TACOS EL COSTENO 2 LLC
5769 BENEVA RD, Sarasota FL 34233 · 9412346231
Last inspected Jan 28, 2026 · 7 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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.Printed for operation.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $640
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2023021232 | Mar 13, 2023 | Aug 21, 2023 | $640 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jan 28, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink in kitchen.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.Observed no date marking on any prepared food items.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water at hand sink in kitchen.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed no coving along triple sink wall.
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Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket on left door of reach in cooler across from grill.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed 1/4" gap around rear door.
Food stored on floor. Observed soup, potatos, sugar containers, and tortillas stored on floor in preparation area and dry storage area. Also, produce and meats on floor in walk in cooler.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed 5" hole in wall towards triple sink near pipe.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at sink in kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gasket on right door of reach in cooler across from grill.
Stored food not covered. Observed beef prepared previous day in reach in cooler, not covered.
Aug 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in glass door reach in cooler, raw chicken and beef stored over cooked pork and beef. Person in charge relocated.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in glass door reach in cooler 7 lbs. pork carnitas 81F, beef 46F. Pork carnitas in cooler overnight, see stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in glass door reach in cooler 7 lbs. pork carnitas 81F, beef 46F. Pork carnitas in cooler overnight, see stop sale.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed grill cleaner stored next to oil under preparation table next to reach in cooler on cook line. Person in charge removed cleaner.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed sanitizer bucket at 200ppm chlorine. Corrected with Person in charge to 50ppm.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink blocked by oven.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Nothing prepared held onsite date marked.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed at hand washing sink next to triple sink.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.Observed 1/4 " gap around exterior rear door frame.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed shelf under cooking grill with food debris and grease. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Stored food not covered.Observed beef in reach in freezer not covered.
Mar 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting board on top of reach in cooler with cut marks. Observed food debris on underside of blade on slicer.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink by oven. Employee added.
No soap provided at handwash sink.Observed no soap at hand wash sink by oven.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.Did not observe any dates prepared onsite.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.Observed styrofoam soup cup without handles in salsa in reach in cooler. Employee removed.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.Observed in kitchen area tiles not smooth.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed soiled cutting board on top of reach in cooler with cut marks.
Food stored on floor.Observed eggs and produce on floor in walk in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food debris and grease on shelf under grill. Observed grease buildup on hood filters.
Plumbing system in disrepair.Observed no hot water at hand wash sink next to oven.
Oct 31, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair.Observed double glass door reach in cooler and stove oven not working.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed 1/2 " gap and 1/4 " gap in exterior back door.
Hole in or other damage to wall.Observed at back entrance damage in door frame wall just inside back door.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Observed on shared dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease buildup on hood filters.
Plumbing system in disrepair.Observed front hand washing sink with drain and trap disconnected. Hand wash sink must be repaired and is in plan.
Aug 26, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.Observed eggs over cooked meats and raw beef over Cooked beans in walk in cooler.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic deli trays in hand sink. Operator removed.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
No soap provided at handwash sink.Operator added.
Equipment in poor repair.Observed double glass door reach in cooler and stove oven not working.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed 1/2 " gap and 1/4 " gap in exterior back door.
Hole in or other damage to wall.Observed at back entrance damage in door frame wall just inside back door.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Observed on shared dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease buildup on hood filters.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Operator removed.
Plumbing system in disrepair.Observed front hand washing sink with drain and trap disconnected. Hand wash sink must be repaired and is in plan.
Mar 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Missing drain plug at dumpster.Observed drain plug missing on shared dumpster with plaza
Sep 19, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged.Observed shell eggs stored over ready to eat Empinada and cooked meats. Employee corrected by relocating eggs to bottom of cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Chicken at 104F, and beef at 100F in warmer for approximately 1 3/4 hours. Employee corrected by heating to 167F.
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed.Observed triple sink at200 ppm, employee corrected to 100 ppm.
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.Printed for operation.
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. Did not observe any employee health reporting agreements. Printed one for employee who signed.
No soap provided at handwash sink.Observed no soap at Hand wash sink in kitchen area.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Equipment in poor repair.Observed broken gasket on left door in Reachin Cooler on cook line. Observed Dishwashing Machine out of order.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed 3" gap between tile floors in preparation area and dry storage.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable.Observed unfinished floor in Walkin Cooler.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.Observed on shared dumpster with plaza. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
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.