LAQUINTA
3301 ULMERTON RD, Clearwater FL 33762 · 727-572-7222
Last inspected Jun 5, 2026 · 6 visits since November 2023
3 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Live, small flying insects found 3 live flying insects
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022018466 | Mar 1, 2022 | Dec 16, 2022 | $400 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Live, small flying insects found 3 live flying insects
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Bowl from eggs and wick in hand wash sink. Employee removed and washed hands.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee used hand wash sink to rinse wipes cloth.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. 3 spray bottles hanging on hand wash sink inside kitchen no label. Employee labeled bleach
Whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided. Apples not wrapped
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. 2-1-23
Food stored on floor. Box of batter for waffles on floor back kitchen.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Small refrigerator for milk, eggs and yogurt
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Single serving cups not inverted. Employee inverted
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Plate inside hws. Employee moved
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Replace
No soap provided at handwash sink.replaced
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair near three-compartment sink.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Buffet counter at 8:40am a. butter packets (67F - Cold Holding); b. milk (51F - Cold Holding) Operator discarded items. Discussed time as a public health control as a option
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Operator provided soap at hand wash sink.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair near three-compartment sink.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in men's restroom. Will email employee hand wash sign DBPR 5030-111
Single-service articles stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Single-serve gloves next to hand wash sink in dining room is exposed to splash. Operator moved gloves.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler in kitchen.
Water leaking from three-compartment sink faucet.
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.