GALLO LOCO
4103 FL-574, Plant City FL 33563 · 813-763-0518
Last inspected May 6, 2026 · 13 visits since July 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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
May 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On make line
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood builders sorted with accumulated debris
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jan 28, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on make line
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Jul 8, 2025□ 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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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing Hand sink at bar had discarded limes and straws and cups.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of oil on the floor in kitchen.
May 15, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing Hand sink at bar had discarded limes and straws and cups.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Cynthia Najera
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of oil on the floor in kitchen.
Feb 18, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 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.
Dec 17, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken, stored over portioned dressings in reach in cooler. Employee moved
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.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Burgers and ribeyes on printed menu or online menu
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Printed and posted Spanish and English consumer advisory
Feb 22, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded.
0 High priority6 Intermediate2 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.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Spoke with owner James and certificate is locked in office.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. On cook line
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. Certificates locked in office
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink. On cook line
Food stored on floor. Cases of oil on floor
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken and beef thawing in sink
Dec 19, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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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/. Reviewed previous plan layout from prior ownership. Ice machine moved inside and is to right side of bar. Hand sink added to left side of ice machine. Soda station with ice well added to right side of ice machine. 2 Additional ice wells added at bar and hand sink at bar was removed
Equipment in poor repair. Observed three compartment sink held up with unsealed wooden legs
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan covers in walk in cooler soiled
Oct 31, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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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/. Reviewed previous plan layout from prior ownership. Ice machine moved inside and is to right side of bar. Hand sink added to left side of ice machine. Soda station with ice well added to right side of ice machine. 2 Additional ice wells added at bar and hand sink at bar was removed
Equipment in poor repair. Observed three compartment sink held up with unsealed wooden legs
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan covers in walk in cooler soiled
Oct 24, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. At Bar
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/. Reviewed previous plan layout from prior ownership. Ice machine moved inside and is to right side of bar. Hand sink added to left side of ice machine. Soda station with ice well added to right side of ice machine. 2 Additional ice wells added at bar and hand sink at bar was removed
Equipment in poor repair. Observed three compartment sink held up with unsealed wooden legs
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan covers in walk in cooler soiled
Oct 16, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. At Bar
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/. Reviewed previous plan layout from prior ownership. Ice machine moved inside and is to right side of bar. Hand sink added to left side of ice machine. Soda station with ice well added to right side of ice machine. 2 Additional ice wells added at bar and hand sink at bar was removed
Equipment in poor repair. Observed three compartment sink held up with unsealed wooden legs
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan covers in walk in cooler soiled
Oct 13, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in cooler: cut tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding); shredded mozzarella (47F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (46F - Cold Holding); milk (46F - Cold Holding).
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.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. At Bar
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Employee gave name of James the Manager
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/. Reviewed previous plan layout from prior ownership. Ice machine moved inside and is to right side of bar. Hand sink added to left side of ice machine. Soda station with ice well added to right side of ice machine. 2 Additional ice wells added at bar and hand sink at bar was removed
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. Employee unable to access as they are locked up in office and no manager on site.
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.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed three compartment sink held up with unsealed wooden legs
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. On cook line
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan covers in walk in cooler soiled
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw beef thawing on three compartment sink. Employee moved to walk in cooler to thaw
Jul 20, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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.