The Wicked Taco Cantina
Last inspected: Mar 3, 2026
67
Score
Across the available record, The Wicked Taco Cantina has 10 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 3, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.
“Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
Compared to other Bradenton Beach restaurants (averaging 77), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 3, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Brenda L. and Trenton S with expired food handler certification.
53B-14-5
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 2 dead roaches in back storage area. Operator cleaned up roaches. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
35A-03-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on food preperation table in food prep area. Operator removed drink. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on stainless pans on clean dish rack. Operator removed pans for cleaning, sanitizing and to properly air dry. **Corrective Action Taken**
24-08-4
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed wiping cloth sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Operator changed bucket and corrected to 200ppm.. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
21-08-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling around vent in kitchen across from walk-in cooler with peeling paint.
36-37-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board on cook line with cut marks and stains.
14-09-4
67
Oct 22, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed surface rust on bottom shelf of food preparation table holding cutting boards.
22-31-4
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove molding separating from wall next to entrance to bar area.
36-03-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 2 dead roaches in storage room. Operator removed dead roaches, cleaned and sanitized area. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters over cook line with grease and soil.
23-03-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed pipe leaking on to the floor in corner behind clean pot rack and next to entrance to bar area. Operator called repair.
29-08-4
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed quaternary wiping cloth sanitizer at 0ppm. Operator let sanitizer run and refilled buckets. Quaternary sanitizer bucket now at 200ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
21-08-4
70
Jun 17, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jun 9, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed ground beef patties in walk-in cooler at 48F. Operator stated that patties had been in cooler since day before. Operator voluntarily discarded ground beef patties. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine chemical dish machine at 0ppm. Operator set up 3 compartment sink to sanitize dishes. **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pooled eggs at 56F. Operator stated that they had been out approximately 1hr. Operator moved pooled eggs to walk in cooler and placed on ice to rapidly cool. Observed ground beef patties in walk-in cooler at 48F. Operator stated that patties had been in cooler since day before. Operator voluntarily discarded ground beef patties. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed wiping cloth quaternary sanitizer too strong. Operator diluted sanitizer to 300ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-27-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged in food preparation without a hair net. Employee put on hat. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer in read-in cooler in server area. Operator replaced thermometer. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
05-09-4
50
Mar 26, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove molding separated from wall. Operator stated work order has been put in. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-26: Observed cove molding separated from wall beneath dish machine area at the time of this inspection.. **Time Extended**
36-03-4
95
Jan 24, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Operator stated certificates were destroyed in hurricane and establishment was in the process of obtaining new certificates. **Warning**
53A-01-7
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. Operator stated paperwork was destroyed by hurricane. Operator printed more form and was in the process of having employees read and sign employee health agreements. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Operator stated paperwork was destroyed by hurricane and they are in the process of obtaining new certificates. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed solo cup being used to dispense seasoning. Operator removed solo cup. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove molding separated from wall. Operator stated work order has been put in. **Warning**
36-03-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet wiping cloth under cutting boards in food prep area. Operator removed wiping cloths. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-04-4
64
Apr 15, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.Employee switched tasks and put on gloves without washing hands. Educated employee on handwashing. Employee washed hands and put on new gloves. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-07-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Shrimp 58F, Diced Tomato 58. Manager stated cooler had been in use for approximately 1.5 hours for lunch. Employee iced products, Shrimp 40F, Diced tomato 40F. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
74
Oct 25, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand wash sink across from back exit door. Operator put paper towels at sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. Observed in bottom of dishmachine.
16-23-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer Observed 2 cutting boards at cook line. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of soda dispensing machine at hostess station soiled. Operator cleaned exterior. **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at bar-mug cooler. Operator cleaned standing water from unit. **Corrected On-Site**
29-49-6
74
Jun 7, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
50
Nov 30, 2022
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 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 body and soiled cloths and went to prepare food . Stopped employee and educated on glove use and hand washing. Employee removed soiled gloves, washed hands and put on clean gloves. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-09-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in Walk in cooler in main kitchen area raw fish over mayonnaise. Educated Person in charge on cold holding foods. Person in charge removed mayonnaise. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Basic - Observed Open dumpster lid in east end of parking lot. Person in charge closed dumpster lid. **Corrected On-Site**
33-16-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed in main kitchen area multiple employees with Jewelry,watches and wrist bans preparing food. Educated Person in charge on employee and Jewelry while preparing food.
13-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in main kitchen area ice machine exterior soiled with mold like substance. Observed above fryers 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
Basic - Observed,Food stored on floor in main kitchen area by fryers. Person in charge removed from the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Wicked Taco Cantina last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Wicked Taco Cantina on file is from Mar 3, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Wicked Taco Cantina?
Across the inspection record, “cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at The Wicked Taco Cantina.
How does The Wicked Taco Cantina compare to other restaurants in Bradenton Beach?
The Wicked Taco Cantina most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Bradenton Beach average of 77.
Has The Wicked Taco Cantina's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Wicked Taco Cantina have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at The Wicked Taco Cantina means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is The Wicked Taco Cantina inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Wicked Taco Cantina is inspected around three times per year on average.
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