Tacos El Guero

835 301 Blvd E, Bradenton, FL 34203
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Feb 19, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk

Tacos El Guero appears in inspection records 10 times, starting in 2022. The most recent report on file is from Feb 19, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around two violations lately and about five violations before that.

“Current hotel and restaurant license not displayed” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

Tacos El Guero's latest score of 90 sits above the Bradenton average of 83. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 19, 2026
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer
14-69-4
90
Sep 23, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.observed Handwashing sink filled with dishes.Person in charge removed soiled dishes.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.employee put on hair restraint and washed hands.
13-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor.observed onions stored on floor.Person in charge removed from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.observed hood filters soiled.
23-03-4
78
May 1, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 28, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored.observed bleach stored above bottled beverages. Person in charge removed bleach. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.observed in handwashing sink soiled dish.Person in charge removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. 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-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Person in charge filled paper towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
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. Observed: 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. Emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout in English and Spanish. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Person in charge filled soap dispenser. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Soda stored on floor. Person in charge removed from floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
45
Jul 26, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 25, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
58
Sep 26, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : 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** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-26: **Time Extended**
51-18-6
95
Jul 25, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 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. Educated Person in charge and emailed in both English and Spanish. **Warning**
11-27-4
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 in English and Spanish. **Warning**
11-26-1
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 - Food stored on floor. Observed bottle water and soda stored on floor. **Warning**
08B-38-4
74
Nov 29, 2022
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
50-04-4
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 - Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.
50-03-4
86
Jul 18, 2022
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tacos El Guero last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tacos El Guero on file is from Feb 19, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Tacos El Guero?

Across the inspection record, “current hotel and restaurant license not displayed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Tacos El Guero.

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

Tacos El Guero most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Bradenton average of 83.

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

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Tacos El Guero 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 inspected?

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