Marcela's Restaurant INC in Clearwater
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1623-a Gulf to Bay Blvd, Clearwater, FL 33755Marcela's Restaurant in Clearwater has logged 26 inspections with 142 total violations over the available record, averaging 5.5 violations per inspection, slightly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations appear repeatedly across inspections, with handwashing procedures cited in at least five separate inspections and food condition violations documented consistently. Employee health policy, food contact surface sanitation, and proper hand and arm washing protocols have also been recurring findings. The facility received one disciplinary action resulting in a $200 fine. The most recent inspection on March 25, 2026 documented 18 violations including multiple handwashing and food contact surface citations, though no emergency closure was issued and the inspection was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Marcela's Restaurant INC in Clearwater: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
Marcela's Restaurant INC in Clearwater: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2018063453 | $200.00 | Sep 20, 2018 | Fort Lauderdale |
Marcela's Restaurant INC in Clearwater: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)
— 1 inspection9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections2 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 6 inspections30 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Marcela's Restaurant INC in Clearwater: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Marcela's Restaurant INC in Clearwater last inspected?
- Marcela's Restaurant INC in Clearwater was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 25, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Marcela's Restaurant INC in Clearwater?
- The most frequently cited violations at Marcela's Restaurant INC in Clearwater are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Marcela's Restaurant INC in Clearwater had?
- Marcela's Restaurant INC in Clearwater has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Marcela's Restaurant INC in Clearwater find?
- Marcela's Restaurant INC in Clearwater was most recently inspected on March 25, 2026 with 9 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Marcela's Restaurant INC in Clearwater ever been shut down?
- No, Marcela's Restaurant INC in Clearwater has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V05 (Handwashing procedures) mean?
- Violation 05 (Handwashing procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/05.
- 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 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.
- Has Marcela's Restaurant INC in Clearwater faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Marcela's Restaurant INC in Clearwater has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Marcela's Restaurant INC in Clearwater been fined?
- Marcela's Restaurant INC in Clearwater has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 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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