Carmelitas Mexican Restaurant in Largo
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7705 Ulmerton Road, Largo, FL 33771-4571Carmelitas 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.
Carmelitas Mexican Restaurant in Largo: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
Carmelitas Mexican Restaurant in Largo: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement 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
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 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
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections21 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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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
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 18 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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— 3 inspections21 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 6 inspections50 violations · 33 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
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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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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