Takeria Alexander

618 23 St E, Bradenton, FL 34208

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Feb 20, 2024

Score

Medium Risk

Across the available record, Takeria Alexander has four inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 20, 2024. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent. Takeria Alexander's record stops at Feb 20, 2024, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near five violations per visit.

Looking across the full record, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

By comparison, the average Bradenton facility scores 83, putting Takeria Alexander on the weaker side. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 20, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-20: **Time Extended**

50-17-3

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-20: **Time Extended**

53B-01-5

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle. 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 2024-02-20: **Time Extended**

50-03-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over fryers and grill in main kitchen area 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** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-20: **Time Extended**

23-03-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on grill line **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-20: **Time Extended**

14-09-4

Aug 3, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 8 violations

High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food in main kitchen area. Educated Person in charge on glove use and hand washing. Also printed a copy of procedures to Person in charge. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

12A-07-5

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed in main kitchen area Handwashing sink blocked with bags of food.

31A-09-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.

31B-02-4

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Person in charge filled soap. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-03-4

Basic - Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.

50-03-4

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with dried food particles.

22-08-4

Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.

51-18-6

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over grill and fryer hood filters soiled with grease.

23-03-4

Feb 15, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-15: **Time Extended**

50-17-3

Sep 14, 2022

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Person in charge filled soap **Corrected On-Site**

31B-03-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed Handwashing sink by Grill blocked with food rack. Person in charge moved food rack. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Person in charge filled paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed floors soiled under fryers and grill. Observed gaskets soiled with mold like substance in Reach in coolers multiple areas. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**

23-03-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Takeria Alexander last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Takeria Alexander on file is from Feb 20, 2024. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Takeria Alexander?

Across the inspection record, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Takeria Alexander.

How does Takeria Alexander compare to other restaurants in Bradenton?

Takeria Alexander most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Bradenton average of 83.

Has Takeria Alexander's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Takeria Alexander have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Takeria Alexander means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

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