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MEXICAN TACOS EL COMPADRE

980 E HATHAWAY AVE, Bronson FL 32621

Last inspected Jul 26, 2024 · 5 visits since September 2023

□ Not on the state's active licence list

This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.

Licence typeFood service
Licence4850086
Grade history
SEP 23
MAR 24
JUL 24
▼ IMPROVING

3 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.

Worst finding on record
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed two flies in kitchen area.
High priority/35A-02-6
Badges — none earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

1 case · $600

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
5--2024028797Mar 7, 2024Dec 27, 2024$600

Inspection history

5 visits, newest first

Jul 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 06/01/2024.
High priority/50-17-3
Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Hole in top of counter at food prep area.
Basic/36-51-4
Dead roaches on premises. One dead roach inside cabinet above three-compartment sink. Manager removed roach from area during this inspection.
Basic/35A-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Mar 8, 2024Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
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. 1 other employee. Admin Complaint**
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Admin Complaint/Return visit Mar 8, 2024 · Observed no proof of requires state approved employee training Time Extended
Mar 7, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection

Ordered shut on the spot. 11 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

3 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over cooked rice and limes.
High priority/08A-05-6
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 50 droppings in front part of truck where seats are, 10 on book and glove on she,f in front seating area, 10 under hand wash sink.
High priority/35A-04-4/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cheese (47F - Cold Holding); cheese (54F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler on counter in prep area.
High priority/03A-02-5
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Multiple items in hand wash sink, employees moved items.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
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. 1 other employee. Admin Complaint**
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Admin Complaint
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1
Dead rodent present. On sticky pad on shelf under flat top grill.
Basic/35A-20-4/Warning
Establishment using sponges on cleaned and sanitized, or in-use food-contact surface. Observed establishment using sponge on in-use food-contact surface at three-compartment sink.
Basic/21-23-4
Single-service articles improperly stored. Plates and other Togo items in bathroom.
Basic/25-05-4
Stored food not covered. Large pot of soup in reach in freezer no lid.
Basic/08B-12-5
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Beef thawing at room temperature in three-compartment sink.
Basic/06-01-5
Mar 7, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
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 of employee training for employee working.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning/Return visit Mar 7, 2024 · Time Extended
Sep 13, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority5 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed two flies in kitchen area.
High priority/35A-02-6
Mobile food dispensing vehicle obtaining water from an unapproved source. Mobile food dispensing vehicle hooked up to water at private residence. Manager disconnected water hose.
High priority/27-27-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Pork stored in Wal-mart to go bag. Manager placed pork in zip lock bag.
High priority/14-31-5/Corrected On-Site
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 written procedure available. Inspector provided operator with written procedure.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrective Action Taken
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. White cutting board stored in kitchen.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee filled container with water at hand washing sink next to entrance.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. No proof of manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-07-6/Warning
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 of employee training for employee working.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
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. No license number on side of truck.
Basic/50-04-4
Stored food not covered. Beef in reach-in freezer across from pass through window. Manager placed beef in zip lock bag.
Basic/08B-12-5/Corrected On-Site

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.