CASITA TAQUERIA
2663 CENTRAL AVE, Saint Petersburg FL 33713 · 727.498.8749
Last inspected May 18, 2026 · 10 visits since February 2024
JAN 25
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OCT 25
APR 26
MAY 26
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Live, small flying insects found 2 live flies in prep area
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $360
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2021042266 | Jul 12, 2021 | Oct 6, 2021 | $160 |
| 3--2015043245 | Sep 15, 2015 | Oct 20, 2015 | $200 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
May 18, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 2, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dish machine tested at 0 ppm. Manager primed unit retested at 50 ppm
Live, small flying insects found (2) live flies at the dish pit, not landing on food contact surfaces. Discussed with operator to dispatch flies when possible and sanitize areas. (1) live fly in dining room
Equipment in poor repair. Door handle and gaskets on reach-in cooler at the front counter in disrepair
Oct 3, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices.
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gasket on silver reach-in freezer in prep area. Torn gasket on standing reach-in cooler at front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket soiled on silver reach-in freezer in prep area.
Oct 2, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Hot time/temperature control for safety food received at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked rice observed hot holding at 126F. Manager paced item back into oven to reheat. New temperature observed at 165F and placed into steam bin
Live, small flying insects found (4) dish machine c Call made to Supervisor Day-Walker regarding live flies. Advised to educate employees.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pico 46F Cut lettuce 50F Queso fresco 50F Manager placed items into walk-in cooler to cool. New temperatures recorded as follows at 3:40PM Pico 43F Cut lettuce 48F Queso fresco 48F
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices.
Accumulation of red mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Located next to mop sink.
Dead roaches on premises. (1) dead roach under dry equipment.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Inside standing reach-in cooler. Manager relocated items.
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gasket on silver reach-in freezer in prep area. Torn gasket on standing reach-in cooler at front counter.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knives stored between 2 compartment sink and wall. Discussed with manager.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket soiled on silver reach-in freezer in prep area.
Stored food not covered. Cooked beans and cooked pork in standing reach-in cooler not covered. Manager corrected.
May 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found 2 live flies in prep area
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. salsa at front counter (46F - Cold Holding), staff added ice. Prep cooler- pico (49F - Cold Holding); guacamole (44F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (46F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (45F - Cold Holding). Retemp: cheese 41F, cut lettuce 43F, pico 44F, guac 42F Drawer cooler - raw shrimp (51F - Cold Holding). Retemp 41F
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Equipment in hand sink on cook line, removed
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Accumulation of dead insects in wall mounted control device, discussed with manager about regular cleaning
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Air vents soiled in kitchen
Equipment in poor repair. Torn cooler gaskets
Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Out door walk in cooler located behind a French that is not kept closed and locked
Jan 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Prep cooler - cut cabbage (50F - Cold Holding), manager moved to bottom of cooler. Front counter - salsa in squeeze bottle (60F - Cold Holding), held less than 4 hours, manager added ice to cool down
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Manager on duty only able to provide valid proof of training for kitchen staff; no proof of training available for front of house staff at time of inspection
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverage over reach in freezer in prep room, removed
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Outdoor sanitizer bucket 0ppm, manager replaced 200ppm
May 9, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ 1. Mercedez Horton more than 30 days ago.
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. No original certificate for three employees.
May 8, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Reading 0ppm. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishmachine is washing not sanitizing. Establishment has a two-compartment sink and will wash dishes in dishmachine and will sanitizer in sink for two-compartment sink. Chlorine sanitizer reading 50ppm Maintenance personnel on way to address dishmachine.
Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. Operator discarded strip.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach-in cooler on cooks line at 1:30pm. Retemp at 2:30pm a. pico de gallo (48F - Cold Holding); 43f b. cut lettuce (48F - Cold Holding) 40f c. guacamole (46F - Cold Holding); 39f d. shredded mozzarella cheese (53F - Cold Holding) 45f From upright refrigerator in prep area at 1:50pm. Re temp at 2:35pm a. green chilies with fresh garlic (48F - Cold Holding) 40f From walk-in cooler at 2:00pm. Re temp at 2:40pm a. shredded beef (47F - Cold Holding); 39f b. shredded chicken (47F - Cold Holding); 42f c. shredded pork (47F - Cold Holding); 42f d. cream cheese (47F - Cold Holding) 43f Operator placed items in ice bath
Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ 1. Mercedez Horton more than 30 days ago.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink on cooks line used to fill water bowl for dog.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Manager Claudia Gonzalez arrived during inspection.
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. No original certificate for three employees.
Wash solution in spray-type chemical warewasher less than 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Dishmachine temp is 100ppm.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling vent above two-compartment sink.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverage on top of dishmachine. Operator discarded drink.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone stored on top of reach-in cooler on cooks line. Employee removed phone. In the process of cleaning and sanitizing area. Employee stored on top of five gallon container of cooking oil in storage area.
Mar 18, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tile vent has an accumulation of dust above two-compartment sink.
Feb 29, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate11 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Reading 0ppm. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Operator setup sanitizer sink. Tested chlorine sanitizer sink. Reading 50ppm
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. From prep area holding cart at 2:45pm. Operator placed item in stove to reheat. Re temp at 3:15pm a. cooked rice (132F - Hot Holding) 198f
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tile vent has an accumulation of dust above two-compartment sink.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in unisex bathroom.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverage on shelf above reach-in cooler on cooks line. Employee removed drink. Cleaned and sanitized area.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Garbage not placed in a receptacle for storage until pick up to make the garbage inaccessible to insects and rodents.
Inaccurate/damaged temperature and/or pressure gauge(s) on dishmachine.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled gaskets on reach-in freezer in prep area.
Stored food not covered. Black beans cold holding at 40f not covered in walk-in cooler. Operator covered beans.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound stored near soda machine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Reading 0ppm. Operator refilled quaternary sanitizer reading 150ppm
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.