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Blankitaz Tacos

10442 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL 33618
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Dec 5, 2023
32
Score
High Risk

Blankitaz Tacos has been inspected three times since 2022. The most recent report on file is from Dec 5, 2023. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection. Note that Blankitaz Tacos's inspection history hasn't been updated since Dec 5, 2023; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around 11 violations per visit versus roughly two violations earlier in the record.

Looking across the full record, “stop sale issued on time/temperature control” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

That's lower than the typical Tampa restaurant, which scores around 79. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

3
Inspections
3
Critical latest
6
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 5, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 6 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Stop sale : raw shelled eggs 60 f 12 raw shelled eggs ambient air temperature 57 f held overnight. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Quaternary ammonia above 200 ppm -400 ppm. Discussed with owner to remake the solution **Warning**
41-18-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.raw shelled eggs over ready to eat sauces reach in cooler by three compartment sink. **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Nonself-sufficient mobile food dispensing vehicle operator failed to submit a Commissary Notification form to the division for each commissary prior to use. Food truck switched from commissary on file to new commissary location **Warning**
51-21-4
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Printed for owner to post on truck window. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02B-02-5
Intermediate - 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. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Storing sanitizer bucket owner removed **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - 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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - 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. Missing for 1 employee **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Glass reach in cooler unwashed produce over ready to eat wraps reach in cooler. **Warning**
08B-17-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. **Warning**
16-13-5
32
May 11, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Steam table Hot holding: cook pork 115 f cook pork 115 f operator placed on flat top grill2nd temp to 165 f **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Stop sale - cooked beef 50 f held over 4 hours in cooler ambient temperature of 50 f operator discarded item. No temperatures taken.
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Blocked with dishes operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - 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. Provided by email
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board
22-02-4
55
Aug 9, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Blankitaz Tacos last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Blankitaz Tacos on file is from Dec 5, 2023. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Blankitaz Tacos?

Across the inspection record, “stop sale issued on time/temperature control” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Blankitaz Tacos.

How does Blankitaz Tacos compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Blankitaz Tacos most recently scored 32 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.

Has Blankitaz Tacos' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Blankitaz Tacos have averaged around 11 violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Blankitaz Tacos means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

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