GUAC SHOP MEXICAN GRILL
7307 52 PLACE E, Bradenton FL 34203 · 516-274-3380
Last inspected Aug 12, 2026 · 13 visits since July 2023
JUL 24
JAN 25
FEB 26
APR 26
AUG 26
▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections trending up, 22 points better than where it started.
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. Educated Person in charge and emailed Person in charge a copy.
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Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
Aug 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs over unwashed whole lemons.Person in charge removed eggs.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed no handle bowl to dispense salt. Person in charge removed.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee put on hat and washed hands.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed approximately 4. Floor tiles missing in back kitchen area.
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Garbage can located outside has no lid on 1 side of dumpster.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over grill hood filters soiled with grease.
Apr 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.observed in back kitchen area soiled knife in handwashing sink. Person in charge removed knife and washed sink.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.observed wrist watch on employee preparing food.employee removed watch and washed hands.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.observed in back kitchen area food containers wet nesting. Person in charge separated containers.
Garbage can located outside broken.observed dumpster lid broken.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.Person in charge inverted.
Apr 23, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 25, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ The operator applied under file 367667 on 2/7/25.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.observed in handwashing sink soiled utensil in sink.Person in charge removed and cleaned sink.
No plan review submitted and approved for establishment previously licensed by the 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/. Observed changes made to establishment with no plan review submitted.
Ceiling tile missing in back kitchen area over food Food prep table.
Garbage on the pad around dumpster.
In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses.Person in charge placed in dishwasher area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.observed over grill in front kitchen area hood filters soiled with grease.
Open dumpster lid on west end of parking area. Person in charge closed lid.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.observed on front entree line single service not inverted. Person in charge inverted.
Mar 25, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 24, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Observed: Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: 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. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine in back kitchen area. Priority: Basic
Jan 22, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Observed: Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in walk-in cooler falafel mix (69F - Cold Holding) Person in charge stated it was placed in the walk-in cooler on 1/21/25. Educated Person in charge on Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge voluntarily discarded. Observed in reach in cooler in back kitchen area cooked black bean (88F - Cold Holding); cooked pinto beans (86F - Cold Holding) Person in charge stated it was placed in the reach in cooler on 1/21/25. Educated Person in charge on Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge voluntarily discarded. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in walk-in cooler falafel mix (69F - Cold Holding) Person in charge stated it was placed in the walk-in cooler on 1/21/25. Educated Person in charge on Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge voluntarily discarded. Observed in reach in cooler in back kitchen area cooked black bean (88F - Cold Holding); cooked pinto beans (86F - Cold Holding) Person in charge stated it was placed in the reach in cooler on 1/21/25. Educated Person in charge on Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge voluntarily discarded. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in warmer beef (123F - Hot Holding); rice (116F - Hot Holding). Educated Person in charge on Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge reheated rice start time 1:35 end time 2:00pm (170F - Reheating); beef 1:35pm 2:05 pm (172F - Reheating) Priority: High Priority
Observed: Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: 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. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked beef in reach in cooler not date marked. Person in charge stated it was prepared on 1/18/25 and date marked accordingly. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine in back kitchen area. Priority: Basic
Observed: Backflow device not located for convenient service or maintenance access. Backflow device not located for convenient service or maintenance access at mop sink in back kitchen area. Priority: Basic
Observed: Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under fryers and grill. Priority: Basic
Observed: Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Priority: Basic
Observed: Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over grill and fryer hood filters soiled with grease. Priority: Basic
Observed: Open dumpster lid. Person in charge closed lid. Priority: Basic
Observed: Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed: Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry in back kitchen area mop sink. Person in charge inverted mop. Priority: Basic
Jul 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate5 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 walk in cooler In house made Hummus (64F - Cooling) Person in charge stated it was placed in the walk in cooler to cool on 7/24/24. Educated Person in charge on cooling procedures and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge voluntarily discarded Hummus.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed on cooks line raw Chicken over cooked Beef and washed vegetables. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge removed raw Chicken.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in walk in cooler, In house made Hummus (64F - Cooling) Person in charge stated it was placed in the walk in cooler to cool on 7/24/24. Educated Person in charge on cooling procedures and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge voluntarily discarded Hummus.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed in back kitchen area food slicer soiled with dried food particles. Person in charge cleaned and sanitized slicer.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed in back kitchen area no chemical test kit for quaternary.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine in back kitchen area.
