TAQUERIA FAMILIAR
1450 SKIPPER RD, Tampa FL 33613 · 813-458-4940
Last inspected Mar 12, 2026 · 10 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 2 live flies flying around covered prepped meat containers and 1 live fly landing on cooked chicken breast. Stop sale issued. Employee removed chicken breast from pan and discarded it.
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Mar 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed stained cutting boards in the clean dish area.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Food stored on floor. Observed a bag of onions and sodas being stored on the floor. Discussed proper storage.
Sep 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed a stained cutting board on the dish drying area.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Feb 17, 2025Inspection 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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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on the reach in cooler.
Oct 17, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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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. PIC couldn't provide proof of training for current employees.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed non smooth ceiling tiles being used.
Aug 15, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 2 live flies flying around covered prepped meat containers and 1 live fly landing on cooked chicken breast. Stop sale issued. Employee removed chicken breast from pan and discarded it.
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. PIC couldn't provide proof of training for current employees.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed non smooth ceiling tiles being used.
Aug 14, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 2 live flies flying around covered prepped meat containers and 1 live fly landing on cooked chicken breast. Stop sale issued. Employee removed chicken breast from pan and discarded it.
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. 1 live fly landing on cooked chicken breast. Stop sale issued. Employee removed chicken breast from pan and discarded it
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pork held at 72 degrees. Manager stated it was ambient cold holding for 30 minutes and stated she was going to place in refrigerator.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink used to store a pot and a propane tank in front of it.
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. PIC couldn't provide proof of training for current employees.
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.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed non smooth ceiling tiles being used.
Feb 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Did not observe date mark on stored food.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Food stored on floor. Observed onions and watermelon stored on floor.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen beef in sink without running water.
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only.
Nov 29, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed in mop sink area.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no sanitizer test strips for three compartment sink.
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 beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed multiple employee drink containers on food prep table containing food in front of microwave and next to grill.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw meat set on table to thaw.
- From initial inspection : No child labor law poster. For reporting purposes only.
- From initial inspection : Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only.
Sep 25, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed in mop sink area.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no sanitizer test strips for three compartment sink.
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 beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed multiple employee drink containers on food prep table containing food in front of microwave and next to grill.
Food stored on floor. Observed watermelon on floor in front of mop sink. Observed radishes on floor in front of microwave. Observed raw meat in bowl on floor in front of grill. Employee picked up,bowl and placed on table. Onions and whole watermelon stored on floor next to door entry.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw meat set on table to thaw.
- From initial inspection : No child labor law poster. For reporting purposes only.
- From initial inspection : Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only.
Sep 22, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
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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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach in cooler on left : diced tomatoes (52F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (52F - Cold Holding); mozzarella cheese (54F - Cold Holding); Reach in cooler on right: cooked shredded pork (52F - Cold Holding); cooked sausage (52F - Cold Holding). ambient temperature taken at 52F.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed in mop sink area.
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.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Large pan and bowl stacked inside hand wash sink. Employee removed.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no sanitizer test strips for three compartment sink.
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 beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed multiple employee drink containers on food prep table containing food in front of microwave and next to grill.
Food stored on floor. Observed watermelon on floor in front of mop sink. Observed radishes on floor in front of microwave. Observed raw meat in bowl on floor in front of grill. Employee picked up,bowl and placed on table. Onions and whole watermelon stored on floor next to door entry.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw meat set on table to thaw.
No child labor law poster. For reporting purposes only.
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only.
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