TACOS EL JEFE
3011 15 ST E, Bradenton FL 34208 · 813-760-1247
Last inspected Aug 12, 2026 · 4 visits since February 2026
Live, small flying insects found.observed 2 flying insects in food truck.
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Inspection history
4 visits, newest first
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 0 violations recorded.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in upper reach in cooler cheese (56F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (54F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (58F - Cold Holding); sour cream (57F - Cold Holding).Educated Person in charge on cold holding foods. Person in charge removed all food above the fill line and placed in reach in cooler.Person in charge stated it had been there for approximately 2 hours.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 3 high priority.
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Live, small flying insects found.observed 2 flying insects in food truck.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in upper reach in cooler cheese (56F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (54F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (58F - Cold Holding); sour cream (57F - Cold Holding).Educated Person in charge on cold holding foods. Person in charge removed all food above the fill line and placed in reach in cooler.Person in charge stated it had been there for approximately 2 hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in hot food well, beef (109F - Hot Holding); pork (112F - Hot Holding); chicken (106F - Hot Holding); seafood (116F - Hot Holding).Educated Person in charge on hot holding food. Person in charge placed on grill to reheat.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.observed soiled cloths in handwashing sink.Person in charge removed and washed hands.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed beverage on food preparation table while preparing food.Person in charge discarded.employee removed gloves and washed hands.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.observed over grill hood filters soiled with grease.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.Person in charge inverted.
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
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