Tacos El Mocambo

2701 Swindell Rd Unit 2, Lakeland, FL 33805
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Jun 22, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Tacos El Mocambo three times, with records going back to 2022. On Jun 22, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around two violations, down from roughly four violations earlier in the record.

Looking across the full record, “no paper towels” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

By comparison, the average Lakeland facility scores 85, putting Tacos El Mocambo on the weaker side. The record reflects steady performance over time.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Inspection History
Jun 22, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Storing pans in sink. Pic removed pans **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
31B-02-4
82
Jul 16, 2023
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Foil pans. operator moved. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand washing sink
31B-02-4
Basic - Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Spoon on front counter.
25-02-4
78
Jul 29, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Test strip for cholin
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.
31B-03-4
Basic - Ambient air thermometer not located in the coolest part of the hot holding unit. Reachin cooler
05-04-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand washing sink
31B-04-4
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tacos El Mocambo last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tacos El Mocambo on file is from Jun 22, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Tacos El Mocambo?

Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Tacos El Mocambo.

How does Tacos El Mocambo compare to other restaurants in Lakeland?

Tacos El Mocambo most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Lakeland average of 85.

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

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Tacos El Mocambo 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 Mocambo inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Tacos El Mocambo is inspected roughly once per year on average.