Repeat ProblemsSerious findings or closures appear in two or more of the last three inspections. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Latino America Unida last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Apr 16, 2026. The result listed by Region of Waterloo Public Health (Check It! We Inspect It.) was “Infractions found”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 1 violation recorded, none marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
4 inspections on record, from Nov 14, 2024 to Apr 16, 2026.
Has Latino America Unida ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 4 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Nov 14, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
4 inspections
Compliance Inspection
Apr 16, 2026
Infractions found
1 recorded violation
minorCode —Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cloths and towels maintained in clean, good repair and not used for other purposes
Inspector’s Notes
Corrected During Inspection
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Multi-service articles and food contact surfaces cleaned and sanitized after each use and following operations where contamination may have occurred
Inspector’s Notes
Corrected During Inspection: Clean and sanitize multi-service articles after each use and as often as necessary
In Plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
Official record from Region of Waterloo Public Health (Check It! We Inspect It.), Dec 16, 2025 · Original Source
Compliance Inspection
Jun 10, 2025
Infractions found
3 recorded violations
minorCode —Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Cloths and towels maintained in clean, good repair and not used for other purposes
Inspector’s Notes
Corrected During Inspection: Ensure wiping cloths are kept in a sanitizing solution when not in use
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Hand washing basin with supplies of soap and paper towels in dispensers
Inspector’s Notes
Not in Compliance: Provide paper towels in a dispenser at hand basin in food preparation area
In Plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
Official record from Region of Waterloo Public Health (Check It! We Inspect It.), Jun 10, 2025 · Original Source
Compliance Inspection
Nov 14, 2024
Infractions found
1 recorded violation
minorCode —Handwashing
Official Wording
Hand washing basin with supplies of soap and paper towels in dispensers
Inspector’s Notes
Not in Compliance: Provide paper towels in a dispenser at hand basin in food preparation area
In Plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.