La Teresita in Pinellas Park
Last inspected:
7101 N 66 St, Pinellas Park, FL 337814004La Teresita in Pinellas Park has 29 inspections on record spanning multiple years, with 352 total violations averaging 12.1 per inspection — more than double the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility was emergency-closed on December 17, 2018 for roach activity. A disciplinary action resulted in $400 in fines. Hand washing violations have been cited in nearly every inspection since 2023, appearing in 6 of the last 8 inspections. Employee health reporting violations, shell stock requirement violations, and chemical storage violations are also recurring findings. The most recent inspection on April 1, 2026 was completed with no further action, documenting 12 basic violations.
Most recent closure: December 17, 2018 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
La Teresita in Pinellas Park: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
This Facility
12.1
violations / inspection
12.1 violations per inspection
Pinellas County Avg
6.13
violations / inspection
6.13 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Pinellas County Avg
0.35
closures / facility
0.35 county average
La Teresita in Pinellas Park: Emergency Closure History (1)
La Teresita in Pinellas Park: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2019001754 | $400.00 | Dec 17, 2018 | Fort Lauderdale |
La Teresita in Pinellas Park: Full Inspection History — DBPR (29)
— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Partial· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections53 violations · 36 high priority
— Routine - Food· 20 violations (12 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection21 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 21 violations (14 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections42 violations · 26 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections14 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections29 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 21 violations (14 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
La Teresita in Pinellas Park: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was La Teresita in Pinellas Park last inspected?
- La Teresita in Pinellas Park was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 1, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was La Teresita in Pinellas Park last shut down?
- La Teresita in Pinellas Park was last shut down on December 17, 2018 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at La Teresita in Pinellas Park?
- The most frequently cited violations at La Teresita in Pinellas Park are: Consumer advisory, Toxic substance control, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has La Teresita in Pinellas Park had?
- La Teresita in Pinellas Park has had 29 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 12.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of La Teresita in Pinellas Park find?
- La Teresita in Pinellas Park was most recently inspected on April 1, 2026 with 7 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has La Teresita in Pinellas Park ever been shut down?
- Yes, La Teresita in Pinellas Park has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 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.
- Has La Teresita in Pinellas Park faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, La Teresita in Pinellas Park has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has La Teresita in Pinellas Park been fined?
- La Teresita in Pinellas Park has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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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