HACIENDA CORRALEJO
459 ATHENS ST, Tarpon Springs FL 34689 · 727-944-2004
Last inspected Jun 15, 2026 · 14 visits since July 2023
DEC 24
MAY 25
JAN 26
APR 26
JUN 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 14 points off where it started.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live cockroach by hand sink in bar area 1 live cockroach by mens restroom
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2026027327 | Apr 8, 2026 | May 19, 2026 | $800 |
| 3--2026011793 | Jan 27, 2026 | Mar 11, 2026 | $800 |
| 3--2024041949 | May 21, 2024 | Aug 13, 2024 | $200 |
Inspection history
14 visits, newest first
Jun 15, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Hole in or other damage to wall. Holes in wall in dish room
Jun 10, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In refrigerator in kitchen- raw beef and chicken above empanadas, crab, operator rearranged cooler
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. cooked rice (47F - Cold Holding); sour cream (47F - Cold Holding) cottage cheese (45F - Cold Holding); white cheese (48F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In glass door refrigerator in kitchen- cooked rice (47F - Cold Holding); sour cream (47F - Cold Holding) white cheese (48F - Cold Holding); raw steak (46F - Cold Holding) cottage cheese (45F - Cold Holding
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach in dry storage room 2 dead roaches in walk in cooler Operator removed roaches, cleaned and sanitized area,
Hole in or other damage to wall. Holes in wall in dish room
Apr 11, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Hole in or other damage to wall. Multiple holes in walls in dish room.
Apr 8, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 6 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
4 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on underside of prep table next to stove 3 on wall by 3 compartment sink
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Under wall trim in men's bathroom
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse cooked rice (51F - Cold Holding); cooked steak (51F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In glass door cooler in kitchen - cooked rice (51F - Cold Holding); cooked steak (51F - Cold Holding), both cooked yesterday afternoon. See stop sale
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Inside of ice machine on sides
Hole in or other damage to wall. Multiple holes in walls in dish room.
Jan 29, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 28, 2026■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach behind pipe next to hand wash sink in kitchen 6 live roaches under printer above hand wash sink in kitchen. 7 live roaches on bottom side of small table in front of stove 1 live roach in dish room in shelf bracket 4 live roaches in rim of plastic food storage bin
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Roach droppings in multiple areas, on walls, behind posters, on pipes, outlet covers, on shelf brackets, on frame of bar counter.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. can opener blade soiled
Dead roaches on premises. Approximately 10 dead roaches in bar behind shelves
Jan 27, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 4 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach behind pipe next to hand wash sink in kitchen 6 live roaches under printer above hand wash sink in kitchen. 7 live roaches on bottom side of small table in front of stove 1 live roach in dish room in shelf bracket 4 live roaches in rim of plastic food storage bin
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Roach droppings in multiple areas, on walls, behind posters, on pipes, outlet covers, on shelf brackets, on frame of bar counter.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. can opener blade soiled
Dead roaches on premises. Approximately 10 dead roaches in bar behind shelves
May 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Fried ice cream on shelf of reach in freezer in prep area. Employee moved.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed slopes inside to go bag in reach in freezer inside prep area. Employee removed.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw eggs over unwashed onions inside walk in cooler. Employee moved to bottom shelf.
Handwash sink at three compartment sink area not accessible for employee use at all times blocked with dirty dishes. Employee moved
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Employee replaced at cook line
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. No dates throughout establishment.red sauce, white cheese, cooked chili
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed hand soap in bottle on ground near hand wash sink. Employee replaced at cook line
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverage on hot holding steam table at cook line employee moved
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Cup of water no lid at cook line. On hot holding unit.
Food stored on floor. Margarita in large white bin at bar on floor. Employee put on shelf.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign on White hand wash sink of kitchen. At cook line
Stored food not covered. Empanadas in white freezer at cook line not covered. Employee covered Salt and sugar on dry storage rack. Employee covered
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. On cutting boards at cook line
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt and sugar in dry storage area not labeled. Employee labeled
Feb 18, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Microwave oven on cooks line used more than 24 hours ago is soiled. Can opener in dry-storage room used more than 4 hours ago is soiled.
Handwash sink on cooks line does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No running hot water at hand wash sink in dry-storage area.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves in walk-in cooler.
Reach-in cooler on cooks line interior have accumulation of soil residues.
Dec 18, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded.
0 High priority7 Intermediate6 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Microwave oven on cooks line used more than 24 hours ago is soiled. Can opener in dry-storage room used more than 4 hours ago is soiled.
Handwash sink on cooks line does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Ceviche shrimp, tilapia, octopus is not identified on menu as being served raw or undercooked.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink located on cooks line. Operator provided paper towels.
No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing. Operator provided chlorine sanitizer. Reading 50ppm.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No running hot water at hand wash sink in dry-storage area.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves in walk-in cooler.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Open employee beverage is next to open container of sugar on steam table on cooks line. Employee discarded drink.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle touching rice in container located in dry-storage room. Operator removed scoop.
Reach-in cooler on cooks line interior have accumulation of soil residues.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler on cooks line.
May 21, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 29 violations recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority6 Intermediate16 Basic
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Establishment using a sanitizer solution that does not meet the requirements specified in 40 CFR 180. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until approved sanitizer is available for warewashing. Establishment using chlorine sanitizer used for laundry and household use not food contact surfaces. Operator provided correct sanitizer.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 live fly in kitchen near convection oven. 1 live fly in warewashing area. Flies did not land on food or food contact surfaces.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment is open and operating. Selling food to the public. License expired on 02-01-2024. Operator updated license during inspection.
Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Raw chicken stored above bottles of beer in walk-in cooler. Will email DBPR Form 5030-098. Safe Refrigerator Storage.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw beef stored above mixed vegetables in reach-in freezer in kitchen.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored above open pan of cooked shrimp in upright refrigerator next to convection oven. Employee placed raw shell eggs in bottom shelf. Raw tilapia stored above butter in walk-in cooler. Will email DBPR Form 5030-098. Safe Refrigerator Storage.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. From steam table at 1:00pm. Employee turned steam table up. Re temp at 1:45pm a. cooked rice (125F - Hot Holding); 147f b. cheese sauce (99F - Hot Holding) 111f Discussed time as a public health control as an option. Will email DBPR Form 5022-090. Time as a Public Health Control.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Spoons, tongs, spatulas and potato masher is stored in bowl of hand wash sink in warewashing area.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink all hand wash sink in establishment. Operator provided paper towels to all hand wash sinks.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. From walk-in cooler items prepared more than 24 hours ago. a. cooked chicken b. cooked pork c. cooked beans d. cooked ground beef Will email DBPR Form 5030-049. Date Marking.
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. No original certificate 1. Facundo Sanchez
Two unlabeled spray bottles located underneath service sink in kitchen containing toxic substance not labeled.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Single-serve bowl used as a scoop stored inside a container of sugar on bottom shelf in dry-storage area.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves in walk-in cooler.
Cutting board on reach-in cooler on cooks line has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gasket on upright refrigerator next to convection oven.
Floor on cooks line is covered with standing water.
Food stored on floor. Two containers of tea and bag of potatoes are stored on floor in walk-in cooler. 5 gallons of cooking oil stored on floor in kitchen.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees on cooks line. Will email DBPR Form 5030-111. Employees must wash hands.
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels in storage area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled gaskets on reach-in cooler doors on cooks line.
Reach-in cooler on cooks line interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Stored food not covered. From walk-in cooler a. cooked chicken not covered b. cooked pork not covered. c. cooked beans not covered. d. cooked ground beef not covered
Upright refrigerator in kitchen next to convection oven shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand wash sink on cooks line pipe is leaking.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor on in bar area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar in container on bottom shelf in dry-storage area not labeled.
Sep 19, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 small fly in server area 2 flies in bar area 1 fly in dish area
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. No freezer on cook line, Prep sink not in proper place Upright refrigerator on cook line not on plans Steam table on cook line not on plans No splash guard between hand sink and prep sink
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided operator with DBPR HR 5030-103
Jul 11, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority5 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee came from outside through door and touched clean utensils and started cooking without changing gloves or washing hands, discussed proper hand washing procedure with employee
Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Rubbed hands together for 6 seconds, discussed proper hand washing procedure with employee
Employee washed hands with no soap. Cook did not use soap, discussed proper hand washing procedure with employee, cook washed hands with soap
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 small fly in server area 2 flies in bar area 1 fly in dish area
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on reach in cooler Can opener soiled Cutting board soiled in prep area
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. No freezer on cook line, Prep sink not in proper place Upright refrigerator on cook line not on plans Steam table on cook line not on plans No splash guard between hand sink and prep sink
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided operator with DBPR HR 5030-103
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. Bartender does not have employee food handler certification
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Portion cup used in salt container
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Upright reach in cooler on cook line Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Jul 10, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 29 recorded, 11 high priority.
11 High priority10 Intermediate8 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee came from outside through door and touched clean utensils and started cooking without changing gloves or washing hands, discussed proper hand washing procedure with employee
Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Rubbed hands together for 6 seconds, discussed proper hand washing procedure with employee
Employee washed hands with no soap. Cook did not use soap, discussed proper hand washing procedure with employee, cook washed hands with soap
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. All glass wear at bar not sanitized Dishes in dish area not sanitized, had employee set up three compartment sink to sanitize dishes
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 small fly in server area 2 flies in bar area 1 fly in dish area
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Paper towel in rice in upright cooler
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken and raw beef above cut green peppers and onions in drawer on cook line, all items properly moved and stored
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw beef in walk in cooler
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live cockroach by hand sink in bar area 1 live cockroach by mens restroom
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. salsa (48F - Cold Holding) in server area, server removed and put in walk in cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. beans (122F - Hot Holding) in steam table, 166F
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided operator with DBPR HR 5030-104
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on reach in cooler Can opener soiled Cutting board soiled in prep area
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Bartender stated establishment just opened and there is no one in charge Owner showed up at end of inspection, Yovani Vasquez 5/21/2019
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at all hand sinks except restroom
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. No freezer on cook line, Prep sink not in proper place Upright refrigerator on cook line not on plans Steam table on cook line not on plans No splash guard between hand sink and prep sink
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided operator with DBPR HR 5030-103
No soap provided at handwash sink at all hand sink's except restroom No hand wash sign at hand sink on cook line in prep area
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. Bartender does not have employee food handler certification
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Beans, cooked beef in walk in cooler
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Portion cup used in salt container
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice buckets not inverted
Dead roaches on premises. One dead cockroach on hand sink on cook line One dead cockroach on shelf next to hand sink
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook put hair net on Dishwasher put hat on
Food stored on floor. -Oil on floor on cook line, oil removed -Container of chips in server on floor, chips moved up off floor -Container of lettuce and salsa on floor in walk in cooler -Multiple food items stored on floor in dry storage
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Upright reach in cooler on cook line Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. Corn in prep sink next to hand sink exposed to splash, corn removed
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.