Taqueria El Burrito
Last inspected: Feb 23, 2026
82
Score
Taqueria El Burrito appears in inspection records 11 times, starting in 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 23, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near three violations per visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “food-contact surface soiled with food debris”, showing up five times.
The city-wide average sits at 86, which Taqueria El Burrito's 82 doesn't quite reach. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 23, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards Can opener
22-02-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Outside of fryers
23-03-4
82
Aug 1, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener
22-02-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
36-73-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
82
Mar 10, 2025
Complaint Partial
2 minor violations.
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Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
90
Jan 21, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener
22-02-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
23-24-4
82
Sep 20, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Operator had water turn off, operator turn on water. **Corrected On-Site**
27-16-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.food debris and rust on floor around cooking equipment
36-73-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Marketable
22-16-4
82
Oct 27, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
41-17-4
74
Sep 21, 2023
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some 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 2023-09-21: **Time Extended**
53B-13-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed collapsing ceiling panels **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-21: **Time Extended**
36-37-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-21: **Time Extended**
35B-14-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed excessive grease buildup on outside of cooking equipment **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-21: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
78
Jul 18, 2023
Complaint Full
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled reach in freeze **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed collapsing ceiling panels **Warning**
36-37-5
Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle connected to utilities on more than a temporary basis. Observed hard connection to large propane tank **Warning**
51-06-4
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 excessive grease buildup on outside of cooking equipment **Warning**
23-03-4
61
Jan 9, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
82
Sep 12, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle with light yellow liquid
41-17-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under grill and fryers
36-73-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Whole tomatoes stored outside
08B-12-5
82
Aug 10, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade hose conveying potable water. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-10: -Nonfood-grade hose conveying potable water. **Time Extended**
29-04-4
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Taqueria El Burrito last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Taqueria El Burrito on file is from Feb 23, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Taqueria El Burrito?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Taqueria El Burrito.
How does Taqueria El Burrito compare to other restaurants in Lakeland?
Taqueria El Burrito most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Lakeland average of 86.
Has Taqueria El Burrito's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taqueria El Burrito have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Taqueria El Burrito 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 El Burrito inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Taqueria El Burrito is inspected around three times per year on average.
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