Taste of Lagos

11130 Us Hwy 41 #103, Gibsonton, FL 33534

African

Last inspected: Apr 7, 2026

Score

High Risk

Public records currently show only two inspections for Taste of Lagos. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 7, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around six violations to closer to 10 violations per visit.

That's lower than the typical Gibsonton restaurant, which scores around 76. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 7, 2026

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 7 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board.

22-02-4

Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Manager provided 1 food handler certification and has a total of 4 employees.

53B-13-5

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Rice and soup in reach in cooler not date marked.

02C-02-5

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl with no handle in sugar.

14-01-5

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Plates not inverted above microwave.

24-05-4

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table.

12B-07-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Water bottles on floor near register.

08B-38-4

Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Scoop handle in rice.

10-06-5

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave.

22-08-4

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Chicken thawing at room temperature, employee removed placed in reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**

06-01-5

Apr 8, 2025

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 major violation. 5 minor violations.

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Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.

31B-03-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.

31B-04-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.

42-01-4

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.

32-04-4

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.

32-12-6

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.

51-13-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taste of Lagos last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taste of Lagos on file is from Apr 7, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Taste of Lagos compare to other restaurants in Gibsonton?

Taste of Lagos most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Gibsonton average of 76.

Has Taste of Lagos' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Taste of Lagos have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Taste of Lagos means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

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