Taqueria Viva Mexico in Clearwater
Last inspected:
1740 Drew St, Clearwater, FL 33755Taqueria Viva Mexico in Clearwater has accumulated 168 violations across 29 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.8 violations per visit. The facility has not been shut down but has received multiple warnings and callback inspections, with compliance issues persisting through 2025. The most frequently cited violations involve proper hand and arm washing, clean multi-use utensils, and consumer advisories. Recent inspections in 2025 show continued non-compliance, with warnings issued in March and December followed by callback inspections.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Taqueria Viva Mexico in Clearwater: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
Taqueria Viva Mexico in Clearwater: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections14 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections20 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 4 inspections20 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections17 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Taqueria Viva Mexico in Clearwater: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Taqueria Viva Mexico in Clearwater last inspected?
- Taqueria Viva Mexico in Clearwater was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 30, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Taqueria Viva Mexico in Clearwater?
- The most frequently cited violations at Taqueria Viva Mexico in Clearwater are: Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Taqueria Viva Mexico in Clearwater had?
- Taqueria Viva Mexico in Clearwater has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Taqueria Viva Mexico in Clearwater find?
- Taqueria Viva Mexico in Clearwater was most recently inspected on March 30, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Taqueria Viva Mexico in Clearwater ever been shut down?
- No, Taqueria Viva Mexico in Clearwater has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?
- Violation 24 (Toxic substance control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/24.
- What does Florida violation V40 (Wiping cloths usage) mean?
- Violation 40 (Wiping cloths usage) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/40.
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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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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