TORRES BROS TAQUERIA RESTAURANT
3503 W BAKER ST, Plant City FL 33563
Last inspected Dec 18, 2024 · 7 visits since March 2024
□ Not on the state's active licence list
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
MAR 24
MAY 24
DEC 24
≈ ERRATIC
3 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle disposing of wastewater at an unapproved location. Operator has grease trap on exterior of truck that connects to a large blue barrel that wastewater is draining into and pump is pumping into large exterior waste water tank. Operator pulls wastewater tank and empties it at another location.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Dec 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority6 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
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. Emailed a copy
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Using Quaternary Ammonium
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. 1 food employee
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Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Well water testing report/documentation is not available upon request. For on site well
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In 79° degrees
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Under grill
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Handwash sink not draining
Aug 1, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 30, 2024Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
Recorded at 107 E DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLV, Dover — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Sink compartments of three-compartment sink too small to accommodate utensils or equipment. Observed large pot that is unable to fit in hand sink
May 21, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
Recorded at 107 E DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLV, Dover — this licence has since moved.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Mobile food dispensing vehicle obtaining water from an unapproved source. Operator obtaining potable water from well at operating location, but has no well report
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Truck has unenclosed coolers being stored outside of truck. Operator has separate food trailer currently being used for storage for food items for truck. Storage Trailer has wheels that have been removed Truck can operate independently as a licensed unit. Operator is storing food, and preparing food on unit, bit is not selling from unit.
Nonself-sufficient mobile food dispensing vehicle operating from an unapproved commissary. Operator obtaining water from well at operating location, But has nowell report
Mobile food dispensing vehicle is not self-propelled or otherwise movable from place to place. Front tires low, and is hard connected to propane
May 21, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 10 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
Recorded at 107 E DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLV, Dover — this licence has since moved.
2 High priority6 Intermediate2 Basic
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Mobile food dispensing vehicle disposing of wastewater at an unapproved location. Operator has grease trap on exterior of truck that connects to a large blue barrel that wastewater is draining into and pump is pumping into large exterior waste water tank. Operator pulls wastewater tank and empties it at another location.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle obtaining water from an unapproved source. Operator obtaining potable water from well at operating location, but has no well report. Verified with operator they installed well on parking lot, but have no proof of installation or well testing reports.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed tortillas stored in hand sink. Manager removed
Mobile food dispensing vehicle disposing liquid waste improperly. Observed grease trap installed outside of food truck that connects into blue barrel that has an electric pump that pumps the water outside of the food truck onto the ground in the back. Food prep trailer has waste water going on ground when sinks are running on the back side of the trailer
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Or soap on main trailer
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Truck has unenclosed coolers being stored outside of truck. Operator has separate food trailer currently being used for storage for food items for truck. Storage Trailer has wheels that have been removed Truck can operate independently as a licensed unit. Operator is storing food, and preparing food on unit, but is not selling from unit.
Nonself-sufficient mobile food dispensing vehicle operating from an unapproved commissary. Operating off of side of road at 4805 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Plant City, FL 33566. Unable to report to license location due to hard connections and tires being flat
Sink compartments of three-compartment sink too small to accommodate utensils or equipment. Observed large pot that is unable to fit in hand sink
Food stored outside. Observed case of onions stored outside. Also observed portable gas burner with pot of cooking liquid in enclosed screened area behind truck.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle connected to utilities on more than a temporary basis. Observed hard connection to propane tanks, tires, deflated, licensed trailer, and food storage trailer tires have been removed.
Mar 22, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
Recorded at 107 E DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLV, Dover — this licence has since moved.
1 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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Mobile food dispensing vehicle obtaining water from an unapproved source. Operator obtaining potable water from well at operating location, but has no well report
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Truck has unenclosed coolers being stored outside of truck. Operator has separate food trailer currently being used for storage for food items for truck. Storage Trailer has wheels that have been removed Truck can operate independently as a licensed unit. Operator is storing food, and preparing food on unit, bit is not selling from unit.
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.
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.
Nonself-sufficient mobile food dispensing vehicle operating from an unapproved commissary. Operator obtaining water from well at operating location, But has nowell report
Mobile food dispensing vehicle is not self-propelled or otherwise movable from place to place. Front tires low, and is hard connected to propane
Mar 21, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
Recorded at 107 E DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLV, Dover — this licence has since moved.
1 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Mobile food dispensing vehicle obtaining water from an unapproved source. Operator obtaining potable water from well at operating location, but has no well report
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Truck has unenclosed coolers being stored outside of truck. Operator has separate food trailer currently being used for storage for food items for truck. Storage Trailer has wheels that have been removed Truck can operate independently as a licensed unit. Operator is storing food, and preparing food on unit, bit is not selling from unit.
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.
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.
Nonself-sufficient mobile food dispensing vehicle operating from an unapproved commissary. Operator obtaining water from well at operating location, But has nowell report
Food stored outside. Observed 3 coolers in unenclosed screened area. Observed bags of cheese, ice, whole tomatoes, and cook beef
Mobile food dispensing vehicle is not self-propelled or otherwise movable from place to place. Front tires low, and is hard connected to propane
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.