TAQUERIA MI REINA
1880 63RD AVE E, Bradenton FL 34203
Last inspected Apr 18, 2026 · 12 visits since October 2023
NOV 24
FEB 25
APR 25
DEC 25
APR 26
≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and F. 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 in side food truck approximately 5 flying insects.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
7 cases · $3,860
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025008464 | Feb 6, 2025 | Sep 4, 2025 | $400 |
| 7--2024065871 | Nov 14, 2024 | Feb 24, 2025 | $400 |
| 7--2020057957 | Dec 22, 2020 | Apr 23, 2021 | $800 |
| 7--2018060145 | Oct 24, 2018 | Jun 7, 2019 | $320 |
| 7--2017000098 | Nov 28, 2016 | Apr 17, 2017 | $800 |
| 7--2016035338 | Jul 6, 2016 | Oct 14, 2016 | $700 |
| 7--2016005932 | Jan 25, 2016 | Jun 2, 2016 | $440 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Apr 18, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
- From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Basic Observed: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the operator. employe
Apr 17, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 4 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Establishment operating with no potable running water.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. observed handwashing sink full of soiled dishes. Person in charge removed soiled dishes.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Basic Observed: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the operator. employe
Dec 29, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 12/1/25. Please renew at www.myfloridalicense.com
Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Observed back door open.
Dec 15, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 12/1/25. Please renew at www.myfloridalicense.com
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sour cream at 58F. Operator placed on ice.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked carnitas 76F and cooked beef 67F. Operator added to grill top to reheat.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed fly strips unopened on shelf next to food.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed utensils in hand sink. Operator removed.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Observed back door open.
Apr 10, 2025Inspection 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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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Food stored on floor.observed in front kitchen area bottles of water stored on floor.Person in charge removed from floor.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Observed back door, front door, and service window open. Educated Person in charge. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employees.
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. Observed: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Feb 7, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
- From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Feb 6, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 7 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
4 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Establishment operating with no potable running water.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 5 flying insects in side food truck.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Approximately 10 rodent droppings throughout the food truck.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed soiled dishes in handwashing sink. Person in charge removed soiled dishes.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 back door, front door, and service window open. Educated Person in charge. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employ
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Observed: Objectionable odor inside food truck.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Nov 15, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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- From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Nov 14, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 7 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 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Establishment operating with no potable running water.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed in side food truck approximately 5 flying insects.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 30 rodent droppings throughout inside truck.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed soiled dishes in handwashing sink. Person in charge removed.
Bottled water stored on floor. Person in charge removed from floor. 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 back door, front door, and service window open. Educated Person in charge. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Objectionable odor inside food truck.
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Apr 17, 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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Bottled water stored on floor. Person in charge removed from floor.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Observed back door, front door, and service window open. Educated Person in charge. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
- From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the manager.
Feb 14, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed soil dishes in Handwashing sink. Person in charge removed soil dishes.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Bottled water stored on floor. Person in charge removed from floor.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Observed back door, front door, and service window open. Educated Person in charge. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the manager.
Oct 20, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in Reach in cooler raw pork over cheese. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and printed a copy to Person in charge a copy of hand. Person in charge removed raw pork.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled with mold like substance. Person in charge cleaned and sanitized cutting board.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Bottled water stored on floor under grill. Person in charge removed from floor.
Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. Observed ceiling vent with no screen. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the manager.
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.