Tienda La Huasteca in Clearwater

Last inspected:

1745 Drew St, Clearwater, FL 33755
Overview

Tienda La Huasteca in Clearwater has recorded 81 violations across 10 inspections, averaging 8.1 violations per inspection—more than 50 percent above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. Handwashing and employee health violations are a recurring pattern, cited as high-priority findings in 7 of the 10 inspections on record. High-priority violations for toxic substance control and food contact surface integrity have also appeared multiple times. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. Two fire safety violations were documented: a propane tank located inside the building (August 2022) and a Class K portable fire extinguisher gauge in the red zone (January 2025). The most recent inspection on March 11, 2026 identified 27 violations, including high-priority findings for employee health reporting, food contact surfaces, time as control, and toxic substance control, but was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

10Inspections
81Violations
0Closures
2Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Tienda La Huasteca in Clearwater: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages

This Facility 8.1 violations / inspection 8.1 violations per inspection
Pinellas County Avg 6.13 violations / inspection 6.13 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Pinellas County Avg 0.35 closures / facility 0.35 county average

Tienda La Huasteca in Clearwater: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Class K portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Reviewed with manager . Manager scheduled service for this day
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. -Two propane tanks stored inside Restaurant in front of reach in cooler meat case, Discussed with manager, manager moved propane tanks outside. **Corrected On-Site**

Tienda La Huasteca in Clearwater: Full Inspection History — DBPR (10)

— 1 inspection9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections26 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Tienda La Huasteca in Clearwater: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tienda La Huasteca in Clearwater last inspected?
Tienda La Huasteca in Clearwater was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 11, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Tienda La Huasteca in Clearwater?
The most frequently cited violations at Tienda La Huasteca in Clearwater are: Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting, Clean multi-use utensils.
How many health inspections has Tienda La Huasteca in Clearwater had?
Tienda La Huasteca in Clearwater has had 10 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Tienda La Huasteca in Clearwater find?
Tienda La Huasteca in Clearwater was most recently inspected on March 11, 2026 with 10 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Tienda La Huasteca in Clearwater ever been shut down?
No, Tienda La Huasteca in Clearwater has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
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 V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
Has Tienda La Huasteca in Clearwater had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Tienda La Huasteca in Clearwater has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

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