The Taco King
Last inspected: Mar 12, 2026
95
Score
The Taco King has been inspected nine times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 12, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.
“Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.
Compared to the broader Bradenton restaurant scene, where the average is 83, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 12, 2026
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employees. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-12: **Time Extended**
14-33-4
95
Mar 11, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Establishment operating with no potable running water. observed water from handwashing sink and three compartment sink appears to have green like particles coming through the faucets. **Warning**
27-12-4
Intermediate - Mobile food dispensing vehicle disposing liquid waste improperly. Observed waste water is draining on ground next to Food Truck. **Warning**
28-09-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. : Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.observed microwave soiled with dried food particles. Person in charge cleaned oven.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in reach in cooler gaskets soiled with mold like substance.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employees. **Warning**
14-33-4
67
Oct 14, 2025
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.observed microwave soiled with dried food particles. Person in charge cleaned oven. **Corrected On-Site**
22-08-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
51-18-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in reach in cooler gaskets soiled with mold like substance.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employees. **Repeat Violation**
14-33-4
82
Feb 5, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
67
Aug 28, 2024
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bottle soda and water stored on floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
51-18-6
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
14-33-4
82
Jan 30, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with dried food particles. Person in charge cleaned microwave and sanitized. **Corrected On-Site**
22-08-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed Reach in cooler shelves are rusted and pitted. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
14-33-4
86
Aug 28, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
78
Apr 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Emailed Person in charge a copy. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-14: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed Reach in cooler shelves are rusted and pitted. - As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-14: **Time Extended**
14-33-4
86
Oct 17, 2022
Complaint Full
3 minor violations.
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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Taco King last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Taco King on file is from Mar 12, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Taco King?
Across the inspection record, “interior of oven/microwave has accumulation” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at The Taco King.
How does The Taco King compare to other restaurants in Bradenton?
The Taco King most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Bradenton average of 83.
Has The Taco King's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Taco King have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at The Taco King 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 The Taco King inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Taco King is inspected around three times per year on average.
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