Chilango's Tacos
Last inspected: Jan 22, 2026
90
Score
Inspectors have visited Chilango's Tacos eight times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Jan 22, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.
Compared to the broader Bradenton restaurant scene, where the average is 83, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Jan 22, 2026
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Stored soft tortillas not covered.Person in charge covered. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled with dried food particles.
23-03-4
90
Nov 14, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.observed in entree make station cutting board soiled with mold like substance. Person in charge cleaned boards. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-02-4
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
82
Mar 27, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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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. Printed a copy to Person in charge.all employees working read and signed agreements. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
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.printed a copy to Person in charge **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area.observed on food prep table open cup of beverage. Employee discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-02-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed ice stored on floor.person in charge removed from floor.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination over reach in cooler. Person in charge inverted.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
25-06-4
70
Oct 4, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed in reach in cooler across from hot food line cooked pinto beans (58F - Cooling) Educated person in charge on cooling procedures and emailed person in charge a copy of the handout in English and Spanish. Person in charge voluntarily discarded. **Corrective Action Taken**
03D-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in reach in cooler across from hot food line cooked pinto beans (58F - Cooling) Educated person in charge on cooling procedures and emailed person in charge a copy of the handout in English and Spanish.
01B-02-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bottle water stored on floor.person in charge removed from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of food debris. Person in charge cleaned microwave. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination over reach in cooler. Person in charge inverted **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
64
Feb 8, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed above food preparation table Raw Shell Egg (60F - Cold Holding) Person in charge stated that they had been out at room temperature since 2/5/24. Educated Person in charge on Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge voluntarily discarded Shell Eggs.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed above food preparation table Raw Shell Egg (60F - Cold Holding) Person in charge stated that they had been out at room temperature since 2/5/24. Educated Person in charge on Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge voluntarily discarded Shell Eggs.
01B-02-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Person in charge filled soap dispenser. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed in main kitchen area microwave soiled with dried food particles. Person in charge cleaned and sanitized. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
64
Nov 3, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in Reach in cooler in main kitchen area raw shell Eggs over ready to eat tomato salsa. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout in Spanish and English. Person in charge removed raw shell Eggs. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed on entree make station cutting board stained with food particles.
22-02-4
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. Educated Person in charge and Person in charge read handout and signed and dated handout. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed over Reach in cooler microwave soiled with dried food particles.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over fryers and Grill soiled hood filters with grease. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
64
Mar 10, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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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. Educated Person in charge and emailed a copy.
11-27-4
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. Educated Person in charge and emailed a copy.
11-26-1
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Educated Person in charge on hair restraint. Employee put on hair restraint and washed hands.
13-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over fryers and Grill soiled hood filters with grease. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed above steam table single service items not inverted. Person in charge inverted. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
25-06-4
70
Nov 17, 2022
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed Sour Cream no date mark in 2 door Reach in cooler. Person in charge stated that it was opened on 11/14/22 Educated Person in charge on date marking food. Person in charge date marked he Sour Cream 11/14/22 **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - 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. Francisca
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed Pico De Gallo and Chicken no date mark in 2 door Reach in cooler. Person in charge stated that it was prepared on 11/14/22 Educated Person in charge on date marking food. Person in charge date marked both food items 11/14/22 As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over fryers and Grill soiled hood filters with grease.
23-03-4
Basic - Observed Food stored on floor next to 3 bay compartment sink. Person in charge removed from the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed above steam table single service items not inverted. Person in charge inverted.
25-06-4
64
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Chilango's Tacos last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Chilango's Tacos on file is from Jan 22, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Chilango's Tacos?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Chilango's Tacos.
How does Chilango's Tacos compare to other restaurants in Bradenton?
Chilango's Tacos most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Bradenton average of 83.
Has Chilango's Tacos' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Chilango's Tacos have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Chilango's Tacos 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 Chilango's Tacos inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Chilango's Tacos is inspected around three times per year on average.
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