Tacos El Guero 3

5108 15 St E, Bradenton, FL 34203
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Mar 16, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Tacos El Guero 3 has 11 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 16, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.

Looking across the full record, “no copy of latest inspection report available” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Bradenton restaurant scores 83. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

11
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 16, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 12, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.observed in reach in cooler raw shrimp over cooked shrimp. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout.Person in charge removed raw shrimp. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved for establishment previously licensed by the DBPR. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment is currently using and renovated the booth across from establishment. Booths 773,74,75 and 76.Educated Person in charge on renovations and plan review. **Warning**
51-12-5
Basic - very slow draining water in handwash sink. **Warning**
29-20-5
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.. **Warning**
51-18-6
Basic - Cooking oil stored on floor.Person in charge removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-02-5
64
Sep 12, 2025
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Basic - Bathroom facility in disrepair. Observed: Bathroom facility in disrepair.observed in men's bathroom 1 toilet out of order and 1 toilet no seat.
32-05-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed in main kitchen area microwave soiled wit dried food particles.Person in charge cleaned. **Corrected On-Site**
22-08-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Outer openings not protected with self-closing door on west end of building.
35B-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.Person in charge inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation.
36-02-5
78
Feb 25, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 24, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
67
Aug 23, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in reach in cooler raw shrimp over cheese and bread rolls. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge removed shrimp. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw pork stored over unwashed produce in reach in cooler. Person in charge removed raw pork. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed in reach in cooler cooked beef not date marked. Person in charge stated it was prepared on 9/22/24 and date marked accordingly. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
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.
51-18-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over grill hood filters soiled with grease. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
61
Mar 28, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
90
Jan 25, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**
53A-03-7
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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
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** **Warning**
51-18-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in main kitchen area above Grill and Fryers hood filters soiled with grease. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water very slow draining water in three-compartment sink. **Warning**
29-20-5
70
Sep 18, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 20, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 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. Educated Person in charge and emailed Person in charge a copy. **Warning**
11-26-1
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. Educated Person in charge and emailed a copy to Person in charge **Warning**
11-27-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed,hood filters over grill and fryers soiled with grease.
23-03-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. **Warning**
51-18-6
74
Aug 18, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tacos El Guero 3 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tacos El Guero 3 on file is from Mar 16, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Tacos El Guero 3?

Across the inspection record, “no copy of latest inspection report available” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Tacos El Guero 3.

How does Tacos El Guero 3 compare to other restaurants in Bradenton?

Tacos El Guero 3 most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Bradenton average of 83.

Has Tacos El Guero 3's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Tacos El Guero 3 have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Tacos El Guero 3 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 Tacos El Guero 3 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Tacos El Guero 3 is inspected around three times per year on average.