MEGA BURRITO
1478 GULF TO BAY BLVD, Clearwater FL 33755 · 727-386-5989
Last inspected May 5, 2026 · 12 visits since October 2023
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MAY 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 10 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 2 live roaches under sliced at cook line. 19 live roaches inside crack of dry storage shelf near open food and commercial processed salsa 6 under crack of a bag on dry storage shelf of lentils touching clean cutting boards. 2 crack of shelves of dry storage rack near large clean pans.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
5 cases · $2,120
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2026012035 | Feb 5, 2026 | May 19, 2026 | $300 |
| 3--2025055676 | Mar 24, 2025 | Oct 2, 2025 | $300 |
| 3--2024068131 | Nov 22, 2024 | May 16, 2025 | $800 |
| 3--2024049894 | Jul 8, 2024 | Sep 16, 2024 | $320 |
| 3--2022050849 | Sep 13, 2022 | Dec 16, 2022 | $400 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
May 5, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish ( tilapia) bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package 50 F -Manager discarded tilapia
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at bar. Manager placed paper towels at hand wash sink
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/. Per call with plan reviewer Cindy no plans have been submitted -Plans on record not accurate. Dishwashing area and food prep area section close to mop sink have been removed. Market area 1476 Gulf to Bay is part of this license per operator and not included on plans on record. Minibar added in dining area
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked meats and cooked rice in walk in cooler not date marked
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled in kitchen near hand wash sink and bar area
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish ( tilapia) bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package -Manager discarded tilapia.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom for employees in kitchen
Exterior door has a gap between front glass doors that open to the outside.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice inside ice bin in the bar area.Manager relocated ice scoop
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in bar area
Stored food ( cooked chicken, cooked potatoes ) not covered in walk in cooler
Feb 5, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in bar 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/. -Plans on record not accurate. Dishwashing area and food prep area section close to mop sink have been removed. Market area 1476 Gulf to Bay is part of this license per operator and not included on plans on record. Minibar added in dining area
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked meats, cut lettuce, meat sauces not date marked in walk in cooler
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled in bar area. Employee labeled spray bottle
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Exterior door has a gap between glass doors that opens to the outside in the front of the business.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable.in walk in freezer
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in the bar area
Stored food ( cooked meat, cut vegetables and sauces ) not covered in walk in cooler
Triple door reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.in kitchen
Jun 3, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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/. Plans on record not accurate. Dishwashing area and food prep area section close to mop sink has been removed. Market area 1476 Gulf to Bay is part of this license per operator and not included on plans on record. Minibar added in dining area
Mar 26, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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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/. Plans on record not accurate. Dishwashing area and food prep area section close to mop sink has been removed. Market area 1476 Gulf to Bay is part of this license per operator and not included on plans on record. Minibar added in dining area
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. Employees hired over 2 months have no training
Food ( bottles of water ) stored on floor in dining area. Reviewed with manager
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at bar
Mar 24, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Reviewed with manager
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Shredded cheddar cheese 52 F, cooked pork 52 F, Raw beef 53 F in cooler at cook line. Cooler cleaned with in 30 minutes. Manager put food on ice.
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 paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at bar
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/. Plans on record not accurate. Dishwashing area and food prep area section close to mop sink has been removed. Market area 1476 Gulf to Bay is part of this license per operator and not included on plans on record. Minibar added in dining area
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. Employees hired over 2 months have no training
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves in walk in cooler,Reviewed with manager
Food ( bottles of water ) stored on floor in dining area. Reviewed with manager
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at bar
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Ladder leaning on shelf with clean pits. Manager relocated ladder
Stored food not covered. Cart of nachos uncovered near mini bar in front dining area
Jan 22, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 23, 2024Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
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.
Nov 22, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 5 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 2 live roaches under sliced at cook line. 19 live roaches inside crack of dry storage shelf near open food and commercial processed salsa 6 under crack of a bag on dry storage shelf of lentils touching clean cutting boards. 2 crack of shelves of dry storage rack near large clean pans.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
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.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach inside hand wash sink at cook line near dry storage. 1 dead roach under hand wash sink on floor at cook line near dry storage. 2 dead roaches under dry storage rack on floor opposite of cook line.
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Avocado at cook line stickers still on 6 inside reach in deli cooler. One cut stop sale
Jul 8, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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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 certificates available.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. No date marks on cooked beef, refried beans and various sauce buckets in walk in cooler.
May 7, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef and raw chicken stored over cooked chicken in stand up three door cooler.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Staff could not find CFM certificate.
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 certificates available.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. No date marks on cooked beef, refried beans and various sauce buckets in walk in cooler.
Food stored on floor. In walk in freezer.
Oct 30, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Various sauces, cooked chicken, cooked beef.
Oct 23, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate2 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. 0 ppm. Operator called for service.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked pork 63f, next to fryer.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked chicken 131f,holding on line.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Various sauces, cooked chicken, cooked beef.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on three door reach in cooler soiled.
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.