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TAQUERIA MI RANCHO - KITCHEN

3603 15 ST E, Bradenton FL 34208 · 941.748.3060

Last inspected Jul 29, 2026 · 10 visits since September 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceNOS5105306
Grade history
SEP 24
FEB 25
AUG 25
FEB 26
JUL 26
▲ GETTING WORSE

5 inspections trending down, 21 points off where it started.

Worst finding on record
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation.observed in reach in cooler cooked pork date marked 7/20/26. Person in charge voluntarily discarded.
High priority/02C-01-5/Warning
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Disciplinary actions

1 case · $400

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
7--2022054033Nov 8, 2022May 25, 2023$400

Inspection history

10 visits, newest first

Jul 29, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 0 violations recorded.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 28, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce.observed in main kitchen area raw beef over unwashed produce. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge removed beef.
High priority/08A-04-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation.observed in reach in cooler cooked pork date marked 7/20/26. Person in charge voluntarily discarded.
High priority/02C-01-5/Warning
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. observed in reach in cooler cooked pork date marked 7/20/26. Person in charge voluntarily discarded.
High priority/01B-13-4/Warning
Dead roaches on premises.observed in kitchen area approximately 5 dead roaches in equipment storage cabinet. Person in charge cleaned and sanitized area.
Basic/35A-03-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.observed over grill hood filters soiled with grease.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Open dumpster lid.Person in charge closed lid.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Basic/33-16-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Feb 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. observed in reach and cooler in main kitchen area raw beef overcooked pork. Educated person in charge on safe, refrigerator storage and emailed the handout. The person in charge removed raw beef.
High priority/08A-02-6/Corrected On-Site
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed in upright reach in freezer cooked pork, not date marked. Person in charge stated it was prepared on February 18, 2026 and date marked accordingly. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.observed in main kitchen area door handles on upright reach in freezer.Person in charge cleaned handles.
Basic/23-24-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in main kitchen area hood filters soiled with grease.
Basic/23-03-4
Open dumpster lid. Observed: Open dumpster lid. Open dumpster lid on west end of parking area.Person in charge closed lid.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee
Basic/33-16-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Single-service articles improperly stored. observed in dry storage room, Styrofoam food containers stored on floor. Person in charge removed from floor.
Basic/25-05-4/Corrected On-Site
Aug 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours.observed in reach in cooler pinto beans (47F - Cooling).Person in charge stated they were placed in reach in cooler on 8/11/25.educated Person in charge on cooling procedures. Person in charge voluntarily discarded.
High priority/03D-02-5
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. observed in reach in cooler pinto beans (47F - Cooling).Person in charge stated they were placed in reach in cooler on 8/11/25.educated Person in charge on cooling procedures.
High priority/01B-02-5
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 pork not date marked. Person in charge stated it was prepared on 8/10/25 and date marked accordingly..
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over grill in main kitchen area hood filters soiled with grease.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Open dumpster lid. Open dumpster lid on west end of parking area.Person in charge closed lid.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee
Basic/33-16-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Feb 13, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 12, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored in reach in cooler.Person in charge removed.
High priority/41-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in reach in cooler in main kitchen area beef (48F - Cold Holding); pork (49F - Cold Holding); chicken (51F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (53F - Cold Holding). Person in charge stated all food product was placed in reach in cooler on 2/11/25. Person in charge voluntarily discarded..
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler in main kitchen area beef (48F - Cold Holding); pork (49F - Cold Holding); chicken (51F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (53F - Cold Holding). Person in charge stated all food product was placed in reach in cooler on 2/11/25. Person in charge voluntarily discarded..
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Bottle beverage stored on floor in main kitchen area and dry storage.Person in charge removed from floor.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. served food containers wet nesting in main kitchen area. Person in charge separated to air dry.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Basic/24-08-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over grill in main kitchen area hood filters soiled with grease.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Open dumpster lid on west end of parking area.Person in charge closed lid.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Basic/33-16-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Sep 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in main kitchen area raw shell eggs over cheese. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout in English and Spanish. Person in charge removed raw shell eggs. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed food containers wet nesting in main kitchen area. Person in charge separated to air dry.
Basic/24-08-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over grill in main kitchen area hood filters soiled with grease.
Basic/23-03-4
Open dumpster lid on west end of parking area. Person in charge closed lid.
Basic/33-16-4/Corrected On-Site
Feb 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

5 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed in South kitchen Reach in cooler Cooked Pinto Beans (68F - Cooling) Person in charge stated they were placed in Reach in cooler on 2/18/24. Educated Person in charge on cooling procedures and emailed Person in charge a copy of the hand out. Person in charge voluntarily discarded the Beans.
High priority/03D-02-5
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in south kitchen raw shell Eggs over flour Tortillas. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge removed the raw Shell Eggs.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed in South kitchen Enchilada sauce date marked 2/11/24. Educated Person in charge on Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Person in charge voluntarily discarded.
High priority/02C-01-5
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed in South kitchen Enchilada sauce date marked 2/11/24. Educated Person in charge on Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Person in charge voluntarily discarded.
High priority/01B-13-4
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in South kitchen Reach in cooler Cooked Pinto Beans (68F - Cooling) Person in charge stated they were placed in Reach in cooler on 2/18/24. Educated Person in charge on cooling procedures and emailed Person in charge a copy of the hand out. Person in charge voluntarily discarded the Beans.
High priority/01B-02-5
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed in main kitchen area food storage pans wet nesting on rack.
Basic/24-08-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in south kitchen over Grill and Fryer hood Filters soiled with grease. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed in dry storage room single service cup stored on floor. Person in charge stated no delivery's today and removed cups from floor.
Basic/25-05-4/Corrected On-Site
Sep 29, 2023□ 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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Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system in South kitchen area above grill.
Basic/14-42-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 29, 2023 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters in South kitchen soiled with grease. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Sep 29, 2023 · Time Extended
Sep 28, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed in South kitchen area employee washed sink with gloves on and rinsed gloves of in Handwashing sink. Employee grabbed beef stock from Reach in cooler and put into a pan. Stopped employee and educated Person in charge on glove use and hand washing.
High priority/12A-09-4/Warning
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed, Beef Steak (59F - Cold Holding); Beef Srock (54F - Cold Holding); Cooked Beef (64F - Cold Holding); Shell Eggs (62F - Cold Holding); Liquid Egg (58F - Cold Holding); Cooked corn on cob (60F - Cold Holding) in Reach in cooler in main kitchen area. Cooler was off and Person in charge stated that the product was in cooler from 9/27/23. Educated Person in charge on cold holding TCS foods. Person in charge voluntarily discarded all food items.
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed, Beef Steak (59F - Cold Holding); Beef Srock (54F - Cold Holding); Cooked Beef (64F - Cold Holding); Shell Eggs (62F - Cold Holding); Liquid Egg (58F - Cold Holding); Cooked corn on cob (60F - Cold Holding) in Reach in cooler in main kitchen area. Cooler was off and Person in charge stated that the product was in cooler from 9/27/23. Educated Person in charge on cold holding TCS foods. Person in charge voluntarily discarded all food items.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed in East kitchen Handwashing sink next to 3 compartment sink blocked with dish rack. Person in charge moved rack.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system in South kitchen area above grill.
Basic/14-42-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters in South kitchen soiled with grease. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning

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