Taqueria Del Angel

502 E Main St, Lakeland, FL 33801

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Feb 25, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Taqueria Del Angel 14 times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Feb 25, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

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

The pattern that stands out is “accumulation of mold-like substance in the interior”, which has been cited six times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Lakeland restaurant scores 85. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 25, 2026

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed behind equipment.

36-73-4

Basic - Accumulation of mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed near drop chute.

22-20-5

Jul 24, 2025

Complaint Full

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Accumulation of debris in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed in upper area near drop chute.

22-20-5

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket on ice machine door.

14-11-5

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Observed behind fan housing and on floor.

14-69-4

Jul 11, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Apr 25, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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

31B-02-4

Nov 25, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Nov 6, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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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. Emailed operator educated packet to print procedures. **Corrected On-Site**

11-27-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under and behind equipment.

36-73-4

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in flip top unit on cook line.

22-16-4

Mar 15, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Feb 1, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Walk-in cooler/ shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.

14-17-4

Jan 29, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Oct 2, 2023

Routine - Food

5 minor violations.

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Basic - Accumulation of debris in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

22-20-5

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed behind equipment.

36-73-4

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in beverage air unit.

22-16-4

Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.

14-17-4

Basic - Water leaking from faucet. Observed at 3-compartment sink.

29-11-4

Jun 23, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Feb 28, 2023

Complaint Full

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Accumulation of debris in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed on interior side walls.

22-20-5

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed behind equipment.

36-73-4

Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed at rear exit door in kitchen.

35B-03-4

Feb 17, 2023

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

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Basic - Accumulation of debris substance in the interior of the ice machine. Observed on interior sides and opening of door.

22-20-5

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at rear exit door in kitchen.

35B-01-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under equipment in kitchen.

36-73-4

Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.

14-17-4

Jul 19, 2022

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Basic - Accumulation of debris in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed on interior walls of ice machine.

22-20-5

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at rear exit door in kitchen.

35B-01-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Floor drain soiled under 3-compartment sink.

23-03-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taqueria Del Angel last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taqueria Del Angel on file is from Feb 25, 2026. The public record contains 14 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taqueria Del Angel?

Across the inspection record, “accumulation of mold-like substance in the interior” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Taqueria Del Angel.

How does Taqueria Del Angel compare to other restaurants in Lakeland?

Taqueria Del Angel most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Lakeland average of 85.

Has Taqueria Del Angel's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taqueria Del Angel have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Taqueria Del Angel 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 Taqueria Del Angel inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Taqueria Del Angel is inspected around four times per year on average.

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