Poppo's Taqueria in St. Petersburg
Last inspected:
1033 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, FL 33705Poppo's Taqueria in St. Petersburg has accumulated 130 violations across 15 inspections since 2019, averaging 8.7 per visit. The facility was shut down once in 2021 due to sewage backup. The restaurant has faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $400 fine. Consumer advisory violations are the most frequently cited issue, followed by food contact surface problems and shell stock requirement failures.
Most recent closure: July 25, 2025 for sewage back up.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Poppo's Taqueria in St. Petersburg: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
Poppo's Taqueria in St. Petersburg: Emergency Closure History (1)
| Date | Reason | Reopened |
|---|---|---|
| Sewage back up | 12:41:00 |
Poppo's Taqueria in St. Petersburg: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025059754 | $400.00 | Jul 25, 2025 | Miami (Doral) |
Poppo's Taqueria in St. Petersburg: Full Inspection History — DBPR (17)
— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections24 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections21 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections23 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Poppo's Taqueria in St. Petersburg: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Poppo's Taqueria in St. Petersburg last inspected?
- Poppo's Taqueria in St. Petersburg was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 9, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Poppo's Taqueria in St. Petersburg last shut down?
- Poppo's Taqueria in St. Petersburg was last shut down on July 25, 2025 for sewage back up. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Poppo's Taqueria in St. Petersburg?
- The most frequently cited violations at Poppo's Taqueria in St. Petersburg are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Shell stock requirements.
- How many health inspections has Poppo's Taqueria in St. Petersburg had?
- Poppo's Taqueria in St. Petersburg has had 17 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Poppo's Taqueria in St. Petersburg find?
- Poppo's Taqueria in St. Petersburg was most recently inspected on July 9, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Poppo's Taqueria in St. Petersburg ever been shut down?
- Yes, Poppo's Taqueria in St. Petersburg has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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.
- Has Poppo's Taqueria in St. Petersburg faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Poppo's Taqueria in St. Petersburg has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Poppo's Taqueria in St. Petersburg been fined?
- Poppo's Taqueria in St. Petersburg has been fined a total of $400.00 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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