Torres Bros Taqueria Restaurant

107 E Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blv, Dover, FL 33527
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Dec 18, 2024
47
Score
High Risk

The health department has logged five inspections at Torres Bros Taqueria Restaurant, the earliest from 2023. Torres Bros Taqueria Restaurant was last inspected on Dec 18, 2024. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around nine violations per visit lately, up from roughly five violations before.

Compared to other Dover restaurants (averaging 81), there's room to close the gap. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
6
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 18, 2024
Routine - Food
6 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - Well water testing report/documentation is not available upon request. For on site well
27-02-4
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. Emailed a copy
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board
22-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Using Quaternary Ammonium
16-37-1
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. 1 food employee
11-26-1
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.
53B-13-5
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Handwash sink not draining
29-20-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Under grill
23-03-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In 79° degrees
10-07-4
47
Aug 1, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
May 21, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Mobile food dispensing vehicle obtaining water from an unapproved source. Operator obtaining potable water from well at operating location, but has no well report. Verified with operator they installed well on parking lot, but have no proof of installation or well testing reports. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
27-13-4
High Priority - Mobile food dispensing vehicle disposing of wastewater at an unapproved location. Operator has grease trap on exterior of truck that connects to a large blue barrel that wastewater is draining into and pump is pumping into large exterior waste water tank. Operator pulls wastewater tank and empties it at another location. **Warning**
28-29-5
Intermediate - Sink compartments of three-compartment sink too small to accommodate utensils or equipment. Observed large pot that is unable to fit in hand sink **Warning**
16-08-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed tortillas stored in hand sink. Manager removed **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Mobile food dispensing vehicle disposing liquid waste improperly. Observed grease trap installed outside of food truck that connects into blue barrel that has an electric pump that pumps the water outside of the food truck onto the ground in the back. Food prep trailer has waste water going on ground when sinks are running on the back side of the trailer **Warning**
28-09-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Or soap on main trailer **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Truck has unenclosed coolers being stored outside of truck. Operator has separate food trailer currently being used for storage for food items for truck. Storage Trailer has wheels that have been removed Truck can operate independently as a licensed unit. Operator is storing food, and preparing food on unit, but is not selling from unit. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
51-16-7
Intermediate - Nonself-sufficient mobile food dispensing vehicle operating from an unapproved commissary. Operating off of side of road at 4805 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Plant City, FL 33566. Unable to report to license location due to hard connections and tires being flat **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
51-22-4
Basic - Food stored outside. Observed case of onions stored outside. Also observed portable gas burner with pot of cooking liquid in enclosed screened area behind truck. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
08B-42-4
Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle connected to utilities on more than a temporary basis. Observed hard connection to propane tanks, tires, deflated, licensed trailer, and food storage trailer tires have been removed. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
51-06-4
37
Mar 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations.
View 4 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
55
Jun 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Torres Bros Taqueria Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Torres Bros Taqueria Restaurant on file is from Dec 18, 2024. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does Torres Bros Taqueria Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Dover?

Torres Bros Taqueria Restaurant most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Dover average of 81.

Has Torres Bros Taqueria Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Torres Bros Taqueria Restaurant have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Torres Bros Taqueria Restaurant 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.

How often is Torres Bros Taqueria Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Torres Bros Taqueria Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.