TACO EXPRESS #2
With 2 documented inspections, TACO EXPRESS #2 in ZOLFO SPRINGS has achieved a 1.3/5 food safety rating. Recent inspections show improving food safety practices.
Last inspection: 2y 2mo ago · 2 reports on file
330 6th Avenue
Florida, 33890
Hardee County County
Overall Food Safety Rating
★☆☆☆☆ (1.3/5)
Based on 2 health inspection reports
All Inspection Reports
1/5/2024· 2y 2mo ago
Visit ID: 8449041
Met Inspection Standards1 high, 1 int, 7 basic
- 24-27-4:Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Corrected On-Site
- 40-06-5:Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone stored on prep table. Operator removed item. Corrected On-Site
- 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed old food debris collected outside exterior door on walkway.
- 10-01-5:Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle of scoop in salt in bulk container.
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters not cleaned as necessary. Grease dripping from exterior of grease collection tray.
- 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed onion and pineapple each cut in half and stored on open rack inside reachin cooler with no protection from contamination.
- 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Operator supplied sanitizer bucket and placed cloth in solution. Corrected On-Site
- 14-31-5:High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 11-26-1:Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Observed one employee hired one week ago with no proof of Health reporting responsibility. Operator had employee read and sign and date form during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
7/19/2023· 2y 7mo ago
Visit ID: 8355336
Met Inspection Standards1 high, 4 int, 5 basic
- 40-06-5:Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed coins and phones on shelf over open prep table. Manager moved to another location. Corrected On-Site
- 36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed area under 3 bay sink where floor tiles were missing, wall cove molding missing and plumbing lines cause excessive build up of debris. Not easily cleanable.
- 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed old food debris in crevices of interior of microwave. Corrected On-Site
- 51-13-4:Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of ice machine lid has old food debris splash on exterior. Manager cleaned and sanitized during inspection. Corrected On-Site
- 29-34-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
- 11-27-4:Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Inspector provided during inspection via email. Corrected On-Site
- 32-11-5:Intermediate - Lack of toilet tissue at each toilet. Manager added. Corrected On-Site
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Manager added paper towels. Corrected On-Site
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink at mens restroom. Manager added . Corrected On-Site