Backflow device not located for convenient service or maintenance access at mop sink in back kitchen area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation on grill line. Employee put on hat and washed hands.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over grill and fryer hood filters soiled with grease. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry in back kitchen area mop sink. Person in charge inverted mop.
Mar 8, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in Reach in cooler in front kitchen area Cooked Beef (47F - Cold Holding); Hummus (48F - Cold Holding). Person in charge stated they were placed in the Reach in cooler on 3/7/2024. Person in charge stated that they had heavy catering in the morning and had the cooler doors open multiple times. Person in charge moved all the food to the Walk in cooler and called for repair.
Backflow device not located for convenient service or maintenance access. Observed: Backflow device not located for convenient service or maintenance access on mop sink in back kitchen area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Food stored on floor. Observed container of Onion salad and Hummus stored on floor in Walk in cooler. Person in charge removed from floor.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster on West side of parking area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in main kitchen area over Grill soiled hood filter with grease
Feb 27, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Priority: High Priority
Observed: Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in back kitchen area Walk in cooler raw Shell Eggs over Ready to eat cream sauce. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge removed raw Shell Eggs. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in front kitchen area steam table warming unit Chicken (113F - Reheating); Beef (68F - Reheating). Person in charge stated they placed the Beef and the Chicken from the Reach in cooler in the steam table warming unit at 10:45am. Educated Person in charge on reheating procedures and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge voluntarily discharged both items. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. Observed in front kitchen area steam table warming unit Chicken (113F - Reheating); Beef (68F - Reheating). Person in charge stated they placed the Beef and the Chicken from the Reach in cooler in the steam table warming unit at 10:45am. Educated Person in charge on reheating procedures and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge voluntarily discharged both items. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed in main kitchen area Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine Over 200ppm). Educated Person in charge on Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine Retested 100ppm) Priority: High Priority
Observed: No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed in back kitchen area above Reach in cooler and Reach in freezer 3 ceiling tile with gaps. Priority: Basic
Observed: Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed multiple employees with bracelets and watches engaging in food preparation in front and back kitchen area. Person in charge had all employees remove bracelets, watches and wash hands. Priority: Basic
Observed: Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed in front and back kitchen area floors soiled with food debris behind cooking equipment and food preparation tables. Priority: Basic
Observed: Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster behind building on West end of building. Priority: Basic
Observed: Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in front kitchen area over grill hood filters soiled with grease. Priority: Basic
Observed: Open dumpster lid behind building on west side of building. Person in charge closed dumpster lid. Priority: Basic
Nov 1, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority5 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in Walk in cooler raw Shell Eggs over salad dressing. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge removed raw shell Eggs
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No color/concentration comparison chart available for chemical test kit used to check sanitizer.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in front kitchen area. Person in charge filled paper towels.
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 printed a copy for Person in charge. Person in charge had employees fill out form. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Alexis and Tatum
Backflow device not located for convenient service or maintenance access. Observed: Backflow device not located for convenient service or maintenance access on mop sink in back kitchen area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation in front kitchen area. Employee put on beard guard.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation in front kitchen area. Employee put on hair restraint and washed hands.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster on West side of parking lot.
Multiple Food items stored on floor in Walk in cooler. Person in charge removed all from floor.
No copy of latest inspection report available. No copy of latest inspection report available. 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. Observed on front service line to go container not inverted. Observed by fountain beverage area unwrapped forks,knifes not inverted. Employee inverted all SS items.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry by mop sink in back area of kitchen. Person in charge inverted mop.
Jul 5, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in Walk in cooler raw Chicken over raw Beef steak. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed a copy to Person in charge. Person in charge removed raw Chicken.
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. Educated Person in charge and emailed Person in charge a copy.
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 emailed Person in charge a copy.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed in front service dining area by fountain beverage ice dispenser shoot soiled with mold like substance.
Backflow device not located for convenient service or maintenance access on mop sink in back kitchen area.
Employee eating while preparing food. Observed on food preparation table on cooks line in front kitchen area Gyro on food preparation table half eaten. Educated Person in charge. Person in charge discarded and washed hands.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed on person preparing food watch on right hand. Educated Person in charge. Employee removed watch.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit on cooks line. Educated Person in charge. Person in charge. Person in charge put on stove in water at 158°F
No copy of latest inspection report available. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed in back area of kitchen multiple boxes of SS food containers stored on floor.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed under water that was barely running/dripping in back kitchen area. Educated Person in charge. Person in charge drained water and placed in Walk in cooler.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry by mop sink in back area of kitchen. Person in charge inverted mop.
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.