Chinelos Taqueria in Kenneth City
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6210 54 Ave N, Kenneth City, FL 33709Chinelos Taqueria in Kenneth City has averaged 6.8 violations per inspection across 10 inspections since 2023, modestly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. Hand washing violations have been cited in 8 of the 10 inspections, representing a persistent systemic issue. Additional recurring high-priority violations include food contact surface violations (7 inspections), consumer advisory violations (5 inspections), approved food source violations (4 inspections), and chemical storage violations (3 inspections). The facility experienced an escalation in violations in December 2023, when 14 violations were documented including high-priority findings for employee health policy, chemical storage, time as control, and improper cooking temperatures. Most recent inspection on December 5, 2025 yielded 12 violations including multiple hand washing findings, completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Chinelos Taqueria in Kenneth City: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
Chinelos Taqueria in Kenneth City: Full Inspection History — DBPR (11)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections20 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections18 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Chinelos Taqueria in Kenneth City: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Chinelos Taqueria in Kenneth City last inspected?
- Chinelos Taqueria in Kenneth City was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 7, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Chinelos Taqueria in Kenneth City?
- The most frequently cited violations at Chinelos Taqueria in Kenneth City are: Proper hand/arm washing, Outer openings protected, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Chinelos Taqueria in Kenneth City had?
- Chinelos Taqueria in Kenneth City has had 11 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Chinelos Taqueria in Kenneth City find?
- Chinelos Taqueria in Kenneth City was most recently inspected on May 7, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Chinelos Taqueria in Kenneth City ever been shut down?
- No, Chinelos Taqueria in Kenneth City has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?
- Violation 29 (Proper sewage disposal) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/29.
- What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
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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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