El Taco Loco

6103 28 St E Ste G, Bradenton, FL 34203

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Mar 29, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Across the available record, El Taco Loco has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2022. El Taco Loco was last inspected on Mar 29, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around five violations to closer to two violations per visit.

Across the inspection history, “food stored on floor” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

That's lower than the typical Bradenton restaurant, which scores around 83. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 29, 2026

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. observed dishes in handwashing sink. Person in charge remove dishes. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

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. Bertha

53B-13-5

Basic - Food stored on floor.observed in main kitchen area tortillas stored on floor. Person in charge removed. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

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 microwave. **Corrected On-Site**

22-08-4

Mar 4, 2026

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Dead roaches on premises.observed 1 dead cockroach near stove Person in charge cleaned and sanitized floor. **Corrected On-Site**

35A-03-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in main kitchen area reach in cooler gasket soiled with mold like substance.

23-03-4

Jul 16, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-16: No proof of certified food manager **Admin Complaint**

53A-01-7

May 13, 2025

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.observed slicer soiled with dried foods.Person in charge cleaned slicer. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

22-02-4

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**

53A-01-7

Basic - Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

50-03-4

Sep 8, 2024

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink block with chairs and clean dishes. Person in charge removed all. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**

16-37-1

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Person in charge filled soap dispenser. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-03-4

Basic - Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**

50-03-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over grill and fryer hood filters soiled with grease.

23-03-4

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**

50-09-4

Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee put on guard and washed hands. **Corrected On-Site**

13-04-4

Apr 9, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration

FL-33

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Nov 14, 2023

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed next to warming unit cooking oil stored on floor. Person in charge removed oil from floor.

08B-38-4

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed in main kitchen area microwave soiled with dried food particles. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**

22-08-4

Basic - Approximately 9 Floor tiles in disrepair throughout kitchen area.

36-17-5

Jun 7, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations.

View 3 violations

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Nov 22, 2022

Routine - Food

No violations found.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Taco Loco last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Taco Loco on file is from Mar 29, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at El Taco Loco?

Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at El Taco Loco.

How does El Taco Loco compare to other restaurants in Bradenton?

El Taco Loco most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Bradenton average of 83.

Has El Taco Loco's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at El Taco Loco have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at El Taco Loco 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 El Taco Loco inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, El Taco Loco is inspected around three times per year on average.

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