TAQUERIA OLIVOS
1444 E FLETCHER AVE, Tampa FL 33612 · 813.401.7161
Last inspected Mar 3, 2026 · 9 visits since December 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle disposing liquid waste improperly. Observed waste water coming from back of mobile unit waste water pipe. Discussed with operator that they must dump waste water in approved location. Operator turned off waste water pipe at time of inspection and are utilizing waste water tank.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Mar 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Corn tortillas stored in non-food grade bag inside refrigerator.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored overtop cooked refried beans inside refrigerator.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken,pork,beef, all cooked and held longer then 24 hours has no date markings inside refrigerator.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle containing cleaning chemicals has no labeling of chemical.
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Food stored on floor. Cilantro stored on floor.
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.
Sep 8, 2025Inspection 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/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored overtop cooked black beans inside double door refrigerator.
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.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets inside refrigerator by truck entrance are torn.
Food stored on floor. Cans of Pepsi stored on floor underneath food preparation table housing microwave.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets inside refrigerator by truck entrance are soiled with black-mold like substance.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sauces removed from original containers and placed in clear bottles has no labeling of ingredients inside reach in cooler.
May 27, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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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. Handwashing sink has meat stored inside it. Chef removed meat and properly stored it.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Beef,chicken cooked and held longer then 24 hours has no date markings.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Mar 26, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw beef stored overtop unwashed vegetables inside double door refrigerator.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Grilled jalapeños and onions held on time has no time markings. Chef added proper time stamp to jalapeños and onions
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. Handwashing sink has meat stored inside it. Chef removed meat and properly stored it.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Beef,chicken cooked and held longer then 24 hours has no date markings.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs hanging on fry basket handle.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Handwashing sink is slow to drain.
Sep 13, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
3 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. No food grade bags used to store jalapeños. Discussed with operator.
Nonfood-grade hose conveying potable water. Discussed with operator on obtaining food grade hose.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored over ready to eat lettuce. Discussed with operator.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink stored on prep table near microwave.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on reach in cooler near 3 compartment sink.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Single service cups stored underneath register table on floor. Discussed with operator.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container of flour and sugar not labeled, discussed with operator.
Sep 5, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. No food grade bags used to store jalapeños. Discussed with operator.
Nonfood-grade hose conveying potable water. Discussed with operator on obtaining food grade hose.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored over ready to eat lettuce. Discussed with operator.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked Onions (127F - Hot Holding) CORRECTED TO 165F, FIRST PREPPED AT 12:00 FIRST TEMPERATURE AT 12:55 SECOND TEMPERATURE AT 12:58;
Mobile food dispensing vehicle disposing liquid waste improperly. Observed waste water coming from back of mobile unit waste water pipe. Discussed with operator that they must dump waste water in approved location. Operator turned off waste water pipe at time of inspection and are utilizing waste water tank.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Beef, beans, chicken in reach in cooler not date marked. Discussed with operator.
Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Observed condensation draining from top of mobile unit air conditioner onto ground outside. Operator placed bucket underneath leak and at time of inspection. Operator cleaned and sanitized at time of inspection.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink stored on prep table near microwave.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee personal belongings stored above flour bins. Operator moved to approved location at time of inspection.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on reach in cooler near 3 compartment sink.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Single service cups stored underneath register table on floor. Discussed with operator.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Slow draining hand wash sink, discussed with operator.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container of flour and sugar not labeled, discussed with operator.
Feb 12, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed several food items stored in freezer with plastic grocery bags.
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.
Feb 8, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate1 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed several food items stored in freezer with plastic grocery bags.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed container of peppers and spray bottle containing lysol inside hand sink. Operator removed both.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle disposing liquid waste improperly. Observed wastewater disposing on ground from pvc pipe connected mobile unit. Observed small steady drip onto ground from wastewater pipe attached to food truck.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator provided hand towels.
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator provided dish soap to inspectors for handwashing.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle containing lysol not labeled.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed flour container and juice container with bowls containing no handle.
Dec 13, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Onions 110 F
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. For chlorine.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At handwash sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Chicken and pork in reach in cooler not date marked.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone and keys above microwave.
Food stored on floor. Water bottles on floor under microwave.
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.