Carmelitas Mexican Restaurant in Largo

Last inspected:

7705 Ulmerton Road, Largo, FL 33771-4571
Overview

Carmelitas Mexican Restaurant in Largo has accumulated 274 violations across 25 inspections dating back to 2022, averaging 10.9 violations per inspection—more than double the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations are recurrent: proper hand and arm washing violations have been cited in every recent inspection; employee health policy and reporting violations appeared in at least 7 inspections; approved food source violations have been documented in 6 of the past 8 inspections; and chemical storage violations were noted in 5 inspections. A June 2023 inspection resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation following a string of violations including employee health reporting, chemical storage, and food contact surface failures. The facility has not experienced emergency closure despite the frequency and severity of violations. One disciplinary action totaling $200 has been issued. The most recent inspection on December 29, 2025, documented 15 violations and was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

26Inspections
278Violations
0Closures
$200in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Carmelitas Mexican Restaurant in Largo: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages

This Facility 10.7 violations / inspection 10.7 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

Carmelitas Mexican Restaurant in Largo: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $200.00

Disciplinary action history for Carmelitas Mexican Restaurant in Largo
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
3--2019053452 $200.00 Sep 5, 2019 Miami (Doral)

Carmelitas Mexican Restaurant in Largo: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)

— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections14 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— 3 inspections31 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections21 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections28 violations · 14 high priority
— 3 inspections21 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 6 inspections50 violations · 33 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued

Carmelitas Mexican Restaurant in Largo: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Carmelitas Mexican Restaurant in Largo last inspected?
Carmelitas Mexican Restaurant in Largo was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 7, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Carmelitas Mexican Restaurant in Largo?
The most frequently cited violations at Carmelitas Mexican Restaurant in Largo are: Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing, Proper ventilation.
How many health inspections has Carmelitas Mexican Restaurant in Largo had?
Carmelitas Mexican Restaurant in Largo has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Carmelitas Mexican Restaurant in Largo find?
Carmelitas Mexican Restaurant in Largo was most recently inspected on April 7, 2026 with 4 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Carmelitas Mexican Restaurant in Largo ever been shut down?
No, Carmelitas Mexican Restaurant in Largo 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 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 V50 (Adequate lighting) mean?
Violation 50 (Adequate lighting) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/50.
Has Carmelitas Mexican Restaurant in Largo faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Carmelitas Mexican Restaurant in Largo has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
How much has Carmelitas Mexican Restaurant in Largo been fined?
Carmelitas Mexican Restaurant in Largo has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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