LAS MORENITAS LLC
5027 15TH ST E, Bradenton FL 34203 · 8632446836
Last inspected Feb 7, 2026 · 8 visits since December 2023
APR 24
SEP 24
MAR 25
DEC 25
FEB 26
▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections trending up, 12 points better than where it started.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024014214 | Feb 3, 2024 | Apr 25, 2024 | $160 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Feb 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. 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. Gave the person in charge a copy of the handout and he had all employees currently working read and sign agreement.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed: Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Food stored on floor. observed on floor inside Food Truck, bottled sodas and canned vegetables first in charge removed from floor.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
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Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Observed: Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Openings to the outside for equipment, such as ventilation fans, not screened or otherwise protected when the equipment is not in operation. Observed screen in exhaust fan in disrepair.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Dec 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Food stored on floor.observed spices stored on floor.Person in charge removed from floor.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Observed: Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed: 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.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.observed in reach in cooler gaskets soiled with mold like substance.
Open dumpster lid.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Openings to the outside for equipment, such as ventilation fans, not screened or otherwise protected when the equipment is not in operation. Observed screen in exhaust fan in disrepair.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 single service containers stored upright. Person in charge inverted.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Mar 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Garbage on pad around dumpster. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employees.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employees.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Person in charge inverted. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employees.
Sep 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Garbage on pad around dumpster. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
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.
Open dumpster lid. Person in charge closed lid. 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. Person in charge inverted. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Apr 6, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed on cooks line Deep fried pork rinds in a cardboard box. Educated Person in charge on Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Person in charge transferred to food grade container.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed on Reach in cooler cutting board soiled with dried food particles. Person in charge cleaned cutting board.
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 of the handout. Person in charge had all employees read and sign.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed garbage on ground behind food truck on Grass.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface on South End of parking area.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Open dumpster lid.
Openings to the outside for equipment, such as ventilation fans, not screened or otherwise protected when the equipment is not in operation. Observed screen in exhaust fan in disrepair.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service containers stored upright. Person in charge inverted.
Feb 3, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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. Augustine and lilyanna
Dec 2, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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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. Augustine and lilyanna
Food stored on floor in main kitchen area. Person in charge removed from floor. 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.