CHILANGO'S TACOS
2230 MANATEE AVE E, Bradenton FL 34208
Last inspected Jan 22, 2026 · 7 visits since November 2023
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▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
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.printed a copy to Person in charge
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2022020637 | Apr 25, 2022 | May 12, 2022 | $400 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jan 22, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled with dried food particles.
Stored soft tortillas not covered.Person in charge covered.
Jan 22, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 14, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.observed in entree make station cutting board soiled with mold like substance. Person in charge cleaned boards.
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.
Mar 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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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.printed a copy to Person in charge
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. Printed a copy to Person in charge.all employees working read and signed agreements.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area.observed on food prep table open cup of beverage. Employee discarded.
Food stored on floor. Observed ice stored on floor.person in charge removed from floor.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination over reach in cooler. Person in charge inverted.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Oct 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed in reach in cooler across from hot food line cooked pinto beans (58F - Cooling) Educated person in charge on cooling procedures and emailed person in charge a copy of the handout in English and Spanish. Person in charge voluntarily discarded.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in reach in cooler across from hot food line cooked pinto beans (58F - Cooling) Educated person in charge on cooling procedures and emailed person in charge a copy of the handout in English and Spanish.
Food stored on floor. Observed bottle water stored on floor.person in charge removed from floor.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of food debris. Person in charge cleaned microwave. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination over reach in cooler. Person in charge inverted
Feb 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed above food preparation table Raw Shell Egg (60F - Cold Holding) Person in charge stated that they had been out at room temperature since 2/5/24. Educated Person in charge on Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge voluntarily discarded Shell Eggs.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed above food preparation table Raw Shell Egg (60F - Cold Holding) Person in charge stated that they had been out at room temperature since 2/5/24. Educated Person in charge on Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge voluntarily discarded Shell Eggs.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Person in charge filled soap dispenser.
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 and sanitized. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Nov 3, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in Reach in cooler in main kitchen area raw shell Eggs over ready to eat tomato salsa. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout in Spanish and English. Person in charge removed raw shell Eggs.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed on entree make station cutting board stained with food particles.
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. Educated Person in charge and Person in charge read handout and signed and dated handout.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed over Reach in cooler microwave soiled with dried food particles.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over fryers and Grill soiled hood filters with grease. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
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.