WICKED TACO CANTINA
101 7TH STREET NORTH, Bradenton Beach FL 34217 · (941) 281-2990
Last inspected Mar 3, 2026 · 8 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Shrimp 58F, Diced Tomato 58. Manager stated cooler had been in use for approximately 1.5 hours for lunch. Employee iced products, Shrimp 40F, Diced tomato 40F.
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2017059376 | Nov 29, 2017 | Jan 2, 2018 | $400 |
| 7--2017031744 | May 26, 2017 | Aug 4, 2017 | $200 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Mar 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Brenda L. and Trenton S with expired food handler certification.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling around vent in kitchen across from walk-in cooler with peeling paint.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board on cook line with cut marks and stains.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 2 dead roaches in back storage area. Operator cleaned up roaches.
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Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on food preperation table in food prep area. Operator removed drink.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on stainless pans on clean dish rack. Operator removed pans for cleaning, sanitizing and to properly air dry.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed wiping cloth sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Operator changed bucket and corrected to 200ppm..
Oct 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed surface rust on bottom shelf of food preparation table holding cutting boards.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove molding separating from wall next to entrance to bar area.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 2 dead roaches in storage room. Operator removed dead roaches, cleaned and sanitized area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters over cook line with grease and soil.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed pipe leaking on to the floor in corner behind clean pot rack and next to entrance to bar area. Operator called repair.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed quaternary wiping cloth sanitizer at 0ppm. Operator let sanitizer run and refilled buckets. Quaternary sanitizer bucket now at 200ppm.
Jun 17, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 9, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine chemical dish machine at 0ppm. Operator set up 3 compartment sink to sanitize dishes.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed ground beef patties in walk-in cooler at 48F. Operator stated that patties had been in cooler since day before. Operator voluntarily discarded ground beef patties.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pooled eggs at 56F. Operator stated that they had been out approximately 1hr. Operator moved pooled eggs to walk in cooler and placed on ice to rapidly cool. Observed ground beef patties in walk-in cooler at 48F. Operator stated that patties had been in cooler since day before. Operator voluntarily discarded ground beef patties.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed wiping cloth quaternary sanitizer too strong. Operator diluted sanitizer to 300ppm.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged in food preparation without a hair net. Employee put on hat.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer in read-in cooler in server area. Operator replaced thermometer.
Mar 26, 2025□ 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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Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove molding separated from wall. Operator stated work order has been put in.
Jan 24, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Operator stated certificates were destroyed in hurricane and establishment was in the process of obtaining new certificates.
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. Operator stated paperwork was destroyed by hurricane and they are in the process of obtaining new certificates.
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. Operator stated paperwork was destroyed by hurricane. Operator printed more form and was in the process of having employees read and sign employee health agreements.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed solo cup being used to dispense seasoning. Operator removed solo cup.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove molding separated from wall. Operator stated work order has been put in.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet wiping cloth under cutting boards in food prep area. Operator removed wiping cloths.
Apr 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.Employee switched tasks and put on gloves without washing hands. Educated employee on handwashing. Employee washed hands and put on new gloves.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Shrimp 58F, Diced Tomato 58. Manager stated cooler had been in use for approximately 1.5 hours for lunch. Employee iced products, Shrimp 40F, Diced tomato 40F.
Oct 25, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand wash sink across from back exit door. Operator put paper towels at sink.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. Observed in bottom of dishmachine.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer Observed 2 cutting boards at cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of soda dispensing machine at hostess station soiled. Operator cleaned exterior.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at bar-mug cooler. Operator cleaned standing water from unit.
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.