Chinelos Taqueria
Last inspected: Dec 5, 2025
55
Score
Chinelos Taqueria appears in inspection records 10 times, starting in 2022. On Dec 5, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around five violations lately and about eight violations before that.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “no paper towels”, showing up two times.
The city-wide average sits at 61, which Chinelos Taqueria's 55 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
10
Inspections
2
Critical latest
3
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 5, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Quaternary sanitizer bucket testing at 500+ PPM. The employee diluted chemical with water and quaternary sanitizer is now testing at 200 PPM. **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw frozen fish stored over frozen ground beef. Items reorganized. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing at hand sink in front kitchen cook line area. Paper towels stocked. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Missing at hand sink in front kitchen cook line area. Soap stocked. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
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. Observed employee training certificate for Concepcion A. completion date 1/18/2023 through Premier Food Safety. No other training could be provided.
53B-13-5
55
Apr 11, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained with food debris. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-07: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-11: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-07: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-11: **Time Extended**
53B-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-07: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-11: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored in a prohibited area next to the restaurants **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-07: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-11: **Time Extended**
08B-37-4
74
Apr 7, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Chlorine 0ppm. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-07: Operator stated that Ecolab is waiting for a part to fix the dish machine. Operator has 3 compartment sink set up. **Time Extended**
22-41-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained with food debris. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-07: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-07: **Time Extended**
53B-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-07: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored in a prohibited area next to the restaurants **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-07: **Time Extended**
08B-37-4
64
Mar 27, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Chlorine 0ppm. **Warning**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained with food debris. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. **Warning**
53B-09-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License 2-1-2025 **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Food stored in a prohibited area next to the restaurants **Warning**
08B-37-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe under dish machine. **Warning**
29-11-4
55
Dec 16, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
70
Apr 26, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over cooked onions in prep cooler in kitchen, chicken removed **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Bucket in hand sink in kitchen , removed **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Ice in hand sink in rear prep room
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Cooler handle soiled
23-24-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cook line **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer
14-69-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Behind front counter
10-08-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle in seasoning bin, removed **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cooler gaskets soiled **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
43
Dec 8, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
20
Sep 18, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
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. - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-18: No proof of employee training at the time of this callback inspection report. **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
90
Jun 28, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over watermelon. Manager moved beef below watermelon. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. To go containers on top of hand sink in dish room. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Victor Vergara is manager. No food mamager certification.
53A-02-7
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Manager placed paper towels at sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
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.
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Soap provided at all other hand sinks. Manager will buy more soap for hand sinks.
31B-03-4
52
Oct 19, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Chinelos Taqueria last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Chinelos Taqueria on file is from Dec 5, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Chinelos Taqueria?
Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Chinelos Taqueria.
How does Chinelos Taqueria compare to other restaurants in Kenneth City?
Chinelos Taqueria most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Kenneth City average of 61.
Has Chinelos Taqueria's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Chinelos Taqueria have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Chinelos Taqueria means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Chinelos Taqueria inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Chinelos Taqueria is inspected around three times per year on average.
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