Inspection Report

Florida DBPR Inspection Report
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TAQUERIA EL CALENTANOS

5648 BLOUNTSTOWN HWY · TALLAHASSEE · Leon County · FL 32304

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateJuly 24, 2024
Inspection typeRoutine – Food
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionAdministrative complaint recommended
Resultfollow_up_required
Inspection number1293979
Visit number1
Inspection Visit ID8712691
DBPR license4750482

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
2 High Priority2 Intermediate4 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical8 Total
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All DBPR Inspector Observations

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

High Priority 2

#5High Priority35A-02-6

High Priority – Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 7-10 flies in food preparation area. **Warning**

Warning
#6High Priority35A-05-4

High Priority – Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 3 live roaches behind reach in cooler next to three compartment sink. **Warning**

Warning

Intermediate 2

#7Intermediate16-37-1

Intermediate – No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

#8Intermediate53B-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.

Basic 4

#1Basic35A-03-4

Basic – Dead roaches on premises. Observed 8 dead roaches behind reach in cooler next to three compartment sink, 4 dead roaches under steam table, and 1 dead roach under three compartment sink. **Warning**

Warning
#2Basic12B-02-4

Basic – Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee drinking beverage while on cook line while preparing food.

#3Basic24-08-4

Basic – Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried – wet nesting.

#4Basic36-68-5

Basic – Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed heavy grease condensation on ceiling hood. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on October 1, 2026 2:44 PM.

Violation category totals
Category 12 · Handwashing and hygienic practices
1 observation(s)
Category 16 · Dishwashing facilities, test kits and gauges
1 observation(s)
Category 24 · Storage/handling of clean equipment and utensils
1 observation(s)
Category 35 · Pest control / insects / rodents / animals / outer openings
3 observation(s)
Category 36 · Floors, walls, ceilings, attached equipment and ventilation
1 observation(s)
Category 53 · Food manager certification / employee training verification
1 observation(s)

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