Loco Taco Truck

1760 Drew St, Clearwater, FL 33755

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Mar 18, 2026

Score

High Risk

Across the available record, Loco Taco Truck has six inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 18, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around six violations each, up from closer to one violation before.

The pattern that stands out is “food-contact surface soiled with food debris”, which has been cited two times.

By comparison, the average Clearwater facility scores 79, putting Loco Taco Truck on the weaker side. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Mar 18, 2026

Routine - Food

5 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 9 violations

Intermediate - Nonself-sufficient mobile food dispensing vehicle operating from an unapproved commissary. Food storage coolers inside storage unit separate building from Vernanda Food Market , owned by Food Mart used for mobile food truck .

51-22-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - red cutting board stained

22-02-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Utensils stored inside hand wash sink. Reviewed with person in charge hand sink is for washing hands only and must be accessible at all times **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

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

53A-01-7

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.

53B-01-5

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw chicken thawing at room temperature in storage unit . Person in charge relocated chicken to the reach in cooler **Corrective Action Taken**

06-01-5

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Provided sign to operator. Operator posted hand wash sign **Corrected On-Site**

31B-04-4

Basic - Red cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.

14-09-4

Sep 24, 2025

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

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. Inspector provided **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

11-27-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Small white cutting board on sandwich cooler

22-02-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Owner provided paper towels **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Inspector provided **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

51-13-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.

31B-04-4

Feb 26, 2025

Food-Licensing Inspection

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Feb 2, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Juan and Leticia has no proof of training - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-21: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-02: No proof of employee training provided for Juan . Leticia Moreno had ServSafe food manager certificate dated 1/16/2024 **Admin Complaint**

53B-01-5

Jun 14, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Dec 21, 2022

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Show all 6 inspections Show less

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Loco Taco Truck last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Loco Taco Truck on file is from Mar 18, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Loco Taco Truck?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Loco Taco Truck.

How does Loco Taco Truck compare to other restaurants in Clearwater?

Loco Taco Truck most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Clearwater average of 79.

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

No. Recent inspections at Loco Taco Truck have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Loco Taco Truck 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.

How often is Loco Taco Truck inspected?

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

Nearby Restaurants

China Wok

1506 Gulf To Bay Blvd

Score: 61 — Medium Risk

Nolen

949 Cleveland St

Score: 100 — Low Risk

Taqueria Salinas USA

1907 Drew St

Score: 100 — Low Risk

Explore More

→ All locations in Clearwater → Mexican / Latin restaurants in Florida → Mexican / Latin restaurants in Clearwater