Inspection Report

Florida DBPR Inspection Report
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GORDITAS DON HUICHO

2071 DREW ST · CLEARWATER · Pinellas County · FL 33765

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateNovember 17, 2025
Inspection typeRoutine – Food
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionInspection Completed – No Further Action
Resultmet_inspection_standards
Inspection number3595798
Visit number1
Inspection Visit ID10876724
DBPR license6214625

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
5 High Priority2 Intermediate5 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical12 Total
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All DBPR Inspector Observations

12 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.

High Priority 5

#6High Priority41-07-4

High Priority – Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed medicine on prep table stored on shelf next to microwave , manager removed the item. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#7High Priority08A-04-5

High Priority – Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce.observed raw fish over unwashed produce , manager moved the raw fish to the appropriate location in the cooler. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#8High Priority01B-02-5

High Priority – Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed a dessert portion of rice pudding in dessert cooler on the front counter at 44f , was stored over night and no temperature taken on this day , stop sale manager discarded the rice pudding . **Corrective Action Taken**

Corrective Action TakenStop Sale
#9High Priority03A-02-5

High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Observed a dessert portion of rice pudding in dessert cooler on the front counter at 44f , was stroked over night and no temperature taken on this day , stop sale manager discarded the rice pudding . **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-SiteStop Sale
#10High Priority41-10-4

High Priority – Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottles of Windex hanging on rack next to vinegar.manager removed the item. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site

Intermediate 2

#11Intermediate05-10-4

Intermediate – Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures. Reviewed with Manager regular monitoring of food temperatures.

#12Intermediate41-04-4

Intermediate – Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment. Observed 2 small cans of WD40 lubricant stored on prep table next to Microwave , manager removed the items . **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site

Basic 5

#1Basic35B-01-4

Basic – Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door leading to mop sink has a noticeable gap under the door.

#2Basic08B-31-4

Basic – Food stored in undrained ice. Observed cooked shrimp stored in small bucket with undrained ice, cooked removed ice from container. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**

Corrective Action TakenRepeat Violation
#3Basic08B-38-4

Basic – Food stored on floor. Observed bottled drinks stored on floor in the bar area , spoke with manager and he said he will get a rack to place them on .

#4Basic12B-13-4

Basic – Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed can of soda for employee in reach in tall reach in cooler closest to the stove , manager moved the soda to appropriate location **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#5Basic14-12-4

Basic – Utensils in poor condition. Observed chipped wooden spoon in dishwashing area , discussed with manager the importance of using undamaged equipment, manager discarded the item. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 18, 2026 7:33 AM.

Violation category totals
Category 2 · Original container, labeling, date marking and consumer advisory
1 observation(s)
Category 4 · Facilities maintain proper food temperature
1 observation(s)
Category 6 · Proper thawing of TCS food
1 observation(s)
Category 9 · Bare-hand contact with ready-to-eat food / AOP
3 observation(s)
Category 13 · Clothing, hair restraints, jewelry and fingernails
1 observation(s)
Category 15 · No longer used
1 observation(s)
Category 36 · Floors, walls, ceilings, attached equipment and ventilation
1 observation(s)
Category 42 · Cleaning and maintenance equipment
3 observation(s)

Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.