How many health inspections has EL SOMBREROS LLC had?

EL SOMBREROS LLC has had 18 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has EL SOMBREROS LLC ever been shut down?

Yes, EL SOMBREROS LLC has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at EL SOMBREROS LLC?

The most frequently cited violations at EL SOMBREROS LLC are: Proper cooling equipment, Proper sanitizing, Proper ventilation.

What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?

TECHNIQUE FAILURE: Improper handwashing technique leaves pathogens on hands even when a handwashing attempt is made. Studies show 95% of people wash hands incorrectly — most don't scrub for 20 seconds or miss fingertips, thumbs, and between fingers. Incomplete washing creates a false sense of security while still transferring E. coli, Norovirus, and Salmonella to food. Correct technique requires: wet hands with clean warm water, apply soap, lather and scrub for 20+ seconds covering all surfaces including fingertips/nails/between fingers/back of hands, rinse thoroughly, dry with single-use towel. Use towel to turn off faucet. Do NOT use hand sanitizer as substitute for handwashing.

What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?

CROSS-CONTAMINATION: Improperly cleaned food contact surfaces are a primary vehicle for bacterial transfer. Cutting boards can harbor 200x more fecal bacteria than a toilet seat. Biofilms form on surfaces within 24 hours, protecting Listeria, Salmonella, and E. coli from routine cleaning. One contaminated surface can transfer pathogens to dozens of food items throughout the day. Clean and sanitize ALL food contact surfaces: after each use, between different food types (especially raw meat to ready-to-eat), every 4 hours during continuous use, and when contaminated. Use proper sanitizer concentration: chlorine 50-100 ppm, quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm. Air dry — do not towel dry. Test sanitizer concentration every 2 hours.

What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?

PATHOGEN SURVIVAL: Undercooking is a leading cause of foodborne illness. Salmonella in poultry survives below 165°F — causes 1.35 million US infections annually. E. coli O157:H7 in ground beef survives below 155°F — causes bloody diarrhea and kidney failure. Trichinella in pork survives below 145°F. Proper cooking is the critical kill step that destroys these pathogens. Cook to minimum internal temperatures: Poultry/stuffing/reheated foods: 165°F for 15 seconds. Ground meats: 155°F for 15 seconds. Pork/beef/fish/eggs (immediate service): 145°F for 15 seconds. Whole roasts: 145°F for 4 minutes. Verify with calibrated probe thermometer in thickest part. Microwave cooking: 165°F, rotate, stand 2 minutes.

EL SOMBREROS LLC

2211 9 ST W, Bradenton, FL 34205

Manatee County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: EL SOMBRERO LLC · License: SEA5105706

EL SOMBREROS LLC in Bradenton, FL has 18 inspections on record with 166 total violations (9.2 per inspection) and 1 emergency closure.

18Inspections

166Violations

1Closures

Data current as of May 21, 2025

Emergency Closures (1)

Emergency closure history for EL SOMBREROS LLC
Date	Reason	Reopened
May 12, 2017	Roach activity	N/A

Inspection History (18)

May 21, 2025 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

Sep 20, 2024 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Dec 18, 2023 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V38 Waste properly disposed

Basic Violations

V45 Floor maintenance

Apr 5, 2019 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment

Mar 30, 2019 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V11 Food in good condition

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jun 7, 2017 — Routine - Food· 19 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V11 Food in good condition

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V32 Proper sanitizing

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

May 22, 2017 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V32 Proper sanitizing

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V43 Premises maintained

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

May 12, 2017 — Routine - Food· 22 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

V43 Premises maintained

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

How Does This Facility Compare?

EL SOMBREROS LLC has had 1 emergency closures, compared to the Manatee County average of 0.10 closures per facility. It has averaged 9.2 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 3.22.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has EL SOMBREROS LLC had?: EL SOMBREROS LLC has had 18 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has EL SOMBREROS LLC ever been shut down?: Yes, EL SOMBREROS LLC has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.
What are the most common violations at EL SOMBREROS LLC?: The most frequently cited violations at EL SOMBREROS LLC are: Proper cooling equipment, Proper sanitizing, Proper ventilation.

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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).

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