Latin Food Blessings in Gainesville
Last inspected:
7249 Northwest 4th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32607Latin Food Blessings in Gainesville has accumulated 199 violations across 33 inspections since 2016, averaging 6 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity. Fire safety inspections documented a 20-pound propane tank stored under the oven on the cook line, a violation flagged in 2025. The restaurant has faced one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. Recent enforcement patterns show recurring non-compliance, with administrative complaints recommended in six of the last eight inspections, followed by same-day or next-day callbacks demonstrating compliance problems that persist despite corrective action.
Most recent closure: July 31, 2025 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Latin Food Blessings in Gainesville: Comparison to Alachua County Averages
This Facility
6.1
violations / inspection
6.1 violations per inspection
Alachua County Avg
5.14
violations / inspection
5.14 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Alachua County Avg
0.24
closures / facility
0.24 county average
Latin Food Blessings in Gainesville: Emergency Closure History (1)
Latin Food Blessings in Gainesville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2025067347 | $400.00 | Jul 31, 2025 | Miami (Doral) |
Latin Food Blessings in Gainesville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only.
20# LP gas tank under oven on cook line
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 Food Blessings in Gainesville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (34)
— 1 inspection9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections23 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections16 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections21 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (11 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 8 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 6 inspections27 violations · 16 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
Latin Food Blessings in Gainesville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Latin Food Blessings in Gainesville last inspected?
- Latin Food Blessings in Gainesville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 4, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- When was Latin Food Blessings in Gainesville last shut down?
- Latin Food Blessings in Gainesville was last shut down on July 31, 2025 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 Latin Food Blessings in Gainesville?
- The most frequently cited violations at Latin Food Blessings in Gainesville are: Employee health reporting, Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Latin Food Blessings in Gainesville had?
- Latin Food Blessings in Gainesville has had 34 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Latin Food Blessings in Gainesville find?
- Latin Food Blessings in Gainesville was most recently inspected on September 4, 2026 with 10 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Latin Food Blessings in Gainesville ever been shut down?
- Yes, Latin Food Blessings in Gainesville has been emergency-closed 1 time 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 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.
- What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- Has Latin Food Blessings in Gainesville had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Latin Food Blessings in Gainesville has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Latin Food Blessings in Gainesville faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Latin Food Blessings in Gainesville has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Latin Food Blessings in Gainesville been fined?
- Latin Food Blessings in Gainesville has been fined a total of $400.00 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).
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.
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