TACOS EL GUERO 2
6008 15 ST E, Bradenton FL 34203 · 941-405-6938
Last inspected Aug 13, 2026 · 11 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best 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. Educated Person in charge and emailed a copy in English and Spanish.
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Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Aug 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone on food rack.employee removed.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed on cooked line single service items not inverted. Person in charge inverted.
Feb 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized.observed Triple Sink (Chlorine over 200ppm); Person in charge diluted with water and Triple Sink (Chlorine retested 100ppm)
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed: Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.Employee put on hair restraint and washed hands.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 over grill hood filters soiled with grease.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Observed gaskets on walk-in cooler door soiled with mold like substance.
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Observed: Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched.observed unwrapped plastic spoons Person in charge put all handles up on spoons. handles not facing up.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Sep 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee washed hands with no soap and touched clean utensils.stopped employee and had him put utensils in soiled dish washing area,remove soiled gloves,was hands with soup.
Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
No soap provided at handwash sink.Person in charge filled soap container.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.observed employees with multiple rings and bracelets. Person in charge had employees remove and wash hands.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.Employee put on hair restraint and washed hands.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.observed over grill hood filters soiled with grease.
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched.observed unwrapped plastic spoons handles not facing up.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
May 1, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 28, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink.observed employee washed hands in 3 compartment sink.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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. Emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout in English and Spanish.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee eating while preparing food on grill. Employee discarded food and washed hands.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.employee put on hat and washed hands.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over grill and fryer hood filters soiled with grease.
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Observed on food counter single service spoons with handles down. Person in charge inverted.
Jul 26, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 25, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Mobile food dispensing vehicle obtaining water from an unapproved source. Observed Mobile food truck is using unapproved well water source to wash hands. Person in charge setup bottle water handwashing station on food truck. Person in charge will fill potable water tank on food truck and disconnect untested well water.
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/
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over Grill hood filters soiled with Grease. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination on food rack next to reach in cooler. Person in charge inverted As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Apr 17, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 16, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Elda Ibarra
Employee eating while preparing food in main kitchen area. A beverage and half eaten bread roll on food preparation table. Person in charge removed all.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over grill in main kitchen area hood filters soiled with grease. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Single-service articles stored outside or in a room/shed that is not fully enclosed (open to outdoors/screened). Observed outside Food Truck on food racks single service articles stored outside. Person in charge placed all single service items in Food Truck.
Sep 26, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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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.
Jul 25, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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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. Educated Person in charge and emailed a copy in English and Spanish.
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. Educated Person in charge and emailed Person in charge in English and Spanish.
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 hood filters over flat top and fryers soiled with grease. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
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