TAQUERIA LA MARCELITA
201 S US 41 BYPASS, Venice FL 34285 · 941-231-8812
Last inspected Jun 18, 2026 · 7 visits since August 2023
5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water at hand wash sink.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed pan of beef defrosting on shelf above grill.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.Observed shell eggs stored over cooked beef in glass reach in cooler. Manager rearranged food items to prevent cross contamination.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bucket and containers in hand sink. Employees removed.
Food stored on floor.Observed container of onions and bottled water on floor. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. Did not observe 2" numbers on outside of truck.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner.Observed beef and pork defrosting at room temperature on counter.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.Observed shell eggs stored over cooked beef in glass reach in cooler. Manager rearranged food items to prevent cross contamination.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bucket and containers in hand sink. Employees removed.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no test kits for chlorine sanitizer.
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. Printed 2 agreements in Spanish, employees read and signed.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water at hand wash sink.
Food stored on floor.Observed container of onions and bottled water on floor. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. Did not observe 2" numbers on outside of truck.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner.Observed beef and pork defrosting at room temperature on counter.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed employee replace paper towels.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic soda and water bottles stored on floor. Repeat 12-18-23
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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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.
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of onions on floor. Repeat 8-14-24
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard ise to line she of reach-in-freezer.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor under equipment soiled.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of onions on floor. Operator move onions off floor onto shelf.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed vinyl floor has large tears in it at work areas.
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.