Dona Betty Tacos
Last inspected: Nov 7, 2025
74
Score
Public records show eight inspections at Dona Betty Tacos stretching back to 2022. Dona Betty Tacos was last inspected on Nov 7, 2025. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around five violations each, up from closer to one violation before.
The pattern that stands out is “no proof provided that food employees are informed”, which has been cited two times.
That's lower than the typical Bradenton restaurant, which scores around 83. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 7, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed multiple food item being stored in non-food grade bags. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-07: Observed multiple food items stored in non-food grade bags at the time of this inspection. **Admin Complaint**
14-31-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Dulce L, Maria G, Adriana G without food handlers certification. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-07: Observed Adriana G with her food managers certification through National Registry of Food Safety Professionals. Dulce L no longer works for establishment. Operator was unable to provide Maria G. food handler certification. **Admin Complaint**
53B-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards on cook line with cut marks. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-07: Observed cutting boards with cut marks at the time of this inspection. **Time Extended**
14-09-4
74
Sep 4, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed multiple food item being stored in non-food grade bags. **Warning**
14-31-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chopped beef at 53F, chicken at 43F operator stated items had been in cooler for approximately 30 minutes while traveling from commissary. Operator moved products to another cooler and put ice on products to rapidly cool. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Dulce L, Maria G, Adriana G without food handlers certification. **Warning**
53B-02-5
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. Observed 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 that all paperwork was at there home. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed container of utensil in handwashing sink. Operator removed container of utensils. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at handwashing sink on food truck. Operator replaced paper towel. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed pot of tamales being stored on the floor. Operator moved pot of tamales to stove. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a solo cup being used to dispense seasoning, in food preparation area. Operator removed solo cup. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards on cook line with cut marks. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employees drink in cooler with food being served to the public. Operator removed drink. **Warning**
12B-13-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop not hung to dry. Operator hung mop to dry. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
42-01-4
39
Jun 11, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 29, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
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 at the time of the inspection read and signed agreements. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Objectionable odor in side food truck from waste tank.
36-64-5
86
May 28, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 15, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination on cooks line. Person in charge inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed in main kitchen area side stored on floor. Person in charge removed from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
90
Jun 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
82
Dec 20, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-2
Intermediate - Mobile food dispensing vehicle disposing liquid waste improperly. Observed slow waste water leak in back left of truck.
28-09-5
Basic - Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.
50-03-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. - As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
51-18-6
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Dona Betty Tacos last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Dona Betty Tacos on file is from Nov 7, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Dona Betty Tacos?
Across the inspection record, “no proof provided that food employees are informed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Dona Betty Tacos.
How does Dona Betty Tacos compare to other restaurants in Bradenton?
Dona Betty Tacos most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Bradenton average of 83.
Has Dona Betty Tacos' inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Dona Betty Tacos have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Dona Betty Tacos means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Dona Betty Tacos inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Dona Betty Tacos is inspected around three times per year on average.
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