TACO KING CORP
491 CORTEZ RD W, Bradenton FL 34207 · 941-357-3601
Last inspected Mar 12, 2026 · 7 visits since August 2023
JAN 24
AUG 24
FEB 25
OCT 25
MAR 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle disposing liquid waste improperly. Observed waste water is draining on ground next to Food Truck.
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Disciplinary actions
4 cases · $1,000
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2026017359 | Mar 11, 2026 | Mar 31, 2026 | $400 |
| 7--2020058345 | Dec 17, 2020 | Feb 16, 2021 | — |
| 7--2019061489 | Nov 6, 2019 | Jan 6, 2020 | $400 |
| 7--2018062225 | Nov 15, 2018 | Feb 15, 2019 | $200 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Mar 12, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employees.
Mar 11, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 5 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Establishment operating with no potable running water. observed water from handwashing sink and three compartment sink appears to have green like particles coming through the faucets.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle disposing liquid waste improperly. Observed waste water is draining on ground next to Food Truck.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. : Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.observed microwave soiled with dried food particles. Person in charge cleaned oven.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.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employees.
Oct 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.observed microwave soiled with dried food particles. Person in charge cleaned oven.
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.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employees.
Feb 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on food preparation table cooked onions and peppers (124F - Hot Holding).educated Person in charge on hot holding Time/temperature control for safety food.Person in charge placed back on the grill to reheat.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled with mold like substance. Person in charge cleaned and sanitized.
No copy of latest inspection report available. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the empl
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in reach in cooler gaskets soiled with mold like substance.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employees.
Aug 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food stored on floor. Observed bottle soda and water stored on floor.
Interior of microwave has accumulation food debris.
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.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Jan 30, 2024Inspection 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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Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with dried food particles. Person in charge cleaned microwave and sanitized.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed Reach in cooler shelves are rusted and pitted. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Aug 28, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee put on his shoe,put on gloves and started preparing food and failed to wash hands. Educated employee on Handwashing and glove use. Employee removed soiled gloves,washed hands and put on clean gloves.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Person in charge put on hair restraint and washed hands.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed Reach in cooler shelves are rusted and pitted. 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.