TAQUERIA LA MARCELITA
201 S US 41 BYPASS
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★★☆☆ (3.1/5)
Based on 5 health inspection reports
All Inspection Reports
Inspection Date: 12/13/2024
Inspection #: Visit ID: 10735574
- 08B-38-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - 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. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-13: Onions in bucket on floor. **Time Extended**
- 50-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - 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. - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-13: **Time Extended**
- 06-01-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner.Observed beef and pork defrosting at room temperature on counter. - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-13: Observed beef defrosting in bucket in hand sink. **Time Extended**
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - 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. Corrected On-Site - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-13: Observed eggs over cooked pork in double door glass reach in cooler. **Time Extended**
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bucket and containers in hand sink. Employees removed. Corrected On-Site - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-13: Observed beef defrosting in bucket in hand sink. **Time Extended**
Inspection Date: 12/5/2024
Inspection #: Visit ID: 8844538
- 08B-38-4:Basic - 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. Repeat Violation
- 50-04-4:Basic - 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.
- 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner.Observed beef and pork defrosting at room temperature on counter.
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - 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. Corrected On-Site
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bucket and containers in hand sink. Employees removed. Corrected On-Site
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no test kits for chlorine sanitizer.
- 11-26-1:Intermediate - 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. Corrected On-Site
- 27-16-4:Intermediate - 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. Warning
Inspection Date: 7/30/2024
Inspection #: Visit ID: 8713751
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic soda and water bottles stored on floor. Repeat 12-18-23 Repeat Violation
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed employee replace paper towels. Corrected On-Site
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Inspection Date: 12/18/2023
Inspection #: Visit ID: 8471645
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bag of onions on floor. Repeat 8-14-24 Repeat Violation
- 53B-13-5:Intermediate - 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.
Inspection Date: 8/14/2023
Inspection #: Visit ID: 8335150
- 14-05-4:Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard ise to line she of reach-in-freezer.
- 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor under equipment soiled.
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of onions on floor. Operator move onions off floor onto shelf. Corrected On-Site
- 36-10-4:Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed vinyl floor has large tears in it at work areas.