Taqueria La Carreta

1379 Marcum Rd, Lakeland, FL 33810
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Nov 20, 2025
70
Score
Medium Risk

Taqueria La Carreta has a thin inspection record, with only two visits on file so far. The most recent report on file is from Nov 20, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around zero violations to closer to three violations per visit.

That's lower than the typical Lakeland restaurant, which scores around 86. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

2
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 20, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade hose conveying potable water. Observed red hose used for potable water not food grade.
29-04-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. No proof of any food management certification. Observed for Julio P.**Repeat Violation** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
53A-01-7
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. No proof of any training. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
70
May 5, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taqueria La Carreta last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taqueria La Carreta on file is from Nov 20, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Taqueria La Carreta compare to other restaurants in Lakeland?

Taqueria La Carreta most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Lakeland average of 86.

Has Taqueria La Carreta's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Taqueria La Carreta have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Taqueria La Carreta means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.