CARNES Y TACOS DEL SUR LLC
11101 US HWY 41 S, Gibsonton FL 33534 · 813-495-5527
Last inspected Aug 14, 2026 · 8 visits since June 2024
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5 inspections trending up, 14 points better than where it started.
Raw sewage on ground of establishment. Waste water pipe draining onto ground. Employee fixed pipe and water is no longer going onto ground.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 14, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Oyster tags.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Bottom of reach in freezer soiled.
Aug 13, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw sewage on ground of establishment. Waste water pipe draining onto ground. Employee fixed pipe and water is no longer going onto ground.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Oyster tags.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Spoon in hand wash sink.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Bottom of reach in freezer soiled.
Jan 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Oyster tags not date marked.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Manager replaced at time of inspection.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Container with no handle in sugar.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife between prep table and wall.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Spoon handle in chili powder.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Paper plates not inverted over reach in freezer.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed strawberries over corn in reach in cooler.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container of sugar not labeled.
Jul 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee wash and rinse dishes without sanitizing. Manager set up sanitizer and began sanitizing dishes.
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed employee go from washing dishes to preparing food without washing hands. Discussed proper hand washing.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. For oyster tags.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on prep cooler.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee wash dishes in handwash sink.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on prep table.
Food stored on floor. Mangos on floor.
Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Paper plates not inverted above reach in freezer.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking pipe under 3 compartment sink. Manager placed bucket to collect water.
Apr 30, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 2/1/2025.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish over onions and limes in reach in cooler.
Clams/mussels/oysters tag removed from original container prior to container being emptied. Tag not with oysters, manager placed tag with oysters at time of inspection.
Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. For oysters.
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. For new hire, employee signed at time of inspection.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife between handwash sink and wall.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Paper plates not inverted above reach in freezer.
Oct 29, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Bug spray on shelf with food.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwash sink.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Paper bowl not inverted.
Oct 28, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. Parasite destruction not provided for Tilapia served raw. Non-exempt fish may not be served raw or undercooked. Consumer Advisory must be in place.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Watermelon 45 F in reach in cooler. Employee placed to bottom of reach in cooler at time of inspection.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Bug spray on shelf with food.
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. Sent to operator at time of inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwash sink.
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. Employees signed at time of inspection.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employees bag on prep table, employee removed at time of inspection.
Food stored on floor. Water bottles on floor.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Paper bowl not inverted.
Jun 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. For chlorine.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. To go boxes not inverted.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.