Mela's Latin Food in Hudson

12101 State Rd 52, Hudson, FL 34669
Overview

On November 12, 2024, FDACS inspectors issued eight stop-sale orders against Mela's Latin Food for controlled substances under Florida Statute 893.03(1)(c). All products were released to FDACS custody for transfer to law enforcement. The facility subsequently had a focused inspection on July 19, 2024 with no violations, and another on October 27, 2025 with zero violations after addressing issues identified in a prior complaint request.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

0Inspections
0Violations
0Closures
3FDACS Insp.
8Stop-Sale Orders

Last inspected FDACS:

Mela's Latin Food in Hudson: Comparison to Pasco County Averages

This Facility 0 violations / inspection 0 violations per inspection
Pasco County Avg 4.76 violations / inspection 4.76 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Pasco County Avg 0.25 closures / facility 0.25 county average

Mela's Latin Food in Hudson: FDACS Inspection History (3)

Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.

— 1 inspection
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: FREDERICK HICKS, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Comments: The issues described in request # 5142357 were addressed with the person in charge during this inspection

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections
— Focused Inspection· 1 violation· 8 stop-sale orders· Focused Inspection

Inspector: FREDERICK HICKS, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Comments: A copy of this report has been provided to the person in charge of the food establishment and will be available online at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov/Reports/SearchFoodEntity.aspx . PARDEEP KUMAR, PERSON IN CHARGE FREDERICK HICKS, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Risk-Based Violations

98 The product intended for human consumption contains a total delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol concentration of more than 0.3% on a wet-weight basis and therefore does not meet the definition of hemp or hemp extract. The product is considered adulterated pursuant to s. 500.10(1)(a), and s. 581.217(3)(e), F.S. and contains a controlled substance pursuant to s. 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.
Hemp Extract products observed to be over the 0.3% total delta 9 THC concentration according to product package labeling. See 581.217(3)(e), F.S., and Rule 5K-4.034(2)(m). See Supplements. A Supplemental Report was also issued during the visit which includes important information for management.

Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions

STOP SALE ORDER

Reason: 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substance

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Disposition: Product was released to custody of FDACS Representative for transfer to Law Enforcement.

STOP SALE ORDER

Reason: 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substance

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Disposition: Product was released to custody of FDACS Representative for transfer to Law Enforcement.

STOP SALE ORDER

Reason: 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substance

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Disposition: Product was released to custody of FDACS Representative for transfer to Law Enforcement.

STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE

Reason: 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substance

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Disposition: Product was released to custody of FDACS Representative for transfer to Law Enforcement.

STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE

Reason: 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substance

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Disposition: Product was released to custody of FDACS Representative for transfer to Law Enforcement.

STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE

Reason: 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substance

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Disposition: Product was released to custody of FDACS Representative for transfer to Law Enforcement.

STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE

Reason: 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substance

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Disposition: Product was released to custody of FDACS Representative for transfer to Law Enforcement.

STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE

Reason: 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substance

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Disposition: Product was released to custody of FDACS Representative for transfer to Law Enforcement.
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: FREDERICK HICKS, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Comments: VERIFY STOP SALE PACKAGE IS AT FE AND ITS THERE.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

Mela's Latin Food in Hudson: Stop-Sale & Stop-Use Orders (8)

Products placed under stop-sale or stop-use order by FDACS inspectors. Stop-sale orders prohibit the sale of food that is adulterated, mislabeled, or poses a health risk.

FDACS stop-sale and stop-use orders for Mela's Latin Food in Hudson
DateOrder TypeProductBrand/LotReason
STOP SALE ORDER — Number of Packages: 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substance
STOP SALE ORDER — Number of Packages: 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substance
STOP SALE ORDER — Number of Packages: 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substance
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE — Number of Packages: 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substance
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE — Number of Packages: 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substance
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE — Number of Packages: 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substance
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE — Number of Packages: 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substance
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE — Number of Packages: 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substance

Mela's Latin Food in Hudson: Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has Mela's Latin Food in Hudson had?
Mela's Latin Food in Hudson has had 0 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 0 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
Has Mela's Latin Food in Hudson ever been shut down?
No, Mela's Latin Food in Hudson has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
When was Mela's Latin Food in Hudson last inspected?
Mela's Latin Food in Hudson was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on October 27, 2025. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
How many inspections has Mela's Latin Food in Hudson had?
Mela's Latin Food in Hudson has 3 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Mela's Latin Food in Hudson find?
Mela's Latin Food in Hudson was most recently inspected by FDACS on October 27, 2025 (Focused Inspection).
Has Mela's Latin Food in Hudson had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
Yes, Mela's Latin Food in Hudson has 8 stop-sale or stop-use enforcement action(s) on record with Florida FDACS. Most affected products were released after correction.

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