How many health inspections has COSTILLA GRILL MEXICAN RESTAURANT had?

COSTILLA GRILL MEXICAN RESTAURANT has had 29 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has COSTILLA GRILL MEXICAN RESTAURANT ever been shut down?

Yes, COSTILLA GRILL MEXICAN RESTAURANT has been shut down 2 times by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at COSTILLA GRILL MEXICAN RESTAURANT?

The most frequently cited violations at COSTILLA GRILL MEXICAN RESTAURANT are: Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation, Outer openings protected.

What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?

HYGIENE INFRASTRUCTURE FAILURE: Without adequate handwashing facilities, proper hand hygiene is impossible. Studies show handwashing compliance drops to 5% when sinks are inaccessible or poorly equipped. No hot water means grease and biofilms remain on hands. No soap reduces bacterial removal from 99.9% to 25%. No towels means wet hands spread 1,000x more bacteria. Provide handwashing facilities with: hot and cold running water (minimum 100°F), soap in dispensers, single-use paper towels or air dryers, waste receptacle. Sinks must be accessible at all times — never blocked by equipment, supplies, or used for other purposes. Install handwashing signs in employee language(s).

What does Florida violation V41 (Toilet facilities) mean?

HYGIENE INFRASTRUCTURE: Inadequate toilet facilities discourage proper restroom use and handwashing by employees. Lack of supplies (toilet paper, soap, towels) prevents proper hygiene. Non-functioning toilets force employees to delay bathroom breaks, increasing contamination risk. Self-closing doors prevent airborne contamination from reaching food areas. Provide adequate, clean toilet facilities: properly functioning toilets, toilet paper, self-closing doors, handwashing sink with hot/cold water, soap, paper towels. Maintain cleanliness throughout the day. Ensure facilities are accessible to employees at all times. Post handwashing signs. Facilities must comply with ADA requirements.

What does Florida violation V50 (Adequate lighting) mean?

DETECTION FAILURE: Inadequate lighting prevents employees from identifying food contamination, insect presence, dirt on equipment, and other safety hazards. Studies show food safety violations increase 60% in poorly lit areas. Employees cannot see evidence of pest activity, mold growth, or food spoilage. Poor lighting also increases injury risk from cuts and burns. Provide adequate lighting: 50 foot-candles at food preparation surfaces and where employee safety is important, 20 foot-candles in handwashing areas, equipment and utensil storage, and at buffet service, 10 foot-candles in walk-in coolers, dry storage, and during cleaning. Use shatter-resistant bulbs or light shields in food areas.

COSTILLA GRILL MEXICAN RESTAURANT

223 N WABASH AVE, Lakeland, FL 33815

Polk County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: COSTILLA GRILL LLC · License: SEA6308268

COSTILLA GRILL MEXICAN RESTAURANT in Lakeland, FL has 29 inspections on record with 108 total violations (3.7 per inspection) and 2 emergency closures.

29Inspections

108Violations

2Closures

Data current as of February 7, 2025

Emergency Closures (2)

Emergency closure history for COSTILLA GRILL MEXICAN RESTAURANT
Date	Reason	Reopened
May 6, 2019	Roach activity	09:49:00
May 2, 2016	Roach activity	08:13:00

Inspection History (29)

Feb 7, 2025 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Sep 10, 2024 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V48 Food storage

Nov 27, 2023 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Aug 21, 2023 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V32 Proper sanitizing

V41 Toilet facilities

Mar 31, 2023 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Jan 17, 2023 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Nov 16, 2022 — Routine - Food· 7 violations · Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V06 Handwashing facilities

V12 Shell stock requirements

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jun 14, 2022 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

Apr 14, 2022 — Routine - Food· 6 violations · Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

V35 Single-use items

Jul 16, 2021 — Routine - Food· 6 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V28 Water supply

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Jul 14, 2021 — Routine - Food· 19 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V25 Allergen awareness

V27 Correct procedures

V28 Water supply

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

V43 Premises maintained

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Jan 8, 2021 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Dec 4, 2020 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Aug 26, 2019 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Aug 19, 2019 — Routine - Food· 12 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

May 7, 2019 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

May 6, 2019 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Dec 6, 2018 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Nov 5, 2018 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Oct 5, 2018 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 13, 2018 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 6, 2018 — Routine - Food· 7 violations · Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Apr 5, 2018 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Apr 12, 2017 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Apr 11, 2017 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Dec 16, 2016 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Dec 13, 2016 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Dec 12, 2016 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V13 Parasite destruction

V22 Consumer advisory

Jul 5, 2016 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

How Does This Facility Compare?

COSTILLA GRILL MEXICAN RESTAURANT has had 2 emergency closures, compared to the Polk County average of 0.11 closures per facility. It has averaged 3.7 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 1.93.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has COSTILLA GRILL MEXICAN RESTAURANT had?: COSTILLA GRILL MEXICAN RESTAURANT has had 29 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has COSTILLA GRILL MEXICAN RESTAURANT ever been shut down?: Yes, COSTILLA GRILL MEXICAN RESTAURANT has been shut down 2 times by state inspectors.
What are the most common violations at COSTILLA GRILL MEXICAN RESTAURANT?: The most frequently cited violations at COSTILLA GRILL MEXICAN RESTAURANT are: Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation, Outer openings protected.

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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).

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