El Molcajete Restaurant in Clearwater
Last inspected:
2908 Rooselvelt Blvd, Clearwater, FL 33760El Molcajete Restaurant in Clearwater has accumulated 277 violations across 27 inspections since 2016, averaging 10.3 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for roach activity. State records show 3 disciplinary actions totaling $2,000 in fines, with the largest single penalty reaching $800. The most frequently cited violations involve food contact surfaces, proper hand and arm washing, and consumer advisories.
Most recent closure: September 22, 2015 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
El Molcajete Restaurant in Clearwater: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
This Facility
10.1
violations / inspection
10.1 violations per inspection
Pinellas County Avg
6.13
violations / inspection
6.13 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Pinellas County Avg
0.35
closures / facility
0.35 county average
El Molcajete Restaurant in Clearwater: Emergency Closure History (2)
| Date | Reason | Reopened |
|---|---|---|
| Roach activity | 08:20:00 | |
| Roach activity | 10:25:00 |
El Molcajete Restaurant in Clearwater: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $2,000.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2015042862 | $800.00 | Sep 22, 2015 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2015012084 | $800.00 | Mar 13, 2015 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2015002074 | $400.00 | Dec 12, 2014 | Fort Lauderdale |
El Molcajete Restaurant in Clearwater: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections15 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Partial· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections20 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections25 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections39 violations · 26 high priority
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 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· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections19 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— 4 inspections32 violations · 16 high priority
— 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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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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El Molcajete Restaurant in Clearwater: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was El Molcajete Restaurant in Clearwater last inspected?
- El Molcajete Restaurant in Clearwater was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 17, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was El Molcajete Restaurant in Clearwater last shut down?
- El Molcajete Restaurant in Clearwater was last shut down on September 22, 2015 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at El Molcajete Restaurant in Clearwater?
- The most frequently cited violations at El Molcajete Restaurant in Clearwater are: Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has El Molcajete Restaurant in Clearwater had?
- El Molcajete Restaurant in Clearwater has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of El Molcajete Restaurant in Clearwater find?
- El Molcajete Restaurant in Clearwater was most recently inspected on April 17, 2026 with 7 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has El Molcajete Restaurant in Clearwater ever been shut down?
- Yes, El Molcajete Restaurant in Clearwater has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- Has El Molcajete Restaurant in Clearwater faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, El Molcajete Restaurant in Clearwater has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,000.00 in fines.
- How much has El Molcajete Restaurant in Clearwater been fined?
- El Molcajete Restaurant in Clearwater has been fined a total of $2,000.00 across 3 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).
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.
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