticky trap under soda boxes in kitchen 15 dead roaches on floor next to stove and drawer cooler
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Employee drinking from water bottle, discussed using lid with straw or other mechanism for drinking.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Behind equipment in kitchen
Food stored on floor. Plastic water bottles on floor in bar, operator put on shelf.
May 15, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler ambient 49F in prep area
May 7, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored over raw beef in drawer reach in cooler at cook line. Operator corrected.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach in cooler in prep area ambient temperature 49F. Operator states items were placed in cooler at 10:30am from another cold holding unit. Operator placed items in reach in freezer to rapidly chill. sliced ham (51F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (48F - Cold Holding); American cheese (49F - Cold Holding); mozzarella cheese (49F - Cold Holding)
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Cup stored in hand wash sink in 3 compartment sink area. Operator removed.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple items in reach in cooler including cooked meats
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler ambient 49F in prep area
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensil in 109F water in cook line area
Dec 19, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine 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 using a sanitizer solution that does not meet the requirements specified in 40 CFR 180. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until approved sanitizer is available for warewashing. Establishment is using unapproved chlorine sanitizer. Operator purchased approved sanitizer during inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board heavily stained in prep sink area
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink by 3 compartment sink storing sanitizer bucket. Operator removed.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Crate of onions in cook line area
Jun 6, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn on reach in cooler in cook line area
Wood non food-contact surface not properly sealed. Shelf with soda machine storing soda bag in a box system
May 28, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Employee cut lime wedge for drink garnish with bare hands
No hot water for entire establishment.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone on cans in dry storage
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn on reach in cooler in cook line area
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils in 85F water at cook line
Wood non food-contact surface not properly sealed. Shelf with soda machine storing soda bag in a box system
Jan 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 live fly in kitchen 1 live fly in dining area.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken stored next to ready to eat sauce reach in cooler in kitchen, manager moved Raw pork stored next to ready to eat sauce in kitchen. manager moved
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 5lbs ice in ice machine touching build up of brown mold like debris in interior of ice machine. Manager discarded ice and began cleaning ice machine.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Shredded pork 49F in reach in cooler on cook line, placed in cooler at 11:00 am, moved to freezer to rapid chill. Second temperature at 12:45 pm, 43F Rice cooked 45F in reach in cooler on cook line placed in cooler at 11:00 am, moved to freezer to rapid chill. Second temperature at 12:45 pm, 43F
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. New employee Barbara hired 4 days ago, had not completed training and manager did not sign health reporting agreement. Manager was able to get form and Barbara signed.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine has build up of brown mold like substance, which wiped off easily. Manager emptied ice machine and began cleaning.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone on cutting board in kitchen. Employee speaker above prep area on shelf. Manager moved both items.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils on cook line stored in water temped at 109F. Manager moved to heat water up.
Apr 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. shredded cheese (56F - Cold Holding); diced tomatoes (55F - Cold Holding) Items placed in reach in cooler at approximately 11am. Operator moved to freezer to rapidly chill.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Printed advisory for operator who posted in dining room.
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler ambient temperature of 53F in kitchen area
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke without being under hood system. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Establishment is using countertop fryer not under hood system
Jan 17, 2024Call 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.
Nov 16, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate0 Basic
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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. Provided digital copy
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Chemical spray bottle in hand wash sink by 3 compartment sink. Inspector removed to wash hands.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary test strips
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.
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. Provided digital copy
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.