THE TACO KING CORP

Food safety records indicate THE TACO KING CORP in BRADENTON has 7 inspections with a 3.6/5 overall rating. Recent inspections show improving food safety practices.

Last inspection: 1 months ago · 7 reports on file

Cortez Road West
Florida, 34210
Manatee County County

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★★½☆ (3.6/5)
Based on 7 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

3/12/2026· 1mo ago

Visit ID: 13649286

Met Inspection Standards

1 basic

  • 14-33-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employees. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-12: **Time Extended**

3/11/2026· 1mo ago

Visit ID: 13549157

Facility Temporarily Closed

1 high, 1 int, 3 basic

  • 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. : Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.observed microwave soiled with dried food particles. Person in charge cleaned oven.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in reach in cooler gaskets soiled with mold like substance.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 14-33-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employees. Warning
  • 27-12-4:High Priority - Establishment operating with no potable running water. observed water from handwashing sink and three compartment sink appears to have green like particles coming through the faucets. Warning
  • 28-09-5:Intermediate - Mobile food dispensing vehicle disposing liquid waste improperly. Observed waste water is draining on ground next to Food Truck. Warning

10/14/2025· 6mo ago

Visit ID: 10879177

Met Inspection Standards

4 basic

  • 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.observed microwave soiled with dried food particles. Person in charge cleaned oven. Corrected On-Site
  • 51-18-6:Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.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 in reach in cooler gaskets soiled with mold like substance.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Repeat Violation
  • 14-33-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employees. Repeat Violation

2/5/2025· 1y 2mo ago

Visit ID: 8874625

Met Inspection Standards

1 high, 1 int, 3 basic

  • 51-18-6:Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the empl
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in reach in cooler gaskets soiled with mold like substance.
  • 14-33-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employees. Repeat Violation
  • 03B-01-6:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on food preparation table cooked onions and peppers (124F - Hot Holding).educated Person in charge on hot holding Time/temperature control for safety food.Person in charge placed back on the grill to reheat. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled with mold like substance. Person in charge cleaned and sanitized. Corrected On-Site

8/28/2024· 1y 7mo ago

Visit ID: 8708717

Met Inspection Standards

4 basic

  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bottle soda and water stored on floor.
  • 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation food debris.
  • 51-18-6:Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Repeat Violation
  • 14-33-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Repeat Violation

1/30/2024· 2y 2mo ago

Visit ID: 8485024

Met Inspection Standards

3 basic

  • 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with dried food particles. Person in charge cleaned microwave and sanitized. Corrected On-Site
  • 51-18-6:Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
  • 14-33-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed Reach in cooler shelves are rusted and pitted. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Repeat Violation

8/28/2023· 2y 7mo ago

Visit ID: 8330986

Met Inspection Standards

1 high, 2 basic

  • 13-03-4:Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Person in charge put on hair restraint and washed hands. Corrected On-Site
  • 14-33-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed Reach in cooler shelves are rusted and pitted. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Repeat Violation
  • 12A-07-5:High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee put on his shoe,put on gloves and started preparing food and failed to wash hands. Educated employee on Handwashing and glove use. Employee removed soiled gloves,washed hands and put on clean gloves. Corrected On-Site