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TACOS DON ANDRES

8281 CHAMPIONS GATE BLVD, Davenport FL 33896 · 4078020339

Last inspected Apr 20, 2026 · 9 visits since November 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats48
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA5911417
Grade history
APR 24
OCT 24
APR 25
NOV 25
APR 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Badges — 2 earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

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Inspection history

9 visits, newest first

Apr 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
Show 14 findings ▾
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Several grocery bags used to hold meats in reach in freezer in storage room near kitchen exit door
High priority/14-31-5
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Shelled eggs over cut onions in reach in cooler in storage room near kitchen exit door
High priority/08A-05-6/Repeat Violation
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw beef in reach in cooler in storage room near kitchen exit door
High priority/08A-20-5
Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Air conditioning unit at bar above kitchen door has drain line set up to drain into bar handwashing sink
Intermediate/31A-10-4
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Tanks next to mop sink
Basic/51-11-4
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout kitchen
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board on cookline closest to entrance door
Basic/14-09-4/Repeat Violation
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Several dishes on shelf above three compartment sink
Basic/24-08-4/Repeat Violation
Equipment in poor repair. Broken handles on reach in cooler drawers underneath grill Several broken cooler gaskets
Basic/14-11-5/Repeat Violation
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer in storage room near kitchen exit door near bathrooms
Basic/14-69-4/Repeat Violation
Improper storage of maintenance equipment that interferes with cleaning. Ladder stored in mop sink
Basic/42-02-4
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Hot box next to cookline
Basic/22-08-4
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Cooler underneath make table on cookline
Basic/29-49-6/Repeat Violation
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Several on cookline
Basic/21-12-4/Repeat Violation
Apr 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 19 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority5 Intermediate12 Basic
Show 19 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over hot sauce Shelled eggs over pan of prepped mixed vegetables Both in reach in cooler in side storage area
High priority/08A-05-6/Repeat Violation
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. queso (120F - Hot Holding); rice (117F - Hot Holding) Both in hot holding cabinet less than 4 hours per operator Operator put on stove to reheat
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. As evidenced by blender bottle and wiping cloth in handwashing sink at front counter
Intermediate/31A-11-4
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Manager came in during inspection
Intermediate/53A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At handwashing sink in dish area Operator has work order in for dispenser
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Blue chemical on shelf near bar
Intermediate/41-17-4/Repeat Violation
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. One in shrimp in reach in cooler drawer under grill
Basic/14-01-5/Repeat Violation
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Several throughout
Basic/23-24-4/Repeat Violation
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On prep counter on cookline next to steam table
Basic/14-09-4
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Several on clean dish rack above 3 compartment sink
Basic/24-08-4/Repeat Violation
Equipment in poor repair. Hot holding cabinet door does not seal shut Torn gasket on reach in freezer in side storage area Reach in cooler drawer under grill - handle broken
Basic/14-11-5/Repeat Violation
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer
Basic/14-69-4/Repeat Violation
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler in side storage area
Basic/22-16-4/Repeat Violation
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Under make table on cookline closest to kitchen entrance Cooler in side storage area
Basic/29-49-6
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Avocados in make table on cookline next to kitchen entrance with produce stickers still on
Basic/08B-17-4
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Under 3 compartment sink
Basic/36-27-5/Repeat Violation
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. One wiping cloth in front counter handwashing sink One hanging on back handwashing sink
Basic/21-12-4
Oct 28, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Basic/32-04-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Oct 28, 2024 · Time Extended
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Throughout
Basic/23-24-4/Return visit Oct 28, 2024 · Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation/Return visit Oct 28, 2024 · Time Extended
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Clean dishes and bowls
Basic/24-05-4/Return visit Oct 28, 2024 · Time Extended
Equipment in poor repair.
Basic/14-11-5/Repeat Violation/Return visit Oct 28, 2024 · Time Extended
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in coolers and reach in drawers throughout
Basic/22-16-4/Return visit Oct 28, 2024 · Time Extended
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout
Basic/36-27-5/Repeat Violation/Return visit Oct 28, 2024 · Time Extended
Oct 23, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 22 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority7 Intermediate13 Basic
Show 22 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over prepped vegetables in glass door reach in cooler. Operator switched
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Make table; shredded lettuce (47F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (48F - Cold Holding); guacamole (52F - Cold Holding); pico (52F - Cold Holding); sour cream (52F - Cold Holding) per operator for one hour.put all items on ice to bring down temperatures
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener
Intermediate/22-02-4
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Pan in handwashing sink Operator removed
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Manager showed up during inspection
Intermediate/53A-05-6
