Taqueria Los Arcos

105 Jones St, Bowling Green, FL 33834
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Nov 7, 2025
78
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Taqueria Los Arcos has six inspections on file, the first dated 2022. On Nov 7, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

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

The most common issue across all inspections has been “vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb”, showing up three times.

By comparison, the average Bowling Green facility scores 88, putting Taqueria Los Arcos on the weaker side. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 7, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
78
May 22, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 26, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
29-34-4
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed a container of medicine and vitamins next to the microwave. Operator moved. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-07-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed carnitas in a black carry out nonfood bag in reach in cooler. **Warning**
14-31-5
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Expired 2/25/25. **Warning**
53A-03-7
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. Printed a copy for the operator and was sighted before end of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed utensils on the counter upright and not down with handle up. **Warning**
24-18-4
50
Jan 25, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pot of refried beans inside steam table pan. beans (109F - Hot Holding) operator reheated on stove to 165F and will then hot hold at 135F or hotter.
03B-01-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
29-34-4
74
Aug 9, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on steam table chicharrones in sauce (126F - Hot Holding). Operator placed on stove to quickly heat to 165 then will hot hold at 135F or hotter. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb to hose outside beside mop sink..
29-34-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed drain pipe from mop sink leaking.
29-11-4
Basic - Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed wood shelving and area of wall with unsealed wood.
14-06-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
51-13-4
64
Oct 24, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
74

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taqueria Los Arcos last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taqueria Los Arcos on file is from Nov 7, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taqueria Los Arcos?

Across the inspection record, “vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Taqueria Los Arcos.

How does Taqueria Los Arcos compare to other restaurants in Bowling Green?

Taqueria Los Arcos most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Bowling Green average of 88.

Has Taqueria Los Arcos' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taqueria Los Arcos have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Taqueria Los Arcos 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 Los Arcos inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Taqueria Los Arcos is inspected around two times per year on average.