TAQUERIA GOMEZ
1915 E FLETCHER AVE, Tampa FL 33612 · 813.607.9549
Last inspected Mar 24, 2026 · 8 visits since May 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle disposing liquid waste improperly. Observed operator sweep mop water outside of mobile unit onto ground, observed waste water pooling on ground.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Mar 24, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs stored overtop drinks inside refrigerator. Chef removed eggs and properly stored them.
Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. Test kits have never been opened.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Pork cooked and held longer then 24 hours has no date marking underneath reach in cooler.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Plastic bottles of sauces used for cooking has no labeling of ingredients inside refrigerator.
Sep 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink is blocked by a bowl of food.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken and pork held inside reach in cooler cooked and held longer then 24 hours has no date markings.
Food stored on floor. Crockpot of chicken cooking on the floor next to reach in cooler. Employee removed crockpot from floor.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee drink stored inside refrigerator. Employee removed and properly stored drink.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Clear bottles of sauce removed from original containers and placed in clear bottles has no labeling of ingredients inside refrigerator.
Apr 11, 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. Cutting boards in kitchen.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Salsa in sour cream containers.
Stored food not covered. Chorizo in reach in freezer.
Aug 7, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ambient air thermometer not located in the warmest part of the cold holding unit. No ambient air thermometer available in front fridge near register.
Equipment in poor repair. Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Gaskets on reach in cooler in disrepair. Discussed with operator.
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels.
Aug 6, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 24 violations recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority7 Intermediate10 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Bottle of medicine stored above bottles of soda. Discussed with operator.
Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed employee go from handling money, wash hands less than 15-20 seconds and then prepare food to be served to customers. Operator rewashed hands at time of inspection.
Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touch bare face with gloves and then begin to prepare food to be served to customers. Discussed with operator. Employee rewashed hands at time of inspection
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Cooked Chicken date marked 07/25/2024
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Cooked Chicken date marked 07/25/2024
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Chorizo Sausage (50F - Cold Holding); Eggs (50F - Cold Holding); Sour Cream (50F - Cold Holding) Cut Lettuce (50F - Cold Holding) PREPARED AT 9:00 FIRST TEMP TAKEN AT 2:50 No temperature taken today by employees
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chorizo Sausage (50F - Cold Holding); Eggs (50F - Cold Holding); Sour Cream (50F - Cold Holding) Cut Lettuce (50F - Cold Holding) PREPARED AT 9:00 FIRST TEMP TAKEN AT 2:50; No temperature taken today by employees. See stop sale.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employees wash hands in 3 compartment sink, discussed with operator. Employees rewashed hands at time of inspection.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink used to store utensils. Operator moved at time of inspection.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle disposing liquid waste improperly. Observed operator sweep mop water outside of mobile unit onto ground, observed waste water pooling on ground.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strip available upon request.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. No probe thermometer available upon request.
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Container of rice not date marked. Discussed with operator.
Ambient air thermometer not located in the warmest part of the cold holding unit. No ambient air thermometer available in front fridge near register.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee jackets stored above dry storage.
Equipment in poor repair. Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Gaskets on reach in cooler in disrepair. Discussed with operator.
Food stored on floor. Ice container stored on floor, discussed with operator. Operator moved to approved location at time of inspection.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Ice scoop handle in ice. Discussed with operator.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave soiled.
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Opened employee sodas in reach in cooler, discussed with operator.
Unsealed floor in food preparation area has gap along perimeter that does not prevent the waste water from exiting the mobile onto the ground and draining into storm water drain. Employees stopped mopping and water ceased exiting the mobile unit.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bottle of oil not labeled on cooks line.
Aug 6, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on reach in cooler next to flat top in disrepair.
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. Discussed with operator on obtaining stickers for side of mobile unit.
Jun 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Employee skipping sanitation step, operator discussed with employee.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle connected to utilities on more than a temporary basis. Wastewater bring Plummer through pipe into unknown drainage area outside of the trailer. On pending warning from 5-31-24
Mobile food dispensing vehicle is not self-propelled or otherwise movable from place to place. Wastewater bring Plummer through pipe into unknown drainage area outside of the trailer. On pending warning from 5-31-24
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.
Portable water tank not enclosed or sloped to drain properly. Not an integral part of the MFDV On pending warning from 5-31-24
May 31, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored over cooked chicken, operator moved at time of inspection to approved location.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on reach in cooler next to flat top in disrepair.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle connected to utilities on more than a temporary basis. No holding tanks installed or integral part of mobile unit. Waste water is being plumbed through pipe underground and into unknown drainage near mobile unit.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle is not self-propelled or otherwise movable from place to place. No holding tanks installed or integral part of mobile unit. Waste water is being plumbed through pipe underground and into unknown drainage near mobile unit.
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. Discussed with operator on obtaining stickers for side of mobile unit.
Portable water tank not enclosed or sloped to drain properly. Waste water and fresh water tank not integral part of mobile unit.
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