Los Girasoles
Last inspected: Jan 15, 2026
78
Score
Inspectors have visited Los Girasoles eight times, with records going back to 2022. Los Girasoles was last inspected on Jan 15, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.
When inspectors have written things up, “ready-to-eat” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
Among Plant City restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 15, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook line cooked onions (87F - Hot Holding). Manager placed on flat top to reheat to 165f **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of fryer and knobs soiled with accumulated grease
23-03-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed soiled cloth by flat top.
21-09-4
78
Aug 18, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw pork in Togo bag in reach in freezer. Manager placed in food grade bag**Repeat Violation** **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-31-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Manager put soap at sink **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Pan of cooked beef in reach in cooler not dated
02C-02-5
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Hand sink draining slowly. Discussed with manager to clear piping for better drainage
29-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic container in bigger container of stock in reach in cooler
14-01-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed pupusas not covered in reach in freezer. Manager placed in food grade bags **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
61
Apr 2, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed pan of knives and spatulas in container with condensation dripping into pan. Manager turned off ac and will clean and sanitize utensils **Corrective Action Taken**
22-45-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed to go bag with cooked steak on cook line
14-31-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed bag of steak thawing on counter. Manager moved to cooler **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
70
Feb 27, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
90
Feb 26, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Mobile food dispensing vehicle disposing of wastewater at an unapproved location. Observed gray soapy water draining from wastewater tank directly onto ground from food truck. Operator installed shut off valve and waste water stopped draining onto ground. **Corrected On-Site** **Admin Complaint**
28-29-5
High Priority - Establishment using a sanitizer solution that does not meet the requirements specified in 40 CFR 180. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until approved sanitizer is available for warewashing. Observed bottle of bleach only designed for general cleaning, and laundry purposes only. No instructions on label for sanitizing food contact surfaces. Operator went and got approved bleach to sanitize food contact services **Corrected On-Site** **Admin Complaint**
22-48-5
Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle connected to utilities on more than a temporary basis. Food trailer is hard connected into electricity, and water **Warning**
51-06-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-04-4
67
Sep 12, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
86
Mar 31, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked meat
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by utensils
31A-09-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
31B-04-4
78
Aug 18, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked meats Cheese
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Plastic containers in sink
31A-09-4
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Los Girasoles last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Los Girasoles on file is from Jan 15, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Los Girasoles?
Across the inspection record, “ready-to-eat” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Los Girasoles.
How does Los Girasoles compare to other restaurants in Plant City?
Los Girasoles most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Plant City average of 81.
Has Los Girasoles' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Los Girasoles have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Los Girasoles means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Los Girasoles inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Los Girasoles is inspected around two times per year on average.
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