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EL TACO LOCO

EL TACO LOCO has 7 health inspections on file for its BRADENTON location, with an overall rating of 3.7/5. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.

Last inspection: 2 weeks ago · 7 reports on file

6103 28 ST E STE G

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★★½☆ (3.7/5)
Based on 7 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

3/29/2026· 2w ago

Visit ID: 13644534

Met Inspection Standards

2 int, 2 basic

  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor.observed in main kitchen area tortillas stored on floor. Person in charge removed. Corrected On-Site
  • 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. observed in main kitchen area microwave soiled with dried food particles.Person in charge cleaned microwave. Corrected On-Site
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. observed dishes in handwashing sink. Person in charge remove dishes. Corrected On-Site
  • 53B-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. Bertha

3/4/2026· 1mo ago

Visit ID: 10888277

Met Inspection Standards

2 basic

  • 35A-03-4:Basic - Dead roaches on premises.observed 1 dead cockroach near stove Person in charge cleaned and sanitized floor. Corrected On-Site
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in main kitchen area reach in cooler gasket soiled with mold like substance.

7/16/2025· 9mo ago

Visit ID: 10838556

Follow-up Inspection Required

1 int

  • 53A-01-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-16: No proof of certified food manager Admin Complaint

5/13/2025· 11mo ago

Visit ID: 8883056

Follow-up Inspection Required

2 int, 1 basic

  • 50-03-4:Basic - Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.observed slicer soiled with dried foods.Person in charge cleaned slicer. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 53A-01-7:Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Warning

9/8/2024· 1y 7mo ago

Visit ID: 8710033

Met Inspection Standards

3 int, 4 basic

  • 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Repeat Violation
  • 13-04-4:Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee put on guard and washed hands. Corrected On-Site
  • 50-03-4:Basic - Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Repeat Violation
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over grill and fryer hood filters soiled with grease.
  • 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink block with chairs and clean dishes. Person in charge removed all. Corrected On-Site
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Repeat Violation
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Person in charge filled soap dispenser. Corrected On-Site

4/9/2024· 2y ago

Visit ID: 8552061

Met Inspection Standards

1 high, 1 int, 4 basic

  • 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
  • 50-03-4:Basic - Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed door handle soiled with dried food particles Reach in freezer.
  • 33-16-4:Basic - Open dumpster lid on south End of parking area. Person in charge closed lid. Corrected On-Site
  • 22-39-4:High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer in spray bottle not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine Over 200ppm) Person in charge diluted with water and Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine Retested 100ppm) Corrected On-Site
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

11/14/2023· 2y 5mo ago

Visit ID: 8332266

Met Inspection Standards

3 basic

  • 36-17-5:Basic - Approximately 9 Floor tiles in disrepair throughout kitchen area.
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed next to warming unit cooking oil stored on floor. Person in charge removed oil from floor.
  • 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed in main kitchen area microwave soiled with dried food particles. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Repeat Violation