La Gloria Cocina Mexicana in Pinellas Park
Last inspected:
4505 Park Blvd Ste 2, Pinellas Park, FL 33781LA GLORIA COCINA MEXICANA in Pinellas Park has accumulated 418 violations across 38 inspections since 2017, averaging 11 per visit. The facility, previously operating as Edina Vidan Bautista, has faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $280 fine. In 2017, inspectors cited a blocked exit with chairs and food obstructing the marked path. Recent enforcement shows escalating non-compliance: a warning with 23 violations in January 2022, followed by a pattern of call-backs and administrative complaints from 2023 through early 2025, with inspectors documenting repeated violations in hand-washing procedures, utensil sanitation, and consumer advisories.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
La Gloria Cocina Mexicana in Pinellas Park: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
This Facility
11
violations / inspection
11 violations per inspection
Pinellas County Avg
6.13
violations / inspection
6.13 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Pinellas County Avg
0.35
closures / facility
0.35 county average
La Gloria Cocina Mexicana in Pinellas Park: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $280.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024033934 | $280.00 | May 2, 2024 | Fort Lauderdale |
La Gloria Cocina Mexicana in Pinellas Park: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Exit door blocked by chairs and food.
Legal Basis: Reporting: Means of access, including entrances, halls, and stairways, must permit unobstructed travel at all times and shall be clean, ventilated and well-lighted day and night. Hall and stair runners shall be kept in good condition. Railways, as defined in 61C-1.001(23), F.A.C., shall be installed on all stairways and around all porches and steps. For reporting purposes only.
La Gloria Cocina Mexicana in Pinellas Park: Full Inspection History — DBPR (40)
— 2 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections30 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 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· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— 5 inspections56 violations · 32 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— 1 inspection17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections43 violations · 31 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 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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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections27 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 8 inspections47 violations · 32 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 7 inspections48 violations · 36 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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La Gloria Cocina Mexicana in Pinellas Park: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was La Gloria Cocina Mexicana in Pinellas Park last inspected?
- La Gloria Cocina Mexicana in Pinellas Park was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 15, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Extension given, pending.
- What are the most common violations at La Gloria Cocina Mexicana in Pinellas Park?
- The most frequently cited violations at La Gloria Cocina Mexicana in Pinellas Park are: Clean multi-use utensils, Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has La Gloria Cocina Mexicana in Pinellas Park had?
- La Gloria Cocina Mexicana in Pinellas Park has had 40 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 11 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of La Gloria Cocina Mexicana in Pinellas Park find?
- La Gloria Cocina Mexicana in Pinellas Park was most recently inspected on April 15, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Extension given, pending.
- Has La Gloria Cocina Mexicana in Pinellas Park ever been shut down?
- No, La Gloria Cocina Mexicana in Pinellas Park has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?
- Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.
- What does Florida violation V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?
- Violation 53 (Outer openings protected) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/53.
- Has La Gloria Cocina Mexicana in Pinellas Park had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, La Gloria Cocina Mexicana in Pinellas Park has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has La Gloria Cocina Mexicana in Pinellas Park faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, La Gloria Cocina Mexicana in Pinellas Park has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $280.00 in fines.
- How much has La Gloria Cocina Mexicana in Pinellas Park been fined?
- La Gloria Cocina Mexicana in Pinellas Park has been fined a total of $280.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has La Gloria Cocina Mexicana in Pinellas Park operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Edina Vidan Bautista (2017).
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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).
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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