Taqueria Matteo

1405 N Combee Rd, Lakeland, FL 33801
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Feb 24, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Taqueria Matteo eight times, with records going back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 24, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

“Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

By comparison, the average Lakeland facility scores 86, putting Taqueria Matteo on the weaker side. The record reflects steady performance over time.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
2
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 24, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
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Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Hugo Gonzalez **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Warning**
31B-02-4
82
Aug 26, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
41-17-4
90
May 8, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
31B-02-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
86
Nov 15, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
78
Nov 28, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Storing bowls
31A-11-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
86
Jul 10, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fryers
23-03-4
86
Feb 3, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Storing items in hand washing sink.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
41-17-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fryer
23-03-4
78
Aug 1, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Items stored in hand washing sink. Operator removed items **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taqueria Matteo last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taqueria Matteo on file is from Feb 24, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taqueria Matteo?

Across the inspection record, “interior of oven/microwave has accumulation” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Taqueria Matteo.

How does Taqueria Matteo compare to other restaurants in Lakeland?

Taqueria Matteo most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Lakeland average of 86.

Has Taqueria Matteo's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Taqueria Matteo 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 Matteo inspected?

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