TAQUERIA LA MEXICANA INC
3011 15 ST E, Bradenton FL 34208 · 941.465.5420
Last inspected May 8, 2026 · 8 visits since October 2023
MAR 24
SEP 24
APR 25
FEB 26
MAY 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 21 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. observed behind reaching cooler, one live roach.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
May 8, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.observed cheese (53F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (52F - Cold Holding).Person in state that they were just placed in the cooler approximately two hours ago from another cooler. Person in charge placed didn't reach in freezer.
Food stored on floor. observed soda containers stored on floor. Person in charge removed from floor.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. observed microwave soiled with dried food particles.Person in charge cleaned microwave.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Observed: Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.Person in charge closed screen door.
Feb 7, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 6, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. observed behind reaching cooler, one live roach.
No soap provided at handwash sink.Person in charge filled soap.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. observed in reach in freezer beef, pork and chicken cooked and not date marked. Person in charge stated they were prepared on February 3, 2026 and date marked all accordingly.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.observed microwave soiled with dried food particles.Person in charge cleaned microwave.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Observed: Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. observed under three compartment sink pipe leaking.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.Person in charge inverted mop
Apr 25, 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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Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. observed in main kitchen area floors, underneath equipment and sink soiled with food debris.
Sep 5, 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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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Person in charge filled paper towels.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed in reach in cooler cooked beef not date marked. Person in charge stated it was prepared on 9/2/24 and date marked accordingly.
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.
Mar 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle on East side of parking area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over grill hood filters soiled with grease
Open dumpster lid on North end of parking area. Person in charge closed dumpster lid.
Jan 5, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 30, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Expiration date 6/6/2018
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. Printed a copy to Person in charge and both employees read and signed form.
Dumpster overflowing garbage on North end of parking lot.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster on North end of parking lot.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses on oven door in main kitchen area. Person in charge removed and put in 3 compartment sink.
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.