La Quinta Inn & Suites Clearwater South
Last inspected: Mar 30, 2026
82
Score
Across the available record, La Quinta Inn & Suites Clearwater South has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2022. La Quinta Inn & Suites Clearwater South was last inspected on Mar 30, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around two violations lately and about six violations before that.
Looking across the full record, “observed” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.
That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Clearwater restaurants. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
7
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 30, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Tested at 0ppm. Operator added sanitizer to sink. Measuring 200ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-30: **Time Extended**
22-43-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Uncleanable knife block in use to store knives in kitchen next to microwaves. Operator removed from kitchen **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-30: **Time Extended**
14-55-4
82
Mar 19, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Tested at 0ppm. Operator added sanitizer to sink. Measuring 200ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-43-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. All expired on 3/17/2026. **Warning**
53B-05-5
Basic - Uncleanable knife block in use to store knives in kitchen next to microwaves. Operator removed from kitchen **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-55-4
74
Jun 10, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 8, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Jayesh Chauhan CFM expired on 02-19-2025. Only CFM employed at establishment. **Warning**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Date of Birth missing in Food Handler training Certification for Beatris Lucas. **Warning**
53B-10-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Jeff Baker expired training on 09-26-2021. **Warning**
53B-14-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing in kitchen. **Warning**
36-36-4
Basic - Uncleanable knife block in use to store knives. **Warning**
14-55-4
67
Dec 11, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
52
Dec 27, 2022
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
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High Priority - Observed: Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -boiled eggs (45F - Cold Holding) Items was not held out for more than 4 hours Discussed Time as a public health control form or icing properly with operator during time of inspection. **Warning** Priority: High Priority
03A-02-5
High Priority - Observed: Container of medicine improperly stored. -first aid kit with medicinal items next to food served to the public in cupboard above three compartment sink **Repeat Violation** **Warning** Priority: High Priority
41-07-4
Intermediate - Observed: 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. **Warning** Priority: Intermediate
53B-01-5
Basic - Observed: Single-service articles improperly stored. -coffee filters in kitchen area not covered -to-go containers boxes on floor in dry storage area **Repeat Violation** **Warning** Priority: Basic
25-05-4
Basic - Observed: Establishment using sponges on cleaned and sanitized, or in-use food-contact surface. -at three compartment sink **Repeat Violation** **Warning** Priority: Basic
21-23-4
Basic - Observed: Ice buildup in reach-in freezer chest in dry storage area **Warning** Priority: Basic
14-69-4
Basic - Observed: No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. -refrigerator in dry storage area **Warning** Priority: Basic
05-09-4
Basic - Observed: Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -exterior of juice station nozzles have accumulation of juice residue **Warning** Priority: Basic
23-03-4
Basic - Observed: Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. -employee beverage in refrigerator in kitchen area **Warning** Priority: Basic
12B-13-4
50
Nov 4, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - First aid kid stored next to food items in cupboard above three compartment sink
41-07-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-2
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw shell eggs over yogurt in refrigerator Discussed proper hierarchy with operator during time of inspection. Operator rearranged during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -bags of bagels in hand sink Employee moved items during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. -quaternary
16-37-1
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -soda fountain nozzles at front have accumulation of residue
22-02-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. -in kitchen area to the right of the refrigerator **Repeat Violation**
36-24-5
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. -coffee filters in kitchen area are not covered -boxes of to-go items on the floor in dry storage room **Repeat Violation**
25-05-4
Basic - Establishment using sponges on cleaned and sanitized, or in-use food-contact surface. -sponge at three compartment sink
21-23-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was La Quinta Inn & Suites Clearwater South last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at La Quinta Inn & Suites Clearwater South on file is from Mar 30, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at La Quinta Inn & Suites Clearwater South?
Across the inspection record, “observed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at La Quinta Inn & Suites Clearwater South.
How does La Quinta Inn & Suites Clearwater South compare to other restaurants in Clearwater?
La Quinta Inn & Suites Clearwater South most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Clearwater average of 79.
Has La Quinta Inn & Suites Clearwater South's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at La Quinta Inn & Suites Clearwater South have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at La Quinta Inn & Suites Clearwater South means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is La Quinta Inn & Suites Clearwater South inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, La Quinta Inn & Suites Clearwater South is inspected around two times per year on average.
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