Latin American Grill in Pembroke Pines
Last inspected:
12638 Pines Blvd, Pembroke Pines, FL 33027-1712Latin American Grill in Pembroke Pines has accumulated 436 violations across 49 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.9 violations per visit. The restaurant was shut down twice: once for unsanitary conditions and once for lacking warewashing facilities. The facility has faced 7 disciplinary actions totaling $6,040 in fines, with the largest penalty at $1,600. Recent enforcement shows a pattern of repeated non-compliance, with administrative complaints recommended in September 2025 and February 2026, both preceded by inspections finding 10 or more violations.
Most recent closure: July 18, 2024 for no warewashing facilities.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Latin American Grill in Pembroke Pines: Comparison to Broward County Averages
This Facility
8.9
violations / inspection
8.9 violations per inspection
Broward County Avg
4.52
violations / inspection
4.52 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Broward County Avg
0.23
closures / facility
0.23 county average
Latin American Grill in Pembroke Pines: Emergency Closure History (2)
Latin American Grill in Pembroke Pines: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (7)
Total fines on record: $6,040.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025082167 | $800.00 | Sep 29, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2024042496 | $400.00 | Jul 18, 2024 | Tampa | |
| 2--2018035514 | $800.00 | Jun 29, 2018 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2018032308 | $1,600.00 | May 30, 2018 | Tampa | |
| 2--2018016604 | $400.00 | Feb 19, 2018 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2016042559 | $1,200.00 | Sep 8, 2016 | Panama City Beach | |
| 2--2015027341 | $840.00 | May 18, 2015 | District 9 |
Latin American Grill in Pembroke Pines: Full Inspection History — DBPR (49)
— 2 inspections8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections34 violations · 21 high priority
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections29 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections26 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 10 inspections55 violations · 39 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections20 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 11 inspections64 violations · 34 high priority
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections25 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections23 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Latin American Grill in Pembroke Pines: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Latin American Grill in Pembroke Pines last inspected?
- Latin American Grill in Pembroke Pines was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 18, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Latin American Grill in Pembroke Pines last shut down?
- Latin American Grill in Pembroke Pines was last shut down on July 18, 2024 for no warewashing facilities. 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 American Grill in Pembroke Pines?
- The most frequently cited violations at Latin American Grill in Pembroke Pines are: Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Latin American Grill in Pembroke Pines had?
- Latin American Grill in Pembroke Pines has had 49 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Latin American Grill in Pembroke Pines find?
- Latin American Grill in Pembroke Pines was most recently inspected on February 18, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Latin American Grill in Pembroke Pines ever been shut down?
- Yes, Latin American Grill in Pembroke Pines has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
- Has Latin American Grill in Pembroke Pines faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Latin American Grill in Pembroke Pines has 7 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $6,040.00 in fines.
- How much has Latin American Grill in Pembroke Pines been fined?
- Latin American Grill in Pembroke Pines has been fined a total of $6,040.00 across 7 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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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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