Brasas Buffet Latino in Lehigh Acres
Last inspected:
3020 Lee Blvd Unit 1, Lehigh Acres, FL 33971Brasas Buffet Latino in Lehigh Acres has accumulated 246 violations across 35 inspections since 2016, averaging 7 violations per visit. The facility was previously operated as Esmeralda Cuban Bakery and has faced 4 disciplinary actions totaling $1,000 in fines. Fire safety records document a propane tank stored inside the building. Recent inspections show persistent non-compliance, with warnings issued in July 2024, February 2025, and March 2026, each followed by callback inspections.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Brasas Buffet Latino in Lehigh Acres: Comparison to Lee County Averages
This Facility
7
violations / inspection
7 violations per inspection
Lee County Avg
4.36
violations / inspection
4.36 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Lee County Avg
0.1
closures / facility
0.1 county average
Brasas Buffet Latino in Lehigh Acres: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)
Total fines on record: $1,000.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025081877 | $200.00 | Oct 6, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2019045833 | $200.00 | Jul 24, 2019 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2017017457 | $400.00 | Mar 22, 2017 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2016008977 | $200.00 | Feb 8, 2016 | Miami (Doral) |
Brasas Buffet Latino in Lehigh Acres: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · 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.
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.
Brasas Buffet Latino in Lehigh Acres: Full Inspection History — DBPR (35)
— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections22 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections23 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections6 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 5 inspections25 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 6 inspections31 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections17 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections22 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
Brasas Buffet Latino in Lehigh Acres: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Brasas Buffet Latino in Lehigh Acres last inspected?
- Brasas Buffet Latino in Lehigh Acres was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 12, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Brasas Buffet Latino in Lehigh Acres?
- The most frequently cited violations at Brasas Buffet Latino in Lehigh Acres are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Brasas Buffet Latino in Lehigh Acres had?
- Brasas Buffet Latino in Lehigh Acres has had 35 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Brasas Buffet Latino in Lehigh Acres find?
- Brasas Buffet Latino in Lehigh Acres was most recently inspected on March 12, 2026 with 6 violation(s), including 4 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Brasas Buffet Latino in Lehigh Acres ever been shut down?
- No, Brasas Buffet Latino in Lehigh Acres has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- 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 V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
- Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
- Has Brasas Buffet Latino in Lehigh Acres had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Brasas Buffet Latino in Lehigh Acres has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Brasas Buffet Latino in Lehigh Acres faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Brasas Buffet Latino in Lehigh Acres has 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,000.00 in fines.
- How much has Brasas Buffet Latino in Lehigh Acres been fined?
- Brasas Buffet Latino in Lehigh Acres has been fined a total of $1,000.00 across 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Brasas Buffet Latino in Lehigh Acres operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Esmeralda Cuban Bakery (2023).
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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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