Latin Grill in Brandon
Last inspected:
3318 John Moore Rd, Brandon, FL 33511Latin Grill in Brandon has accumulated 534 violations across 42 inspections since 2016, averaging 12.7 violations per visit. The facility was shut down twice for roach and rodent activity. Fire inspections documented four citations for missing portable fire extinguishers between 2018 and 2021, with a K-class extinguisher stored on the floor instead of its designated location. Latin Grill has faced four disciplinary actions totaling $1,200 in fines, and its most frequently cited violations involve improper ventilation, food contact surfaces, and employee health policy breaches.
Most recent closure: October 20, 2021 for roach & rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Latin Grill in Brandon: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
12.7
violations / inspection
12.7 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg
5.74
violations / inspection
5.74 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Hillsborough County Avg
0.25
closures / facility
0.25 county average
Latin Grill in Brandon: Emergency Closure History (2)
Latin Grill in Brandon: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,000.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2020057160 | $400.00 | Dec 1, 2020 | Tampa | |
| 3--2017041702 | $400.00 | Apr 24, 2017 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2016031421 | $200.00 | May 27, 2016 | Miami (Doral) |
Latin Grill in Brandon: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (4)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-05-4 · Emergency order recommended
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only.
Observed stored under hand sink in kitchen near lobby door
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-05-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only. K class on floor. - From follow-up inspection 2018-11-07: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2019-01-14: **Time Extended**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-05-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only. K class on floor. - From follow-up inspection 2018-11-07: **Time Extended**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · 45-05-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only. K class on floor.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Latin Grill in Brandon: Full Inspection History — DBPR (42)
— 1 inspection9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections29 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections35 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 21 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections17 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Warning Issued
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections25 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections32 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections38 violations · 21 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections56 violations · 34 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections49 violations · 24 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 21 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections61 violations · 41 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative Complaint Time Extension
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Latin Grill in Brandon: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Latin Grill in Brandon last inspected?
- Latin Grill in Brandon was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 9, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Latin Grill in Brandon last shut down?
- Latin Grill in Brandon was last shut down on October 20, 2021 for roach & rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Latin Grill in Brandon?
- The most frequently cited violations at Latin Grill in Brandon are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Employee health policy.
- How many health inspections has Latin Grill in Brandon had?
- Latin Grill in Brandon has had 42 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 12.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Latin Grill in Brandon find?
- Latin Grill in Brandon was most recently inspected on March 9, 2026 with 10 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Latin Grill in Brandon ever been shut down?
- Yes, Latin Grill in Brandon has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- Has Latin Grill in Brandon had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Latin Grill in Brandon has 4 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Latin Grill in Brandon faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Latin Grill in Brandon has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,000.00 in fines.
- How much has Latin Grill in Brandon been fined?
- Latin Grill in Brandon has been fined a total of $1,000.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
Nearby Establishments to Latin Grill
Poor Inspection Records Near Brandon
Stories You May Have Missed Brandon
KPOT Brandon Racked Up 6 High-Severity Violations, Stayed Open
A Brandon hot pot chain logged six high-severity violations May 1, including unapproved food sources and an employee not…
Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
This page is maintained by FloridaFoodSafety.org and is not affiliated with Latin Grill. How we collect and verify this data.