Cravings Latin Grill in Clearwater
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30051 Us Hwy 19 N, Clearwater, FL 33761Donde Julio Restaurant in Clearwater has a significant enforcement history spanning nearly a decade. The facility experienced two emergency closures for roach activity in April 2015. Across 24 inspections from 2015 to December 2025, the facility accumulated 117 violations, averaging 4.9 violations per inspection—close to the statewide average of 5.2—and one formal disciplinary action resulting in $160 in fines. High-priority violations have appeared repeatedly, including employee health reporting failures in October 2024, hand washing violations in May 2025 and October 2024, and time-as-a-control-measure violations in May 2025. The most recent inspection on December 11, 2025 documented 6 violations including three consumer advisories and one intermediate-level violation, resulting in an "Inspection Completed - No Further Action" disposition. Prior to that, an inspection on July 17, 2025 generated an administrative complaint recommendation with 3 violations, and an inspection in May 2025 issued a warning for 6 violations including failures in hand washing, shell stock requirements, food contact surface sanitation, and time-control procedures.
Most recent closure: April 20, 2015 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Cravings Latin Grill in Clearwater: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
Cravings Latin Grill in Clearwater: Emergency Closure History (2)
| Date | Reason | Reopened |
|---|---|---|
| Roach activity | 13:16:00 | |
| Roach activity | 14:18:00 |
Cravings Latin Grill in Clearwater: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $160.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025060875 | $160.00 | May 13, 2025 | Miami (Doral) |
Cravings Latin Grill in Clearwater: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 3 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 9 inspections50 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection7 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Cravings Latin Grill in Clearwater: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Cravings Latin Grill in Clearwater last inspected?
- Cravings Latin Grill in Clearwater was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 11, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Cravings Latin Grill in Clearwater last shut down?
- Cravings Latin Grill in Clearwater was last shut down on April 20, 2015 for roach 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 Cravings Latin Grill in Clearwater?
- The most frequently cited violations at Cravings Latin Grill in Clearwater are: Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing, Adequate lighting.
- How many health inspections has Cravings Latin Grill in Clearwater had?
- Cravings Latin Grill in Clearwater has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.9 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Cravings Latin Grill in Clearwater find?
- Cravings Latin Grill in Clearwater was most recently inspected on December 11, 2025 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Cravings Latin Grill in Clearwater ever been shut down?
- Yes, Cravings Latin Grill in Clearwater has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has Cravings Latin Grill in Clearwater faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Cravings Latin Grill in Clearwater has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $160.00 in fines.
- How much has Cravings Latin Grill in Clearwater been fined?
- Cravings Latin Grill in Clearwater has been fined a total of $160.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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).
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