Tortas Locas Y Mas

3326 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton, FL 34207
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Jun 20, 2025
74
Score
Medium Risk

Across the available record, Tortas Locas Y Mas has three inspections on file, the first dated 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Jun 20, 2025. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around three violations compared to roughly six violations earlier on.

Across the inspection history, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

That's lower than the typical Bradenton restaurant, which scores around 83. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

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Inspections
1
Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jun 20, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.observed in reach in cooler raw beef over hot dogs.educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout.Person in charge removed raw beef.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Mobile food dispensing vehicle disposing liquid waste improperly. observed wastewater from handwashing sink leaking on ground.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
28-09-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed: Water leaking from pipe at Handwashing station. Water is leaking on ground. **Repeat Violation**
29-11-4
74
Jun 6, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. observed in reaching cooler raw shell eggs over cheese. educated person in charge on safe, refrigerator storage and emailed person in charge a copy of the handout in Spanish and in English. person in charge removed raw shell eggs.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized.observed Triple Sink (Chlorine 000ppm). Person in charge purchased chlorine and
22-42-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce.observed raw chicken over un washed produce.educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout.Person in charge removed chicken. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked Salsa in reach in cooler no date mark. Person in charge stated it was prepared on 6/1/25 and date marked accordingly. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
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. printed a copy for person in charge person in charge read and filled out sheet along with the two other employees. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
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. Printed a copy for person in charge. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Mobile food dispensing vehicle disposing liquid waste improperly. observed wastewater from handwashing sink leaking on ground.
28-09-5
Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
50-04-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe at Handwashing station. Water is leaking on ground.
29-11-4
Basic - Cooking oil stored on floor.Person in charge removed. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
37
Apr 30, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over grill hood filters soiled with grease.
23-03-4
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tortas Locas Y Mas last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tortas Locas Y Mas on file is from Jun 20, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Tortas Locas Y Mas?

Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Tortas Locas Y Mas.

How does Tortas Locas Y Mas compare to other restaurants in Bradenton?

Tortas Locas Y Mas most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Bradenton average of 83.

Has Tortas Locas Y Mas' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Tortas Locas Y Mas have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Tortas Locas Y Mas means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.