Poppo's Taqueria
Last inspected: Jan 12, 2026
86
Score
Poppo's Taqueria has been inspected 10 times since 2022. The most recent visit was on Jan 12, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around three violations compared to roughly five violations earlier on.
When inspectors have written things up, “unsealed concrete floor in food preparation” has been the most frequent reason, cited six times.
Poppo's Taqueria's latest score of 86 sits above the Bradenton average of 83. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 12, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.observed spray bottle no label. person in charge stated it was glass cleaner and labeled it accordingly.
41-17-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed: Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation main kitchen area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employees.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
36-02-5
86
Sep 18, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed: Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation main kitchen area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employees. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-18: **Time Extended**
36-02-5
95
Jul 17, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink by dishwasher.Person in charge filled soap. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
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.gave a copy to Person in charge and all employees currently working read and signed agreement. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items.observed 2 cell phones on food preparation table.Person in charge removed and washed table. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.observed in back kitchen area employee engaged in food preparation with multiple rings on fingers. Employee removed and washed hands. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
13-07-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed: Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation main kitchen area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employees. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-02-5
64
Feb 7, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed: Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Person in charge labeled container grease cutter.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Person in charge inverted mop.
42-01-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee put on beard guard and washed hands.
13-04-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside on south end of building.
35B-01-4
Basic - Food storage containers not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Person in charge separated containers. **Corrective Action Taken**
24-08-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed: Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation main kitchen area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employees. **Repeat Violation**
36-02-5
70
Jul 24, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation main kitchen area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-24: **Time Extended**
36-02-5
95
Jul 17, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
50
Jan 19, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed in front kitchen area employee preparing food with wrist watch. Employee removed watch and washed hands. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site**
13-07-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in back kitchen area by floor drain and by dish machine exposed unsealed concrete.
36-02-5
90
Aug 3, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
86
Dec 16, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw Beef steak over Cooked Pork Educated Person in charge on cold holding food. Person in charge removed raw beef. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in back kitchen area over grill soiled ceiling tiles.
36-34-5
Basic - Employee in front kitchen on sandwich make station with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Person in charge had employee put on hair restraint and wash hands. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
33-19-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in back kitchen and front kitchen area over grill and fryers hood filters soiled with grease.
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid and dumpster is to full to close.
33-16-4
67
Sep 6, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee went from soiled end of the dishwasher, sprayed chemicals and cleaned table and put on gloves to prepare food no hand washing . Educated Person in charge on Handwashing and glove use. Employee washed hands and put on clean gloves. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-07-5
Basic - Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Observed Dishwasher chlorine Sanitizer at 000ppm. Sanitizer container was empty. Person in charge changed container and retested at 100ppm.
16-55-4
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee drink a beverage in food preparation area.
12B-02-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed no beard guard on employee preparing food.
13-04-4
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Poppo's Taqueria last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Poppo's Taqueria on file is from Jan 12, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Poppo's Taqueria?
Across the inspection record, “unsealed concrete floor in food preparation” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Poppo's Taqueria.
How does Poppo's Taqueria compare to other restaurants in Bradenton?
Poppo's Taqueria most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Bradenton average of 83.
Has Poppo's Taqueria's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Poppo's Taqueria have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Poppo's Taqueria 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 Poppo's Taqueria inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Poppo's Taqueria is inspected around three times per year on average.
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