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front counter
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-13-5
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Front counter
Intermediate/31B-06-4/Corrected On-Site
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Sanitizer Operator labeled
Intermediate/41-17-4
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Basic/32-04-4/Repeat Violation
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Soufflé cup in guacamole and hot sauce Operator removed
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Throughout
Basic/23-24-4
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Basic/51-11-4/Repeat Violation
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Clean dishes and bowls
Basic/24-05-4
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Several in back prep area. Operator removed
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Equipment in poor repair.
Basic/14-11-5/Repeat Violation
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife between wood prep table and make table. Operator removed
Basic/10-17-4/Corrected On-Site
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Basic/31B-04-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Vents in hood Outside of hot box
Basic/23-03-4
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in coolers and reach in drawers throughout
Basic/22-16-4
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout
Basic/36-27-5/Repeat Violation
Apr 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority1 Intermediate13 Basic
Show 16 findings ▾
Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of pain medication over prep table in kitchen. Operator removed it.
High priority/41-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shrimp and fish under raw beef and chicken. Operator moved beef and chicken to the bottom shelf.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Bar hand wash sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Basic/32-04-4
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic deli container in sugar bin, operator removed it.
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. By the back door, operator secured them.
Basic/51-11-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Through kitchen
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 2 male employees without beard guard. Employees put on beard guard
Basic/13-04-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 2 male employees without hair restraint, employee put on hair restraint
Basic/13-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler gaskets torn
Basic/14-11-5
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed 85 seats at establishment, licensed with 48 seats. Provided and reviewed change seating form with owner.
Basic/51-09-4
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In kitchen
Basic/31B-04-4/Repeat Violation
Stored food not covered. Observed sugar bin without cover, operator covered.
Basic/08B-12-5/Corrected On-Site
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall before 3 compartment sink is dusty
Basic/36-27-5
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. By hand wash sink in bar area, operator removed it
Basic/21-12-4/Corrected On-Site
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar bin, operator labeled
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Apr 10, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 20 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority3 Intermediate15 Basic
Show 20 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Unwashed cabbage heads over ready to eat meat in glass door reach in cooler.
High priority/08A-05-6
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Shredded mozzarella 50F cookline drawer. Per operator for less than 1 hour. Put in freezer to rapid chill. Recheck 38F
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrected On-Site
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Intermediate/53A-05-6
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front counter.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
No soap provided at handwash sink. Front counter.
Intermediate/31B-03-4
Ambient air thermometer not located in the coolest part of the hot holding unit. Need ambient thermometer for all reach in coolers/makelines.
Basic/05-04-4
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Soufflé cup used in make table and steam table.
Basic/14-01-5
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. In kitchen.
Basic/51-11-4
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout kitchen and prep area.
Basic/36-34-5
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Pots and pans on dish rack.
Basic/24-05-4
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling.
Basic/36-68-5
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer
Basic/14-69-4
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. In kitchen between make line and prep table.
Basic/10-17-4
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Kitchen
Basic/22-08-4
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Restroom. Emailed copy to operator.
Basic/31B-04-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Outside. of kitchen cooking equipment Side of non alcoholic machine
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler shelf by swinging door.
Basic/22-16-4
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Forks and spoons on dish rack.
Basic/24-18-4
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in cooler by door.
Basic/29-49-6
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind equipment in kitchen.
Basic/36-27-5
Feb 14, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 28, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.

0 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk not dated when opened.
Intermediate/02C-03-5
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Menu contains an item made with a raw/undercooked animal food as an ingredient and description of item does not inform consumer of raw/undercooked animal food ingredient. End states shrimp cooked in lime juice but is raw and marinated in lime juice.
Intermediate/02B-04-5/Warning
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/Repeat Violation/Warning
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public.
Basic/08B-49-4/Corrected On-Site
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Employee washing only. Advised to wash rinse and sanitize prior use.
Basic/16-13-5
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Facility has tin foil taped to drip pan at food and hood filters
Basic/23-03-4

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