CHARLIE'S TAQUERIA

3250 DeSoto Road
Florida, 34235
Sarasota County County

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★★☆☆ (3.0/5)
Based on 4 health inspection reports

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All Inspection Reports

Inspection on 8/30/2024

High Priority
2
Intermediate
3
Basic
4
Total
9
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required

Inspection Details:

  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Several containers of food stored on the floor in the MFDV. Warning
  • 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Warning
  • 08B-54-4:Basic - Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. Open bag of tortillas stored next to the hand washing sink. Employee removed the tortillas. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 21-07-4:Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Several wet wiping cloths stored on the counter in the MFDV. Operator placed the towels in a sanitizer bucket. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken (58F - Cold Holding); Feta cheese (57F - Cold Holding) stored on the counter at room temperature. Operator stated the items were stored at room temperature for approximately 30 minutes. Employee placed the items in a reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
  • 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Bottle of bleach and spray can of pesticide stored next to containers of food on the floor of the MFDV. Operator moved the bleach and pesticide. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Employee drinks stored in the hand washing sink. Employee removed the drinks. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 53A-07-6:Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Repeat Violation Warning
  • 53B-01-5:Intermediate - 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. Repeat Violation Warning
Food Inspector #8708267
2024-08-30
★☆☆☆☆ 1.0/5
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/30/2024 revealed 9 total violations (2 high priority, 3 intermediate, 4 basic).

Inspection on 6/12/2024

High Priority
0
Intermediate
2
Basic
0
Total
2
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required

Inspection Details:

  • 53A-07-6:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-12: Admin Complaint
  • 53B-01-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-12: Admin Complaint
Food Inspector #8651424
2024-06-12
★★★★☆ 4.0/5
Food safety inspection conducted on 6/12/2024 revealed 2 total violations (0 high priority, 2 intermediate, 0 basic).

Inspection on 4/11/2024

High Priority
1
Intermediate
3
Basic
1
Total
5
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required

Inspection Details:

  • 25-05-4:Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Cutlery kits, deli paper and single use gloves stored on the floor. Owner placed the items on a shelf. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 41-27-4:High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Wiping cloth sanitizer solution reading +200ppm chlorine. Owner replaced the sanitizer new reading 100ppm chlorine. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 12A-03-4:Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed their hands in the three compartment sink. The employee properly washed their hands in a hand washing sink. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 53A-07-6:Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Warning
  • 53B-01-5:Intermediate - 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. Warning
Food Inspector #8572734
2024-04-11
★½☆☆☆ 2.0/5
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/11/2024 revealed 5 total violations (1 high priority, 3 intermediate, 1 basic).

Inspection on 12/12/2023

High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
0
Total
1
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards

Inspection Details:

  • N/A:No Violations Were Observed
Food Inspector #8550768
2023-12-12
★★★★★ 5.0/5
Food safety inspection conducted on 12/12/2023 revealed 1 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 0 basic).