TACOS ALMAX
1714 14 ST W, Bradenton FL 34205
Last inspected Aug 27, 2024 · 1 visit since August 2024
□ 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.
Observed: 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. Observed no kit or written plan in place. Priority: Intermediate
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Inspection history
1 visit, newest first
Aug 27, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 22 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority5 Intermediate15 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 22 findingsThe state's own report →
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/ observed business operating with no license. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat salsa verde. Owner moved eggs to bottom shelf. Priority: High Priority
Observed: 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. Observed no kit or written plan in place. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed handwashing sink not connected in kitchen. Only one handwashing sink in kitchen area. Priority: Intermediate
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Observed: No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at front hand sink. Owner replaced. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: 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/. Observed no plans submitted. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: 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. Observed no written plans in place. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed no door closer on public restroom door. Priority: Basic
Observed: Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed c02 tanks not secured next to bag in box rack. Priority: Basic
Observed: Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed container of kitchen utensils handle down. Owner inverted. Priority: Basic
Observed: Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. No covered trash can in unisex employee restroom. Priority: Basic
Observed: Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed small white grooved cutting board in kitchen. Priority: Basic
Observed: Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed tiles underneath reach in cooler missing/ cracked. Priority: Basic
Observed: Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reach in freezer. Priority: Basic
Observed: In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored on top of ice machine on cardboard box. Owner moved. Priority: Basic
Observed: Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed lights in kitchen area not shielded. Priority: Basic
Observed: No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no choking poster. Priority: Basic
Observed: No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No handwashing sign in rear employee restroom. Priority: Basic
Observed: No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Observed mop sink not hooked up to water or drain. Priority: Basic
Observed: No plan review submitted and approved for establishment previously license 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/. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee drink bottle in cooler. Owner removed. Priority: Basic
Observed: Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed no self closer on rear exterior exit door. Priority: Basic
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.