Willys Tacos
Last inspected: Jan 29, 2026
55
Score
Public records show 10 inspections at Willys Tacos stretching back to 2022. Willys Tacos was last inspected on Jan 29, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around five violations each, up from closer to two violations before.
“Ready-to-eat” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
Restaurants in Bradenton average 83, so Willys Tacos trails the local norm. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
10
Inspections
2
Critical latest
2
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 29, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. observed in reaching cooler raw shell eggs over salsa, educated person in charge on safe, refrigerator storage and emailed person in charge a copy of the handout. person in charge removed raw shell eggs. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. observed in reach in cooler raw chicken over cheese educated person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and email person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge removed raw chicken. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. observed in reaching cooler cooked beef, not date, marked and pulled from the freezer. person in charge stated it was prepared on January 28, 2026 and date marked accordingly. **Corrective Action Taken**
02C-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 in the reach in cooler cooked beef, cooked pork and cooked rice not date marked person in charge stated that they were prepared on January 25, 2026 and date marked all accordingly.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed: Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.employee put on hair restraint and washed hands.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
35B-05-4
55
Sep 30, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked .observed cooked beef no date marks.Person in charge stated it was prepared on 9/28/25 and date marked accordingly. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. present. Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
35B-05-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.employee put on hair restraint and washed hands. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
82
Feb 26, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
55
Oct 19, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 14, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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. Educated Person in charge and emailed a copy of the handout. **Warning**
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. Educated Person in charge and emailed a copy to Person in charge **Warning**
11-27-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed microwave door handle soiled with food debris. Person in charge stated that it had not been used today. Person in charge cleaned handle. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. **Warning**
35B-05-4
74
Feb 29, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed in main kitchen area wiping cloth sanitizer Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine Over 200ppm); Person in charge diluted and Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine Recheck 100ppm) **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed above entree make station SS paper plates not inverted. Person in charge inverted plates. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
25-06-4
90
Dec 19, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
82
Oct 18, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on stove top Refried beans (92F - Hot Holding) Educated Person in charge on hot holding Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge stated they had been on the stove for approximately 1 hour and started the reheating process. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Warning**
16-37-1
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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed in Reach in cooler across from grill Cooked Chicken and cooked beef no date marked. Person in charge stated it was prepared on 10/17/23 and date marked accordingly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02C-02-5
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. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Warning**
50-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with grease over fryers and grill. 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 - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed above entree make station SS paper plates not inverted. Person in charge inverted plates. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
25-06-4
55
Jun 16, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
52
Sep 7, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Willys Tacos last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Willys Tacos on file is from Jan 29, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Willys Tacos?
Across the inspection record, “ready-to-eat” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Willys Tacos.
How does Willys Tacos compare to other restaurants in Bradenton?
Willys Tacos most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Bradenton average of 83.
Has Willys Tacos' inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Willys Tacos have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Willys Tacos 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 Willys Tacos inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Willys Tacos is inspected around three times per year on average.
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