TAQUERIA ZAFRITAS
5108 15 ST E, Bradenton FL 34203 · 941-524-0834
Last inspected Jul 22, 2026 · 10 visits since September 2023
JAN 25
APR 25
AUG 25
DEC 25
JUL 26
≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. observed in main kitchen area and front dining area three live roaches.
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 22, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Garbage can located outside has no lid or lid open/broken.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in reach in cooler on cook line gaskets soiled with mold like substance.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.Person in charge placed cloth in sanitizer.
Dec 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.observed in main kitchen area, employee touched cell phone with gloves on the touched single service container.educated Person in charge on glove use and hand washing. Employee discarded single service item,removed cell phone, removed soiled gloves,washed hands and put on clean gloves.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at both sinks.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over fryer hoof filters soiled with grease.
Aug 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Bathroom facility in disrepair.observed 1 toilet out of order and 1 toilet with no seat.
Employee purse stored in a food preparation area.Person in charge removed purse.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing door on west end of building.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Toilet leaking in men's bathroom.
Apr 22, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 21, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. observed in main kitchen area and front dining area three live roaches.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in reach in cooler raw shell eggs (61F - Cold Holding); beef steak (64F - Cold Holding); pork (62F - Cold Holding). Person in charge stated that all food had been in the reach in cooler since 4/20/25 and voluntarily discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler raw shell eggs (61F - Cold Holding); beef steak (64F - Cold Holding); pork (62F - Cold Holding). Person in charge stated that all food had been in the reach in cooler since 4/20/25 and voluntarily discarded.
Dead roaches on premises. observed in back kitchen area and men's room 3 dead roaches.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing door on west end of building.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Observed in main kitchen area handwashing sink and 3 compartment sink over flowing on to floor. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employees
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed in main kitchen area, three compartment sink drain over flowing on floor.Person in charge called maintenance.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.Person in charge inverted.
Jan 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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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. Observed some employees not informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Person in charge had employees currently working read and sign.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over fryer and grill hood filters soiled with grease.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing door on west end of building.
Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Observed in main kitchen area handwashing sink and 3 compartment sink over flowing on to floor. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Jul 29, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Standing water draining water in handwash sink and three-compartment sink.
Jul 26, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee washed hands in 3 compartment with no soap. Educated Person in charge on hand washing procedures and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Employee washed hands with soap in hand washing sink.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed in main kitchen area, employee filling portion control cups dropped plastic bottle on floor. Employee picked up bottle Off floor with gloves on hand, continued filling cups and failed to remove soiled gloves and wash hands. Educated Person in charge on glove use and hand washing procedures. Emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Employee discharged p.c. cup,washed hands and put on clean gloves.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in reach in cooler next to grill in main kitchen area Cooked Rice (53F - Cold Holding); Cheese (49F - Cold Holding); Chicken (52F - Cold Holding); Stuffed Peppers (54F - Cold Holding) Person in charge stated all food was placed in reach in cooler on 7/25/24. Educated Person in charge on Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge voluntarily discarded all food items.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler next to grill in main kitchen area Cooked Rice (53F - Cold Holding); Cheese (49F - Cold Holding); Chicken (52F - Cold Holding); Stuffed Peppers (54F - Cold Holding) Person in charge stated all food was placed in reach in cooler on 7/25/24. Educated Person in charge on Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge voluntarily discarded all food items.
Standing water draining water in handwash sink and three-compartment sink.
Jan 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed in main kitchen area by 3 compartment sink employee washed dishes and failed to sanitize dishes. Educated Person in charge on Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Person in charge set up 3 cs and sanitized the dishes.
Sep 7, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed in main kitchen area chlorine Sanitizer over 200ppm. Person in charge diluted with water and retested at 100ppm.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry in main kitchen area. Person in charge inverted mop.
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