Taqueria Y Panederia La Chiquita in Clearwater

Last inspected:

1907 Drew St Ste a, Clearwater, FL 33765
Overview

Taqueria y Panederia La Chiquita in Clearwater has accumulated 256 violations across 31 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.3 per visit. The facility was shut down three times for roach activity, rodent activity, and lack of potable water. In 2020, inspectors found a 15-pound propane tank stored inside the building. Recent inspections from March through September 2025 show an escalating enforcement pattern, with five consecutive callbacks and administrative complaints culminating in an emergency order recommendation in September.

Most recent closure: September 3, 2025 for no potable water.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

31Inspections
256Violations
3Closures
1Fire
$1,600in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Taqueria Y Panederia La Chiquita in Clearwater: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages

This Facility 8.3 violations / inspection 8.3 violations per inspection
Pinellas County Avg 6.13 violations / inspection 6.13 county average
This Facility 3 emergency closures 3 closures
Pinellas County Avg 0.35 closures / facility 0.35 county average

Taqueria Y Panederia La Chiquita in Clearwater: Emergency Closure History (3)

Emergency closure history for Taqueria Y Panederia La Chiquita in Clearwater
DateReasonReopened
No potable water N/A
Rodent activity 13:09:00
Roach activity 14:30:00

Taqueria Y Panederia La Chiquita in Clearwater: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (5)

Total fines on record: $1,600.00

Disciplinary action history for Taqueria Y Panederia La Chiquita in Clearwater
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
3--2023024218 $400.00 Mar 21, 2023 Miami (Doral)
3--2022038617 $400.00 Jun 8, 2022 Miami (Doral)
3--2022025917 $400.00 May 13, 2022 Miami (Doral)
3--2020043146 $400.00 Aug 25, 2020 Miami (Doral)
3--2015034705 Jul 14, 2015 Fort Lauderdale

Taqueria Y Panederia La Chiquita in Clearwater: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Emergency order recommended

Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. 15lb

Taqueria Y Panederia La Chiquita in Clearwater: Full Inspection History — DBPR (31)

— 7 inspections46 violations · 18 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections40 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 3 inspections15 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Administrative complaint recommended

Basic Violations

— 4 inspections17 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections18 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 5 inspections27 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

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

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections15 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued

Taqueria Y Panederia La Chiquita in Clearwater: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taqueria Y Panederia La Chiquita in Clearwater last inspected?
Taqueria Y Panederia La Chiquita in Clearwater was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 3, 2025. The result was: Emergency order recommended.
When was Taqueria Y Panederia La Chiquita in Clearwater last shut down?
Taqueria Y Panederia La Chiquita in Clearwater was last shut down on September 3, 2025 for no potable water. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
What are the most common violations at Taqueria Y Panederia La Chiquita in Clearwater?
The most frequently cited violations at Taqueria Y Panederia La Chiquita in Clearwater are: Chemical properly stored, Adequate lighting, Proper hand/arm washing.
How many health inspections has Taqueria Y Panederia La Chiquita in Clearwater had?
Taqueria Y Panederia La Chiquita in Clearwater has had 31 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Taqueria Y Panederia La Chiquita in Clearwater find?
Taqueria Y Panederia La Chiquita in Clearwater was most recently inspected on September 3, 2025 with 15 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Emergency order recommended.
Has Taqueria Y Panederia La Chiquita in Clearwater ever been shut down?
Yes, Taqueria Y Panederia La Chiquita in Clearwater has been emergency-closed 3 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
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 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.
What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
Has Taqueria Y Panederia La Chiquita in Clearwater had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Taqueria Y Panederia La Chiquita in Clearwater has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Taqueria Y Panederia La Chiquita in Clearwater faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Taqueria Y Panederia La Chiquita in Clearwater has 5 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,600.00 in fines.
How much has Taqueria Y Panederia La Chiquita in Clearwater been fined?
Taqueria Y Panederia La Chiquita in Clearwater has been fined a total of $1,600.00 across 5 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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