Taqueria Ibarra

11042 S Us Hwy 41, Gibsonton, FL 33534

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Aug 18, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Going back to 2025, Taqueria Ibarra has three inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Aug 18, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.

Compared to other Gibsonton restaurants (averaging 76), there's room to close the gap. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 18, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken 119 F in steam well. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-18:

03B-01-6

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Bread in grocery bag. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-18:

14-31-5

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Phone on reach in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-18:

40-06-5

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth on cutting board. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-18:

21-12-4

Aug 8, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken 119 F in steam well. **Warning**

03B-01-6

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Bread in grocery bag. **Warning**

14-31-5

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**

53B-01-5

Intermediate - Nonself-sufficient mobile food dispensing vehicle operating from an unapproved commissary. Refrigerator stored outside with drinks in it. Operator began to move drinks inside. Discussed only using coolers that can fit in truck at the end of the day. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

51-22-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth on cutting board. **Warning**

21-12-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Phone on reach in cooler. **Warning**

40-06-5

Feb 10, 2025

Food-Licensing Inspection

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

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

31B-02-4

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.

31B-03-4

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.

51-13-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taqueria Ibarra last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taqueria Ibarra on file is from Aug 18, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Taqueria Ibarra compare to other restaurants in Gibsonton?

Taqueria Ibarra most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Gibsonton average of 76.

Has Taqueria Ibarra's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taqueria Ibarra have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Taqueria Ibarra 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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