Taqueria Zafritas
Last inspected: Dec 18, 2025
78
Score
Taqueria Zafritas has been inspected 12 times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 18, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near three violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
Taqueria Zafritas' latest score of 78 falls below the Bradenton average of 83. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
12
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 18, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.observed in main kitchen area, employee touched cell phone with gloves on the touched single service container .educated Person in charge on glove use and hand washing. Employee discarded single service item,removed cell phone, removed soiled gloves,washed hands and put on clean gloves. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-09-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at both sinks.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over fryer hoof filters soiled with grease.
23-03-4
78
Aug 27, 2025
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - Toilet leaking in men's bathroom.
29-02-4
Basic - Employee purse stored in a food preparation area.Person in charge removed purse. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Bathroom facility in disrepair.observed 1 toilet out of order and 1 toilet with no seat.
32-05-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing door on west end of building.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
35B-03-4
82
Apr 22, 2025
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Apr 21, 2025
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. observed in main kitchen area and front dining area three live roaches. **Admin Complaint**
35A-05-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in reach in cooler raw shell eggs (61F - Cold Holding); beef steak (64F - Cold Holding); pork (62F - Cold Holding). Person in charge stated that all food had been in the reach in cooler since 4/20/25 and voluntarily discarded. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler raw shell eggs (61F - Cold Holding); beef steak (64F - Cold Holding); pork (62F - Cold Holding). Person in charge stated that all food had been in the reach in cooler since 4/20/25 and voluntarily discarded. **Warning**
03A-02-5
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. observed in back kitchen area and men's room 3 dead roaches. **Admin Complaint**
35A-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing door on west end of building.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
35B-03-4
Basic - Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Observed in main kitchen area handwashing sink and 3 compartment sink over flowing on to floor. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employees **Warning**
29-19-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed in main kitchen area, three compartment sink drain over flowing on floor.Person in charge called maintenance. **Warning**
29-20-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.Person in charge inverted. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
42-01-4
50
Jan 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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. Observed some employees not informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Person in charge had employees currently working read and sign. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing door on west end of building.
35B-03-4
Basic - Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Observed in main kitchen area handwashing sink and 3 compartment sink over flowing on to floor. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
29-19-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over fryer and grill hood filters soiled with grease.
23-03-4
78
Jul 29, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
95
Jul 26, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler next to grill in main kitchen area Cooked Rice (53F - Cold Holding); Cheese (49F - Cold Holding); Chicken (52F - Cold Holding); Stuffed Peppers (54F - Cold Holding) Person in charge stated all food was placed in reach in cooler on 7/25/24. Educated Person in charge on Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge voluntarily discarded all food items. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed in main kitchen area, employee filling portion control cups dropped plastic bottle on floor. Employee picked up bottle Off floor with gloves on hand, continued filling cups and failed to remove soiled gloves and wash hands. Educated Person in charge on glove use and hand washing procedures. Emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Employee discharged p.c. cup,washed hands and put on clean gloves. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-09-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in reach in cooler next to grill in main kitchen area Cooked Rice (53F - Cold Holding); Cheese (49F - Cold Holding); Chicken (52F - Cold Holding); Stuffed Peppers (54F - Cold Holding) Person in charge stated all food was placed in reach in cooler on 7/25/24. Educated Person in charge on Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge voluntarily discarded all food items. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Employee washed hands in 3 compartment with no soap. Educated Person in charge on hand washing procedures and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Employee washed hands with soap in hand washing sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-20-4
Basic - Standing water draining water in handwash sink and three-compartment sink. **Warning**
29-20-5
52
Jan 25, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
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High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed in main kitchen area by 3 compartment sink employee washed dishes and failed to sanitize dishes. Educated Person in charge on Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Person in charge set up 3 cs and sanitized the dishes. **Corrected On-Site**
22-45-4
86
Sep 7, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
82
Mar 22, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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. Educated Person in charge on clean up procedures and printed a copy of procedures.
11-27-4
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. Educated Person in charge on employee health agreement and printed a copy to Person in charge.
11-26-1
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed open bag of flour on floor in main kitchen area. Educated Person in charge on food storage. Person in charge removed from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed above fryer in main kitchen area hood filters soiled with grease. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
74
Dec 20, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 8, 2022
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vents over fryer and grill soiled with grease. - As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-08: Observed grease buildup on hood filters. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Taqueria Zafritas last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Taqueria Zafritas on file is from Dec 18, 2025. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Taqueria Zafritas?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Taqueria Zafritas.
How does Taqueria Zafritas compare to other restaurants in Bradenton?
Taqueria Zafritas most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Bradenton average of 83.
Has Taqueria Zafritas' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taqueria Zafritas have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Taqueria Zafritas 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 Zafritas inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Taqueria Zafritas is inspected around three times per year on average.
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