TAQUERIA EL TAQUITO MIX
3010 14 ST W, Bradenton FL 34205
Last inspected Dec 11, 2025 · 6 visits since May 2024
MAY 24
MAY 25
AUG 25
DEC 25
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4 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.Observed license expired 12/1/2025. Please renew at www.myfloridalicense.com
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,100
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025037500 | May 7, 2025 | May 29, 2025 | $400 |
| 7--2017043688 | Jul 24, 2017 | Dec 15, 2017 | $300 |
| 7--2017024927 | May 22, 2017 | Aug 9, 2017 | $400 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Dec 11, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
Dec 10, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.Observed license expired 12/1/2025. Please renew at www.myfloridalicense.com
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed wiping cloth sanitizer read 200ppm. Operator changed sanitizer and obtained a 100ppm reading.
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. Observed no clean up procedures on truck. Clean up procedures paper given to operator.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Operator did not have test kit on site.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed no hot water coming from 3 compartment.
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. Operator had no employee agreements on site. Operator was given a copy of employee agreement.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard lined shelf under steam table.
Food stored on floor. Observed container of rotisserie chicken on floor of truck. Operator removed and placed in reach in cooler.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Aug 21, 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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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. Observed no written plan in place.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of fryer oil stored on the floor. Owner moved off floor.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. Observed no numbers on exterior of unit.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster on site.
May 8, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 7, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 8 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
3 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Establishment operating with no potable running water.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. observed in reach in cooler Beef raw (58F - Cold Holding); cheese (59F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (55F - Cold Holding); hot dogs (58F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (57F - Cold Holding). Educated Person in charge on cold holding.Person in charge voluntarily discarded all food items.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.observed in reach in cooler Beef raw (58F - Cold Holding); cheese (59F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (55F - Cold Holding); hot dogs (58F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (57F - Cold Holding). Educated Person in charge on cold holding.Person in charge voluntarily discarded all food items.
Inadequate number/capacity of cold holding units to maintain time/temperature control for safety food at proper temperatures.observed only one reach in cooler and it is not maintaining 41°F or below.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.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 soiled with grease.
Open dumpster lid.Person in charge closed lid.
May 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 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. Observed no written plan present.
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 one person with no written plan in place.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. Observed no license number on exterior of truck.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed extinguisher in red zone.
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.