Taco's Provechito
Last inspected: Apr 16, 2026
90
Score
Inspectors have visited Taco's Provechito seven times, with records going back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 16, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around six violations per visit versus roughly three violations earlier in the record.
“Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
The city-wide average for Bradenton sits at 83, putting Taco's Provechito on the better side of that line. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 16, 2026
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength.observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 10ppm); Person in charge added chlorine and Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine retested 100ppm) **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.Person in charge placed it in sanitizer bucket. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
90
Dec 6, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
5 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Employee washed hands with no soap.educated Person in charge on handwashing procedures and printed a copy of the handout. Person in charge washed hands with soap. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-20-4
High Priority - Raw beef stored over unwashed produce in reach in cooler.printed a copy of safe refrigerator storage.Person in charge removed raw beef. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation.observed in reach in cooler cooked beef date marked 11/28/25. Person in charge voluntarily discarded product.
02C-01-5
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.observed in main kitchen area Person in charge grabbed garbage pail with gloves on hands,cut an avocado and failed to remove soiled gloves and wash hands after touching garbage pail. Educated Person in charge on handwashing procedures. Person in charge discarded avocado,removed soiled gloves,washed hands and put on clean gloves. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-09-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. observed in reach in cooler cooked beef date marked 11/28/25. Person in charge voluntarily discarded product.
01B-13-4
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink.observed employee washed hands in 3 compartment sink. Educated Person in charge on handwashing procedures. Person in charge washed hands in Handwashing sink. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-03-4
Intermediate - Mobile food dispensing vehicle disposing liquid waste improperly.observed liquid waste water is draining on ground. Person in charge closed drain. **Corrective Action Taken**
28-09-5
Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service.
35B-14-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.observed microwave soiled with dried food particles.
22-08-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength.observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine over 200ppm); person in charge diluted with water and Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine recheck 100ppm) **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
33
Jan 9, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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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. Printed a copy to Person in charge. Both employees read and signed agreement. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Basic - Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle. **Warning**
50-03-4
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. **Warning**
50-04-4
Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. **Warning**
35B-14-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed above 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** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed in front kitchen area bottled water stored on floor. Person in charge removed from floor.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-38-4
64
Mar 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
67
Oct 10, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Apr 4, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 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 printed a copy
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 printed a copy.
11-26-1
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 across from Grill Cooked Beef and Chicken not date marked. Person in charge stated they were prepared on 4/1/2023 and date marked accordingly. Educated Person in charge on date marking. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
50-09-4
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. **Repeat Violation**
51-18-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in main kitchen area hood filters soiled with grease.
23-03-4
64
Nov 18, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed Beef (96F - Cooling); Start Time 11:00pm 11/17/22 End time 9:45am 11/18/22 (96F - Cooling) Person in charge stated the he left it out at room temperature at 11:00pm on 11/17/22. Educated Person in charge on proper protocol for cooling cooked foods. Email Person in charge cooling procedures in Spanish. Person in charge voluntarily discarded Beef.
03D-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed in Reach in cooler across from 3 bay compartment sink Raw ground beef above unwashed produce. Educated Person in charge on cold holding food. Person in charge removed Raw ground beef. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Beef (96F - Cooling); Start Time 11:00pm 11/17/22 End time 9:45am 11/18/22 (96F - Cooling) Person in charge stated that he left the Beef out at room to cool temperature at 11:00pm on 11/17/22. Educated Person in charge on proper protocol for cooling foods. Also sent Person in charge cooling procedures in Spanish. Person in charge voluntarily discarded Beef.
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No handwash sink located in vending machine area where employees service bulk food machines. Observed cooking utensils and a bag in Handwashing sink next to 3 bay compartment sink. Person in charge removed all items from Handwashing sink. - As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-01-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed Chicken,Pork and Beef no date marked in Reach in cooler across from Grill. Person in charge stated they were prepared on 11/16/22 and date marked the accordingly. - As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. - As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
50-09-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed Reach in coolers across from 3 bay compartment sink and stove interior food shelves soiled with dried food particles.
22-16-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Taco's Provechito last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Taco's Provechito on file is from Apr 16, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Taco's Provechito?
Across the inspection record, “wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taco's Provechito.
How does Taco's Provechito compare to other restaurants in Bradenton?
Taco's Provechito most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Bradenton average of 83.
Has Taco's Provechito's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Taco's Provechito have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Taco's Provechito 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 Taco's Provechito inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Taco's Provechito is inspected around two times per year on average.
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