MARCELA'S RESTAURANT INC
1623-A GULF TO BAY BLVD, Clearwater FL 33755 · 727-216-6527
Last inspected Mar 25, 2026 · 7 visits since December 2023
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MAR 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 17 points off where it started.
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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2018063453 | Sep 20, 2018 | Jan 11, 2019 | $200 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Mar 25, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - stained cutting board at reach in cooler in kitchen
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Water at 80:F in restaurant in dining area when run 2 minutes
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No proof provided that some food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled in storage room near mop sink. Manager labeled spray bottle
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable in kitchen.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Shared dumpster
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in kitchen
Water leaking from faucet/handle at hand wash sink in kitchen
Dec 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food ( raw chicken) stored over unwashed produce ( cilantro) in glass door cooler. Manager rearranged food.
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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Cutting board in food prep area soiled with food build up in cracks
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No proof provided that some food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside in kitchen
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit ( glass door cooler) with food to be served to customers. Manager relocated employee beverage
Unwashed fruits/vegetables ( box of avocados ) stored with ready-to-eat food ( bag of tortillas ) in glass door reach in cooler. Manager rearranged food
Apr 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container in cooler opposite stove. Reviewed with manager. Manager removed paper towel.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food ( cooked rice and cooked chicken ) prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Reviewed with manager. Manager date marked food
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Reviewed with manager.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside in dining area opposite storage room. Reviewed with manager
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in restroom in dining room area
Dec 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Popcorn ceiling over kitchen
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Mar 7, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 15, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Reviewed with operator - employee then washed hands properly
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.
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 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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled in kitchen storage area - manager labeled spray bottle
Cloth used as a food-contact surface for pitas - in cooler - manager removed towels
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employees Ice cream in freezer with food for public - manager separated food in a separated container and labeled container " employee food"
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.