TACO REY
1812 JAMES L REDMAN PKWY, Plant City FL 33563 · 813.754.2100
Last inspected Apr 7, 2026 · 10 visits since September 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 23 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects found Observed 9 live flies on dry storage racks in back kitchen 1 live fly on package of husks 24 live flies of dry storage racks in dish area. Manager began eradicating and cleaning and sanitizing area
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025072974 | Oct 1, 2025 | Dec 18, 2025 | $200 |
| 3--2022058034 | Nov 21, 2022 | Jan 6, 2023 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Apr 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed to go bag cut and used for tortilla press. Discussed using food grade bag
Cloth gloves contacting ready-to-eat food. Observed towel off container of cooked tortillas on make line
Hole in or other damage to wall. By dish machine
Reach in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
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Stored food not covered. Serve can of refried beans cooked chicken and a few containers of sauces in walk-in cooler not covered.
Oct 6, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. In back prep area
Stored food not covered. Observed containers of cooked meats, beans and sauces in walk in cooler not covered
Oct 1, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed 9 live flies on dry storage racks in back kitchen 1 live fly on package of husks 24 live flies of dry storage racks in dish area. Manager began eradicating and cleaning and sanitizing area
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. By front counter. Manager refilled
Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated. Can of extra thick tomato sauce dented and leaked on dry storage shelving. Manager discarded can. Manager stated they are waiting for credit
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. In back prep area
Stored food not covered. Observed containers of cooked meats, beans and sauces in walk in cooler not covered
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed 3 large containers of raw pork thawing in standing water
Mar 26, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked pork in walk in cooler. Manager labeled
Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed towel on bowl of tortilla dough in reach in cooler Towels of tortillas in walk in cooler
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. In double reach in cooler unit in prep area
Mar 13, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 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.
No proof provided that some food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Manager had few new hires
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked pork in walk in cooler. Manager labeled
Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed towel on bowl of tortilla dough in reach in cooler Towels of tortillas in walk in cooler
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. In double reach in cooler unit in prep area
Dec 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink by front counter blocked by prep cart.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Safe staff cards expired for 1 employee.
Food stored on floor. Container of thawing beef on floor by back door.
Stored food not covered. Observed multiple containers of cooked meats, vegetables and beans uncovered in walk in cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw beef thawing in container of standing water by back door
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container of flour and salt in prep station not labeled Manager started labeling
Mar 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. By Front counter
Food stored on floor. Agua fresca on floor in kitchen. Employee got off of floor
Nov 9, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Wooden shelf installed under steam well
Sep 28, 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 missing in warewashing or food preparation area. No hand sink installed at bar where three compartment sink and ice well added
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/. New Bar: Establishment added bar area with ice bin, three compartments sink and no hand sink Dish area: hand-sink moved to adjoining wall and dish machine added next to ice machine
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Wooden shelf installed under steam well
Sep 26, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 5 live flies in back prep area 5 live flies on single service boxes 12 live flies on ceiling in prep area 9 live flies in exterior of bag of onions Manager called for service
Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. No hand sink installed at bar where three compartment sink and ice well added
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/. New Bar: Establishment added bar area with ice bin, three compartments sink and no hand sink Dish area: hand-sink moved to adjoining wall and dish machine added next to ice machine
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach on floor in dry storage.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tong in soiled standing water at 88f
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan covers in walk in cooler
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Wooden shelf installed under steam well
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.