EL COCHILOCO TACOS AND MORE RESTAURANT
1385 S BELCHER RD, Largo FL 33771 · 7276452856
Last inspected Apr 21, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 42 points off where it started.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment is open and operating. License expired on 02-01-2025.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Apr 21, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
Displayed cookies not properly protected from contamination at front counter. Operator wrapped items with plastic wrap.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shell eggs stored over unwashed whole tomatoes. Operator rearranged eggs to bottom.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. WD 40 lubricant spray stored over paper bags on microwave. Operator relocated spray to bottom shelf with chemicals.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on make table stained.
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Rear handwashing sink next to 3 compartment sink blocked by trash can. Operator relocated trash can.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Water measuring 81F. Operator turned hot water on. Measuring 110F.
No soap provided at handwash sink at rear 3 compartment sink. Operator provided soap at sink.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Water measuring 81F. Operator turned hot water on. Measuring 110F.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between prep tables next to entry to kitchen. Operator relocated knife to magnetic board.
Very slow draining water in handwash sink next to 3 compartment sink.
Jan 7, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on reach-in cooler on cooks line is stained with black substance.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Equipment in poor repair. Shelf in warewashing area is rusted. Torn gasket on right side reach-in cooler door located across from gas stove in kitchen.
Unpackaged food in an unprotected refrigerator in path to customer restroom.
Nov 6, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority5 Intermediate11 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored above batter in refrigerator located near ice machine in kitchen. Employee placed raw shell eggs on bottom shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. From prep table in kitchen. Employee placed rice in reach-in freezer. Re checked temp reading a. cooked white rice (67F - Cold Holding) 59f
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Emmanuel De Dios CFM expired on 07-07-2025.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on reach-in cooler on cooks line is stained with black substance.
Handwash sink in warewashing area used to store mop dust pan, and plastic container inside bowl. Employee removed items from bowl of hand wash sink.
No handwash sink for employees in kitchen. Hand wash sink located in warewashing area is missing faucet and no running water. Only hand wash sink located in restroom. Operator arrived and replaced water faucet at hand wash sink. Hand wash sink is operational. Hot water 89f.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No running water at hand wash sink in warewashing area. No other hand wash sink in vicinity. Operator replaced faucet on hand wash sink. Checked temperature on hot water reading 89f
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee keys on prep table in kitchen. Employee removed keys. Cleaned and sanitized the area.
Equipment in poor repair. Shelf in warewashing area is rusted. Torn gasket on right side reach-in cooler door located across from gas stove in kitchen.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Hand wash sink in warewashing area missing faucet. No running water. Operator replaced faucet on hand wash sink. Checked temperature on hot water reading 89f.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice in ice bin located near warewashing area. Employee removed ice scoop.
In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave used more than 24 hours ago is soiled with food debris.
Old blue label stuck to food container on shelf in warewashing area.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand wash sink in warewashing area missing faucet. No running water. Operator replaced faucet on hand wash sink. Checked temperature on hot water reading 89f.
Single-service containers not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Located on top of microwave in kitchen.
Unpackaged food in an unprotected refrigerator in path to customer restroom.
Apr 18, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 17 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate11 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee washing dishes in three-compartment sink washing, rinsing, then placing on shelf without sanitizing. Discussed with operator proper warewashing procedures. Operator items from shelf to re wash and sanitize. Will email DBPR Form 5025-010. Manual Dishwashing Procedure.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment is open and operating. License expired on 02-01-2025.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. From reach-in cooler on cooks line at 11:00am. Employee placed items in ice bath. Rechecked temps at 11:47am a. cut tomatoes (53F - Cold Holding); 43f b. sliced cheese (55F - Cold Holding); 40f c. hot dogs (48F - Cold Holding) 36f
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Water hose connected to water faucet in warewashing area without vacuum breaker.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on reach-in cooler on cooks line soiled with food buildup between cracks.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Cardboard used to line bottom shelf of prep table on cooks line.
Cutting board on reach-in cooler has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee water bottle stored on shelf with clean plates above reach-in cooler on cooks line. Employee removed water bottler. Discussed cleaning and sanitizing area.
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 in kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gasket on left reach-in cooler door on cooks line. Shelf used to store pot and pans above three-compartment is rusted.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice in ice bin near three-compartment sink. Employee removed scoop.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Employee removed tongs.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled gaskets on reach-in cooler doors.
Reach-in cooler on cooks line interior have accumulation of soil residues.
Unpackaged food in an unprotected cooler in a customer/nonsecure area across from restroom. Discussed with operator securing cooling.
Jan 30, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 12, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate0 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.
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.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Been cooked yesterday in reach in cooler not date marked employee put date mark on
Apr 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 12, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand washing sink used for drying a large cooking pot. Manager moved
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Inside green salsa
Food stored in undrained ice. Fish and shrimp on prep table.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner.fish and shrimp in containers on prep table near sink. Manger put in fridge
Sep 6, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. By 3 compartment sink
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.
Backflow device not located for convenient service or maintenance access. At mop sink
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.