LATIN SPICE
9 PALM HARBOR VILLAGE WAY UNIT G, Palm Coast FL 32137 · 9087947012
Last inspected Aug 26, 2026 · 13 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed operator is open and operating with an expired license. Operator tried getting customer service on phone during inspection to pay.
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Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
Aug 26, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed operator is open and operating with an expired license. Operator tried getting customer service on phone during inspection to pay.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed small ice machine under front counter area soiled. Operator cleaned during inspection.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed both dual restrooms doors don't fully self close.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed light coming through at bottom of exterior door in kitchen.
Feb 23, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 19, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 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. Nobody has been trained.
Dec 18, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In cooler overnight; Cream cheese, meat balls, cheese, pork, chicken, beef, fish 52F; ( - Cold Holding) Butter sitting on counter 81F.
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. Nobody has been trained.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Reach in cooler thermostat says it's 52F.
Dec 17, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw beef, chicken and pork over vegetables. Person in charge rearranged everything correctly.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In cooler overnight; Cream cheese, meat balls, cheese, pork, chicken, beef, fish 52F; ( - Cold Holding) Butter on counter 81F.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In cooler overnight; Cream cheese, meat balls, cheese, pork, chicken, beef, fish 52F; ( - Cold Holding) Butter sitting on counter 81F.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer has debris on underside of blade. Person in charge cleaned slicer.
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. Nobody has been trained.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Missing at hand washing sink in kitchen. Person in charge replaced soap.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Reach in cooler thermostat says it's 52F.
Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Top of cold holding unit not smooth and easily cleanable. Need to sand it down and repaint wood.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Person in charge removed rag.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Pork in water thawing, chicken sitting out thawing. Person in charge turned water on pork and placed chicken in cooler.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop face down in bucket. Person in charge hung mop up to dry.
Aug 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing. Observed no sanitizer for dish machine or triple sink per person in charge. Person in charge went to store and purchased plain chlorine. Provided handout and instructed person in charge on how to use chlorine as a sanitizer. Provided test strips and color comparison chart.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets in reach in freezer torn. Person in charge stated they ordered new freezer.
Apr 15, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Establishment has been in business since October and it February and has not bother getting a food manager yet.
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. Establishment has been in business since October and its now February and does not have any training certificates.
Feb 5, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Establishment has been in business since October and it February and has not bother getting a food manager yet.
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. Establishment has been in business since October and its now February and does not have any training certificates.
Feb 4, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In silver reach in cooler overnight; Pasta 57F, mashed potatoes 47F, corn 58F, lettuce 47F, milk 48F, butter 51F, chicken 52F, shell eggs 51F, cream cheese 51F, sautéed mushrooms 50F,; ( - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler overnight; Pasta 57F, mashed potatoes 47F, corn 58F, lettuce 47F, milk 48F, butter 51F, chicken 52F, shell eggs 51F, cream cheese 51F, sautéed mushrooms 50F,; ( - Cold Holding)
Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Establishment has been in business since October and it February and has not bother getting a food manager yet.
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. Establishment has been in business since October and its now February and does not have any training certificates.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Missing at hand washing sink. Person in charge replaced soap.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Pasta dated 1.28 today is 2.4.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle by 3 compartment sink.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Oven door handles soiled. Reach in cooler and reach in freezer handles are soiled.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Silver reach in cooler is at 50F. Ice buildup along the inside top.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. 2 damp rags under cutting boards. Person in charge removed.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Light shield is hanging down and not covered exposing glass bulbs to kitchen.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Back door does not have a self closer on it.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Chicken thawing at room temperature. Person in charge placed chicken in reach in freezer.
Aug 15, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 6, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority4 Intermediate9 Basic
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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. Dish machine tests at 10ppm. Person in charge called repair person.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In reach in freezer raw beef over calamari seafood. Person in charge moved beef to store properly.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sitting on counter; Salsa 71F, rice 68F; ( - Cold Holding). Per person in charge have been out since 12pm. Placed back in reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. French fries hot holding at 71F. French fries discarded.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand washing sink by dish machine is blocked by ladder. Person in charge moved ladder.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. On menu; Leche de Tigre, chorizos a la chalaca, ceviche de pascado, and ceviche mix all contain raw fish and are not identified as raw.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Missing at hand washing sink at entry of kitchen. Person in charge replaced soap.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Establishment does not have a consumer advisory. Person in charge printed and posted during inspection.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Oven handles are sticky.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Clean dishes on dish rack not inverted.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Dish machine tests at 10ppm.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Handle laying in sugar. Person in charge removed.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Person in charge removed rag.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. On clean dishes.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Salsa verde thawing at room temperature. Still frozen. Person in charge placed back into reach in cooler.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop face down on floor. Person in charge inverted.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar/salt not labeled. Person in charge labeled.
Feb 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 14, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. No time stamp on eggs. Person in charge time stamped.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Missing on hose outside of back door. Person in charge has vacuum breaker is was going to put in on hose.
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 open yesterday not dated. Person in charge dated yesterday.
Food stored on floor. Oil and bottled water on floor. Person in charge picked both up.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Front microwave is soiled. Person in charge wiped clean.
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.