Screaming Goat Taqueria
Last inspected: Aug 4, 2025
95
Score
Public records show 10 inspections at Screaming Goat Taqueria stretching back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Aug 4, 2025. 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 one violation compared to roughly three violations earlier on.
Among Sarasota restaurants, the typical score is 81; Screaming Goat Taqueria is comfortably above that bar. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 4, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Accumulation of debris on the top exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
95
Mar 17, 2025
Complaint Partial
No violations found.
100
Mar 14, 2025
Complaint Partial
1 critical violation.
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High Priority - Live, small flying insects found Observed approximately 10 small flying insects near a drain behind the front counter.
35A-02-7
86
Feb 17, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
90
Nov 18, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jul 9, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
43
Dec 8, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed the quaternary wiping cloth solution behind the front counter at 500ppm. The operator replaced the solution at 200ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed an employee wash and rinse tongs without sanitizing. The employee filled the sanitizer compartment of the sink and properly rewashed the tongs. **Corrected On-Site**
22-45-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink on the cook line. The operator provided the hand sink with soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Clean wiping cloth supply not properly stored. Observed clean wiping cloths stored on the floor in the storage area. The operator properly stored the wiping cloths. **Corrected On-Site**
21-19-4
Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container.
12B-12-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee cell phone stored on a shelf above a food preparation table in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the cell phone. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic containers of oil stored on the floor in the storage area. The operator properly stored the oil. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
55
Aug 15, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
58
May 16, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed diced tomatoes (44F - Cold Holding); salsa (46F - Cold Holding); sour cream (47F - Cold Holding); coleslaw (45F - Cold Holding); corn salsa (45F - Cold Holding); cooked mushrooms (44F - Cold Holding); cut cauliflower (46F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (47F - Cold Holding); queso fresco (47F - Cold Holding) in the reach in cooler. Operator stated the above items have been stored in the reach in cooler for 2.5 hours. Operator placed the above items in the walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed quaternary sanitizer solution for wiping sloths at 400ppm. Operator diluted the solution to 200ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-27-4
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed dented #10 can of chipotle peppers in the dry storage area. Operator discarded the dented can. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
01B-01-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed multiple employee beverages stored on food prep tables in the kitchen. Operator properly stored the employee beverages. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Operator closed the lid. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed wiping cloth solution bucket stored on the floor. Operator properly stored the sanitizer buckets. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-38-4
55
Dec 22, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over ready to eat cooked beef in walk in cooler. Operator stored the cooked beef above the raw chicken. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed wiping cloth quaternary sanitizer solution at 400ppm. Operator discarded the solution and refilled solution measuring at 200ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
Basic - Garbage not placed in a receptacle for storage until pick up to make the garbage inaccessible to insects and rodents. Observed bagged trash on ground outside of receptacle. Operator states the trash is unable to be picked up due to low hanging power lines.
33-09-4
Basic - Dumpster overflowing garbage. Operator states the trash is unable to be picked up due to low hanging power lines.
33-14-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Screaming Goat Taqueria last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Screaming Goat Taqueria on file is from Aug 4, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
How does Screaming Goat Taqueria compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?
Screaming Goat Taqueria most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Sarasota average of 81.
Has Screaming Goat Taqueria's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Screaming Goat Taqueria have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Screaming Goat 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 Screaming Goat Taqueria inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Screaming Goat Taqueria is inspected around four times per year on average.
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