EL TACOLGANDO
7001 N HIMES AVE, Tampa FL 33614 · 813-597-4570
Last inspected May 14, 2026 · 10 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 2/1/2026 establishment is open and operating, serving the public.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $520
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025084007 | Sep 3, 2025 | Jan 5, 2026 | $160 |
| 3--2021043227 | Aug 5, 2021 | Nov 8, 2021 | $360 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
May 14, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 2/1/2026 establishment is open and operating, serving the public.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw eggs stored over ready to eat bread in tall refrigerator, operator moved items to appropriate location.
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 operator a vomiting and diarrheal clean up poster at time of inspection.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. FOD manager for Jose Tepale expired 05/04/2026
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.on prep table across from the triple sink,
Mobile food dispensing vehicle connected to utilities on more than a temporary basis. Operator has MFDV hard plumbed with PVC line on the property, a waste tank is in place, the fresh water tank has been removed.
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.
Portable water tank not enclosed or sloped to drain properly. MFDV Fresh water tank removed,and missing.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. 2 containers of unwashed mushrooms over ready to eat bread in tall refrigerator, operator moved items to appropriate location.
Nov 3, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Multiple cutting boards soiled inside MFDV.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. 2 Reach in freezers added, Employee handwash sink relocated to right side of three compartment sink. No plans submitted to plan review.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled chemical spray bottle stored beneath cash register.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Multiple cutting boards in MFDV.
Sep 3, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Raw beef 47F in Reach in cooler from 9/2/25, hot dog 51F in Reach in cooler from 8/31/25.
Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Broken ambient thermometer in frosted glass Reach in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Multiple cutting boards soiled inside MFDV.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. 2 Reach in freezers added, Employee handwash sink relocated to right side of three compartment sink. No plans submitted to plan review.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled chemical spray bottle stored beneath cash register.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Multiple cutting boards in MFDV.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee water bottle in prep table adjacent to fryers.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Located in flip top Reach in cooler.
May 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Raw breaded steak stored over canned sodas in Reach in cooler. Raw frozen steak stored over frozen bread in Reach in freezer. Raw beef patties stored over tortillas in Reach in cooler. Operator relocated all items during time of inspection.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked beef tongues and intestines in Reach in cooler not date marked.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of fryer and flattop griddle are soiled with debris.
Mar 25, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Raw breaded beef stored in shopping bags. Operator removed beef and wrapped in aluminum foil during time of inspection.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Multiple cutting boards has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of fryer and flattop griddle are soiled with debris.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall surrounding fryers, flattop grill, three compartment sink are soiled.
Jan 13, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Raw breaded beef stored in shopping bags. Operator removed beef and wrapped in aluminum foil during time of inspection.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. 2 packages of raw bacon stored over bottles of water and soda in Reach in cooler. Operator relocated bacon during time of inspection. Discussed with operator not to store raw foods over Ready to eat foods.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Bag of shredded mozzarella in Reach in cooler not date marked. Operator added date mark during time of inspection.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Sheet pan placed over Employee handwash sink. Operator removed sheet pan during time of inspection.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Shredded lettuce in Reach in cooler. Cooked shredded pork, cooked ground beef, refried beans, and multiple items in Reach in cooler not date marked. Operator added date mark during time of inspection.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Multiple cutting boards has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of fryer and flattop griddle are soiled with debris.
Stored food not covered. Pineapple in rice not covered. Operator covered pineapples during time of inspection.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed mushrooms stored over Ready to eat hotdogs in Reach in cooler. Operator relocated mushrooms to an approved location during time of inspection.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall surrounding fryers, flattop grill, three compartment sink are soiled.
Mar 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. No date markings on cooked beef,pork,rice inside refrigerator. Owner added proper dates to items.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. No hood filters overtop grill.
Sep 14, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 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.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
Sep 12, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Establishment operating with no potable running water. No fresh water tank on food truck. The truck has a plumbing line that goes underground from the truck's location to the back of the commissary water system.
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.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle connected to utilities on more than a temporary basis. No fresh water tank on truck operator using a pvc white pipe system that travels from the food truck to the commissary water plumbing system in back of car wash.
Sep 6, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Establishment operating with no potable running water. No fresh water tank on food truck. The truck has a plumbing line that goes underground from the truck's location to the back of the commissary water system.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw bacon over drinks glass reach in cooler employee removed to proper storage
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Chlorine sanitizer too strong above 100 plus operator remade to 100 ppm
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed hands in hand sink after going over the importance of hand washing
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 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. Cook chicken no date mark reach in glass cooler. Employee placed date mark
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Employee eating candy on line
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle connected to utilities on more than a temporary basis. No fresh water tank on truck operator using a pvc white pipe system that travels from the food truck to the commissary water plumbing system in back of car wash.
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.