Tortilleria La Rancherita
Last inspected: Jan 27, 2026
74
Score
The health department has logged 10 inspections at Tortilleria La Rancherita, the earliest from 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 27, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around 15 violations lately compared to roughly 12 violations before.
The pattern that stands out is “unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises”, which has been cited five times.
Restaurants in Bradenton average 83, so Tortilleria La Rancherita trails the local norm. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
10
Inspections
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Critical latest
0
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 27, 2026
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket on walk in cooler torn. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-27: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed cracked and broken tiles in kitchen near garage door. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-27: **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Garbage not placed in a receptacle for storage until pick up to make the garbage inaccessible to insects and rodents. Observed garbage bags and garbage cans on ground near garage door. Owners stated it was not picked up on their scheduled pickup days. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-27: **Time Extended**
33-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed garbage bags and garbage cans on ground near garage door. Owners stated it was not picked up on their scheduled pickup days. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-27: **Time Extended**
33-19-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light shield missing near dishwashing area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-27: **Time Extended**
38-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Perimeter walls and roofs do not effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. Observed multiple areas where the soffit is missing on exterior of building. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-27: **Time Extended**
35B-12-4
74
Jan 26, 2026
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 1 major violation. 16 minor violations.
View 22 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found Observed approximately 5-10 small flying insects near dishwashing area at time of inspection. **Warning**
35A-02-7
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed nonfood-grade trash bag with uncovered raw frozen beef inside. Operator removed meat and placed in food grade plastic bags. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw Chicken stored above ready to eat tamales in reach in cooler. Operator moved chicken to bottom of the reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed following items in hot holding case at front counter temps lower than 135F. Operator stated they have been in the hot case for 1 hr, all items were taken out and reheated. Temperatures for items include initial temperature reading and reheat temperature. Refried Beans (110F; 153F - Hot Holding); Roasted Chicken (107F; 158F- Hot Holding); Beef (110F; 160F- Hot Holding); Rice (108F; 163F- Hot Holding) **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bleach stored next to clean pot in dishwashing area. Operator removed pan to be sanitized. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-10-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee Maria Sanchez without employee food handler training. **Warning**
53B-02-5
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard lined Shelves on bottom of prep table with food stored on top. **Warning**
14-05-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed 2x2 hole in ceiling near standing reach in cooler. **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no covered receptacle in unisex bathroom of establishment. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
32-12-6
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cut marks in cutting boards and is no longer cleanable on reach in cooler near ovens. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket on walk in cooler torn. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap under garage door in kitchen . **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed container of corn meal stored on floor near tortilla conveyor belt. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Garbage not placed in a receptacle for storage until pick up to make the garbage inaccessible to insects and rodents. Observed garbage bags and garbage cans on ground near garage door. Owners stated it was not picked up on their scheduled pickup days. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
33-09-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed garbage bags and garbage cans on ground near garage door. Owners stated it was not picked up on their scheduled pickup days. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
33-19-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reach in chest freezer near dishwashing area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light shield missing near dishwashing area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
38-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing signs at handwashing sinks throughout establishment. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Observed 1 inch gap when garage door is closed. **Warning**
35B-05-4
Basic - Perimeter walls and roofs do not effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. Observed multiple areas where the soffit is missing on exterior of building. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
35B-12-4
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed tin foil lining shelf in kitchen with food equipment on top near stovetops ripped. **Warning**
14-20-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed cracked and broken tiles in kitchen near garage door. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-17-5
19
Aug 6, 2025
Complaint Full
18 minor violations.
View 18 violations
Basic - Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed missing cove base in restroom.
36-08-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Missing several floor tiles throughout rear kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Garbage not placed in a receptacle for storage until pick up to make the garbage inaccessible to insects and rodents. Observed trash bags on ground. Owner stated trash not picked up Monday.
33-09-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed trash piled up at side of building. Owner stated that trash was not picked up on Monday.
33-19-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in chest freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. **Repeat Violation**
38-01-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed several bulbs missing shields/covers.
38-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.observed no handwashing sign in unisex restroom. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed torn seal on walk in cooler. Observed hood vent soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected during operation. Observed garage door at side of kitchen with no screen. **Repeat Violation**
35B-05-4
Basic - Perimeter walls and roofs do not effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. Observed missing fascia board on side and rear of building. **Repeat Violation**
35B-12-4
Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed old equipment, lumber and construction items at side of building. **Repeat Violation**
33-31-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no covered receptacle in unisex restroom. **Repeat Violation**
32-12-6
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed 2024 license posted.
