Taco-quila Mexican Kitchen and Cantina in Clearwater
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22996 Us Hwy 19 N, Clearwater, FL 33765Taco-Quila Mexican Kitchen and Cantina in Clearwater has been emergency-closed once, in November 2020 for rodent activity. Over 22 inspections spanning from December 2022 to December 2025, the facility accumulated 178 violations, averaging 8.1 violations per inspection — more than 55% above the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations dominate the record: proper hand and arm washing was cited in at least 8 inspections, employee health reporting violations appeared in 6 inspections, employee health policy violations in 4 inspections, and food contact surface violations in 4 inspections. These recurring findings across multiple years indicate systemic failures in employee hygiene practices and management oversight of worker health screening. The facility received one formal disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. The most recent inspection on December 11, 2025 documented 15 violations including high-priority citations for employee health reporting, food contact surfaces, and proper hand and arm washing, with the inspection completed and no further action required at that time.
Most recent closure: November 17, 2020 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Taco-quila Mexican Kitchen and Cantina in Clearwater: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
Taco-quila Mexican Kitchen and Cantina in Clearwater: Emergency Closure History (1)
Taco-quila Mexican Kitchen and Cantina in Clearwater: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2020055397 | $400.00 | Nov 17, 2020 | Miami (Doral) |
Taco-quila Mexican Kitchen and Cantina in Clearwater: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 2 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections16 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections12 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections19 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Taco-quila Mexican Kitchen and Cantina in Clearwater: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Taco-quila Mexican Kitchen and Cantina in Clearwater last inspected?
- Taco-quila Mexican Kitchen and Cantina in Clearwater was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 16, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Taco-quila Mexican Kitchen and Cantina in Clearwater last shut down?
- Taco-quila Mexican Kitchen and Cantina in Clearwater was last shut down on November 17, 2020 for rodent 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 Taco-quila Mexican Kitchen and Cantina in Clearwater?
- The most frequently cited violations at Taco-quila Mexican Kitchen and Cantina in Clearwater are: Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Taco-quila Mexican Kitchen and Cantina in Clearwater had?
- Taco-quila Mexican Kitchen and Cantina in Clearwater has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Taco-quila Mexican Kitchen and Cantina in Clearwater find?
- Taco-quila Mexican Kitchen and Cantina in Clearwater was most recently inspected on April 16, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Taco-quila Mexican Kitchen and Cantina in Clearwater ever been shut down?
- Yes, Taco-quila Mexican Kitchen and Cantina in Clearwater has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- Has Taco-quila Mexican Kitchen and Cantina in Clearwater faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Taco-quila Mexican Kitchen and Cantina in Clearwater has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Taco-quila Mexican Kitchen and Cantina in Clearwater been fined?
- Taco-quila Mexican Kitchen and Cantina in Clearwater has been fined a total of $400.00 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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