Taqueria El Victor
Last inspected: Feb 27, 2026
78
Score
Inspectors have visited Taqueria El Victor three times, with records going back to 2024. Taqueria El Victor was last inspected on Feb 27, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.
Compared to the broader Tampa restaurant scene, this is about average. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 27, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken, cooked rice and other cooked food not date marked stored in reach-in coolers. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-27: **Time Extended**
02C-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : 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. Old license numbers on the unit. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-27: **Time Extended**
50-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-27: **Time Extended**
51-13-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Ice scoop handle in ice bin. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-27: **Time Extended**
10-01-5
78
Feb 24, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chorizo and raw chicken stored over cooked chicken and shredded cheese in glass door reach-in cooler. Employee rearranged items to prevent cross contamination at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sandwich prep cooler Cold Holding: diced tomato 46 F, shredded lettuce 48 F, shredded cheese 48 F, raw chicken 48 F. Employee moved time/temperature control for safety food to other reach-in coolers at time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
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. **Warning**
11-27-4
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. 2 food employees working at time of inspection. **Warning**
53B-01-5
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. **Warning**
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. Cooked chicken, cooked rice and other cooked food not date marked stored in reach-in coolers. **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - Food stored outside. A cooler with drinking ice stored outside. Employee moved into the mfdv at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-42-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
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. Old license numbers on the unit. **Warning**
50-04-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Ice scoop handle in ice bin. **Warning**
10-01-5
41
Dec 30, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Taqueria El Victor last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Taqueria El Victor on file is from Feb 27, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.
How does Taqueria El Victor compare to other restaurants in Tampa?
Taqueria El Victor most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Tampa average of 79.
Has Taqueria El Victor's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taqueria El Victor have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Taqueria El Victor means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
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