CHARLIE'S TAQUERIA
3250 DESOTO RD · SARASOTA · Sarasota County · FL 34234
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
9 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 2
03A-02-5High 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**
41-10-4High 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**
Intermediate 3
31A-09-4Intermediate – 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-07-6Intermediate – 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-01-5Intermediate – 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**
Basic 4
08B-38-4Basic – Food stored on floor. Several containers of food stored on the floor in the MFDV. **Warning**
31B-04-4Basic – No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. **Warning**
08B-54-4Basic – 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**
21-07-4Basic – 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**
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on September 26, 2026 11:54 AM.
Violation category totals
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2 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
2 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
2 observation(s)
Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.