50-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed small white grooved cutting board. Observed single door flip top cutting board grooved. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed open can of Red Bull on tortilla machine.
12B-12-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket on walk-in cooler **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at rear exterior garage door.
35B-01-4
41
Aug 19, 2024
Complaint Full
13 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed self closer on restroom door broken.
32-04-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed large pots stored not inverted. **Repeat Violation**
24-05-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no covered trash can in unisex public restroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting board on single door flip top cooler.
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket on walk in cooler door torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles throughout the kitchen missing or in disrepair. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored in a room/shed that is not fully enclosed. Observed bags of flour stored in outside shed with rollup door broken. Shed door must be able to be kept closed at all times.
08B-43-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed Gatorade stacked on the floor in outside storage shed.
08B-38-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light fixture in small storage area not shielded. Shield missing in dish room.
38-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign at all three handwashing sinks in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Openings to the outside for equipment, such as ventilation fans, not screened or otherwise protected when the equipment is not in operation. Observed rear exhaust fan opening not screened to prevent vermin when not running.
35B-07-4
Basic - Perimeter walls and roofs do not effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. Observed missing soffit board above trash area and several missing soffit boards at the rear of the building. Observed torn fascia board above exterior hood vent.
35B-12-4
Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. **Repeat Violation**
33-31-5
52
Aug 9, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Single-Use/Single-Service Articles Properly Stored and Used
FL-45
33
Jan 5, 2024
Routine - Food
5 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with white liquid in it.
41-17-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed immersion blender blocking rear hand sink. Employee removed blender. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at back hand sink. **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
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. Observed some employees with no written plan in place.
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at back hand sink. **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed large pans stored not inverted.
24-05-4
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee water bottle in tortilla prep area. Employee moved. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12B-02-4
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed several torn/missing tiles in kitchen area.
36-11-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee drink in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
12B-13-4
Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed old equipment outside rear of building.
33-31-5
47
Sep 7, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
39
May 19, 2023
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
45
Mar 9, 2023
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Observed no clean up plan in place. Inspector will email. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-09: Operator in process of printing and hanging sign. **Time Extended**
11-27-4
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. Observed no employee reporting forms in place. Inspector will email. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-09: Owner in process of completing. **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles in kitchen area not smooth and durable. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-09: Work in progress to repair. **Time Extended**
36-37-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. December 1, 2022 license displayed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-09: Owner in progress of posting. **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed missing lite shields throughout kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-09: Observed most light shields replaced. Several still missing. **Time Extended**
38-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed several old pieces of equipment stored outside of building in trash area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-09: Observed old equipment outside, owner working on having hauled off. **Time Extended**
33-31-5
67
Nov 3, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked beef prepared on 10/30 no date mark. Manager placed a date mark on the beef. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottles containing cleaning fluid not labeled. Manager labeled the bottles. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Bathroom facility not clean.
32-07-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Thought out the establishment.
36-37-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. All cutting boards in the kitchen.
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. All dry storage shelves rusted. Exterior of the tortillas machine rusted. Shelves under all preparation tables rusted.
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back exit of the kitchen. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under all equipment in the establishment.
36-73-4
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Flooring cracked and broken though out the kitchen.
36-11-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Containers of cornmeal in the kitchen and shell eggs in the walk-in cooler stored on the floor. Manager placed the items on a shelf. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster and in the back of the establishment.
33-19-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Light shields missing in the preparation area and behind the tortilla machine.
38-07-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Several employee drinks stored in the walk-in coolers in the kitchen. Manager removed the drinks. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Several pieces of equipment stored outside in the back of the establishment.
33-31-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Thought out the kitchen.
36-27-5
43
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tortilleria La Rancherita last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Tortilleria La Rancherita on file is from Jan 27, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tortilleria La Rancherita?
Across the inspection record, “unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Tortilleria La Rancherita.
How does Tortilleria La Rancherita compare to other restaurants in Bradenton?
Tortilleria La Rancherita most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Bradenton average of 83.
Has Tortilleria La Rancherita's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Tortilleria La Rancherita have averaged around 15 violations per visit, up from roughly 12 earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Tortilleria La Rancherita 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 Tortilleria La Rancherita inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Tortilleria La Rancherita is inspected around three times per year on average.
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