TACOS EL GUERO
835 301 BLVD E, Bradenton FL 34203
Last inspected Aug 13, 2026 · 9 visits since July 2023
JUL 24
FEB 25
SEP 25
FEB 26
AUG 26
▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections trending up, 20 points better than where it started.
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 in both English and Spanish.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,100
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2021001357 | Dec 30, 2020 | Mar 3, 2021 | $300 |
| 7--2019056378 | Nov 5, 2019 | Dec 3, 2020 | $800 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee washed hands in three compartment sink. Educated employee and proper handwashing procedures. Employee washed hands and handwashing sink.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Food stored on floor.observed bottle water stored on floor. Person in charge removed.
Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.
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Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Feb 19, 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
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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer
Sep 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.observed Handwashing sink filled with dishes.Person in charge removed soiled dishes.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.employee put on hair restraint and washed hands.
Food stored on floor.observed onions stored on floor.Person in charge removed from floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.observed hood filters soiled.
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, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored.observed bleach stored above bottled beverages. Person in charge removed bleach.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.observed in handwashing sink soiled dish.Person in charge removed.
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/
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Person in charge filled paper towels.
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 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.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Person in charge filled soap dispenser.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Soda stored on floor. Person in charge removed from floor.
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. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 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.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed employee cutting unwashed head lettuce. Educated Person in charge on Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Employee washed head lettuce and voluntarily discarded, unwashed cut lettuce.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Person in charge filled paper towels.
Food stored outside. Observed produce stored outside of food truck. Person in charge placed produce in food truck.
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Observed employee cutting unwashed head lettuce. Educated Person in charge on Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Employee washed head lettuce and voluntarily discarded, unwashed cut lettuce.
Single-service articles stored outside or in a room/shed that is not fully enclosed (open to outdoors/screened). Observed single service items stored outside food truck. Person in charge placed all 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 in both 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.
Food stored on floor. Observed bottle water and soda stored on floor.
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.
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.