Antojitos El Gallito

1527 8 Ave W, Palmetto, FL 34221

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Jul 25, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Antojitos El Gallito has six inspections on file, the first dated 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Jul 25, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.

“No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Restaurants in Palmetto average 83, so Antojitos El Gallito is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jul 25, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with blue liquid in it. Owner labeled. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Feb 7, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink blocked with pans. Owner moved pans. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting board on flip top cooler.

14-09-4

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed food prep employee with no hair restraint. Employee put restraint on. **Corrected On-Site**

13-03-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed to go stored right side up. Owner inverted. **Corrected On-Site**

25-05-4

Feb 9, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Observed no probe thermometer on site. **Repeat Violation**

05-08-4

Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. Observed no license posted on exterior of trailer. **Repeat Violation**

50-04-4

Basic - Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle. Observed no current decal posted.

50-03-4

Sep 29, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no test strip on site. **Repeat Violation**

16-37-1

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Observed no probe thermometer on site.

05-08-4

50-04-4

May 26, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Jan 19, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations.

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Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Antojitos El Gallito last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Antojitos El Gallito on file is from Jul 25, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Antojitos El Gallito?

Across the inspection record, “no probe thermometer provided to measure temperature” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Antojitos El Gallito.

How does Antojitos El Gallito compare to other restaurants in Palmetto?

Antojitos El Gallito most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Palmetto average of 83.

Has Antojitos El Gallito's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Antojitos El Gallito have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Antojitos El Gallito means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Antojitos El Gallito inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Antojitos El Gallito is inspected around two times per year on average.

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