How many health inspections has MADELINES FALAFEL AND SHAWARMA INC had?

MADELINES FALAFEL AND SHAWARMA INC has had 20 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has MADELINES FALAFEL AND SHAWARMA INC ever been shut down?

Yes, MADELINES FALAFEL AND SHAWARMA INC has been shut down 3 times by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at MADELINES FALAFEL AND SHAWARMA INC?

The most frequently cited violations at MADELINES FALAFEL AND SHAWARMA INC are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing.

What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?

INFORMED CHOICE: Without consumer advisory, customers with compromised immune systems, elderly, pregnant women, and young children cannot make informed decisions about consuming raw or undercooked foods. Raw oysters carry Vibrio vulnificus (50% fatality in at-risk groups). Undercooked eggs carry Salmonella Enteritidis. Raw fish may contain Anisakis parasites. Provide written consumer advisory with: disclosure identifying menu items containing raw or undercooked animal foods (eggs, meat, fish, shellfish), and a reminder statement about increased risk of foodborne illness. Must be on menu, placard, or other conspicuous written format. Covers items like rare burgers, sushi, sunny-side-up eggs, raw oysters.

What does Florida violation V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?

PEST ENTRY: Unprotected outer openings (doors, windows, vents) allow entry of flies, rodents, birds, and other pests. A single open door can admit hundreds of flies in minutes — each carrying 100+ pathogens. Gaps around doors allow mice (1/4 inch) and rats (1/2 inch) to enter. Birds nest in rafters, contaminating food with droppings carrying Salmonella and Histoplasma. Protect all outer openings: install self-closing doors, tight-fitting screens on windows and vents, air curtains at frequently used entrances, door sweeps on exterior doors. Seal gaps around pipes and utility penetrations. Keep doors closed when not in active use. Maintain screens in good repair — no holes or tears.

MADELINES FALAFEL AND SHAWARMA INC

13 N PINELLAS AVE, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689

Pinellas County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: MADELINE'S FALAFEL AND SHAWARMA INC · License: SEA6218026

MADELINES FALAFEL AND SHAWARMA INC in Tarpon Springs, FL has 20 inspections on record with 106 total violations (5.3 per inspection) and 3 emergency closures.

20Inspections

106Violations

3Closures

Data current as of June 12, 2025

Emergency Closures (3)

Emergency closure history for MADELINES FALAFEL AND SHAWARMA INC
Date	Reason	Reopened
Jan 17, 2024	Roach activity	12:11:00
Dec 20, 2022	Roach activity	14:42:00
Oct 6, 2020	No Ware washing Facilities	16:07:00

Inspection History (20)

Jun 12, 2025 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Dec 10, 2024 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Mar 19, 2024 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Jan 18, 2024 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Jan 17, 2024 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Mar 9, 2023 — Routine - Food· 7 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V11 Food in good condition

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Mar 8, 2023 — Routine - Food· 14 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V11 Food in good condition

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V35 Single-use items

Dec 22, 2022 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Dec 22, 2022 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Dec 21, 2022 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Dec 20, 2022 — Routine - Food· 13 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

Apr 26, 2022 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Dec 17, 2021 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Dec 15, 2021 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Dec 14, 2021 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

Jan 13, 2021 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Oct 6, 2020 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

Oct 6, 2020 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Mar 17, 2020 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

Mar 5, 2020 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations · Warning Issued

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

How Does This Facility Compare?

MADELINES FALAFEL AND SHAWARMA INC has had 3 emergency closures, compared to the Pinellas County average of 0.27 closures per facility. It has averaged 5.3 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 4.56.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has MADELINES FALAFEL AND SHAWARMA INC had?: MADELINES FALAFEL AND SHAWARMA INC has had 20 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has MADELINES FALAFEL AND SHAWARMA INC ever been shut down?: Yes, MADELINES FALAFEL AND SHAWARMA INC has been shut down 3 times by state inspectors.
What are the most common violations at MADELINES FALAFEL AND SHAWARMA INC?: The most frequently cited violations at MADELINES FALAFEL AND SHAWARMA INC are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing.

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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.

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