La China Poblana Mexican Restaurant and Pizza LLC in Clearwater

Last inspected:

2169 N Hercules Ave, Clearwater, FL 33763
Overview

La China Poblana Mexican Restaurant and Pizza in Clearwater has accumulated 267 violations across 28 inspections since 2016, averaging 9.5 per visit. The facility was shut down once in 2022 for rodent and fly activity. State records show three disciplinary actions totaling $1,050 in fines. The most frequently cited violations involve chemical storage, consumer advisories, and ventilation issues.

Most recent closure: January 24, 2022 for rodent & fly activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.

30Inspections
287Violations
1Closures
$1,050in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

La China Poblana Mexican Restaurant and Pizza LLC in Clearwater: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages

This Facility 9.6 violations / inspection 9.6 violations per inspection
Pinellas County Avg 6.14 violations / inspection 6.14 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Pinellas County Avg 0.36 closures / facility 0.36 county average

La China Poblana Mexican Restaurant and Pizza LLC in Clearwater: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for La China Poblana Mexican Restaurant and Pizza LLC in Clearwater
DateReasonReopened
Rodent & fly activity 16:55:00

La China Poblana Mexican Restaurant and Pizza LLC in Clearwater: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)

Total fines on record: $1,050.00

Disciplinary action history for La China Poblana Mexican Restaurant and Pizza LLC in Clearwater
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
3--2022005243 $250.00 Jan 24, 2022 Fort Lauderdale
3--2018016765 $400.00 Feb 21, 2018 Tampa
3--2017061407 $400.00 Dec 20, 2017 Miami (Doral)

La China Poblana Mexican Restaurant and Pizza LLC in Clearwater: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)

— 2 inspections16 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 4 inspections25 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections17 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 3 inspections35 violations · 16 high priority
— 8 inspections41 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections27 violations · 15 high priority
— 3 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Food-Licensing Inspection· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

La China Poblana Mexican Restaurant and Pizza LLC in Clearwater: Frequently Asked Questions

When was La China Poblana Mexican Restaurant and Pizza LLC in Clearwater last inspected?
La China Poblana Mexican Restaurant and Pizza LLC in Clearwater was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 29, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
When was La China Poblana Mexican Restaurant and Pizza LLC in Clearwater last shut down?
La China Poblana Mexican Restaurant and Pizza LLC in Clearwater was last shut down on January 24, 2022 for rodent & fly 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 La China Poblana Mexican Restaurant and Pizza LLC in Clearwater?
The most frequently cited violations at La China Poblana Mexican Restaurant and Pizza LLC in Clearwater are: Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored, Proper ventilation.
How many health inspections has La China Poblana Mexican Restaurant and Pizza LLC in Clearwater had?
La China Poblana Mexican Restaurant and Pizza LLC in Clearwater has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of La China Poblana Mexican Restaurant and Pizza LLC in Clearwater find?
La China Poblana Mexican Restaurant and Pizza LLC in Clearwater was most recently inspected on July 29, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has La China Poblana Mexican Restaurant and Pizza LLC in Clearwater ever been shut down?
Yes, La China Poblana Mexican Restaurant and Pizza LLC in Clearwater has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
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 La China Poblana Mexican Restaurant and Pizza LLC in Clearwater faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, La China Poblana Mexican Restaurant and Pizza LLC in Clearwater has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,050.00 in fines.
How much has La China Poblana Mexican Restaurant and Pizza LLC in Clearwater been fined?
La China Poblana Mexican Restaurant and Pizza LLC in Clearwater has been fined a total of $1,050.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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