How many health inspections has SPOT TACOS AND MORE had?

SPOT TACOS AND MORE has had 18 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has SPOT TACOS AND MORE ever been shut down?

No, SPOT TACOS AND MORE has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at SPOT TACOS AND MORE?

The most frequently cited violations at SPOT TACOS AND MORE are: Proper hand/arm washing, Outer openings protected, Clean multi-use utensils.

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 V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?

TOXIC EXPOSURE: Improper identification, storage, or use of toxic substances creates immediate risk of chemical contamination. Unmarked spray bottles cause accidental food contamination. Improper pesticide application contaminates food preparation surfaces. Chemical fumes in food areas are absorbed by uncovered food. Employee exposure risks chemical burns and respiratory injury. All toxic substances must be: clearly and accurately labeled, stored in designated areas away from food, used only according to manufacturer instructions, applied only by certified personnel (pesticides). Never transfer chemicals to unlabeled containers. Keep chemicals in locked storage when not in active use. Maintain chemical inventory and SDS files.

What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?

BACTERIAL BIOFILM: Improperly cleaned multi-use utensils develop bacterial biofilms within 24 hours. These biofilms protect pathogens (Listeria, Salmonella, E. coli) from routine sanitizing — requiring physical scrubbing to remove. Each use of a contaminated utensil transfers pathogens to food. Improperly cleaned cutting boards harbor 200x more bacteria than a toilet seat. Clean and sanitize all multi-use utensils using the 3-compartment sink method: Wash in hot soapy water (110°F minimum), rinse in clean water, sanitize in approved solution (50-100 ppm chlorine or 200-400 ppm quaternary ammonium for 30 seconds), air dry. Or use properly functioning commercial dishwasher. Clean utensils at least every 4 hours during continuous use.

SPOT TACOS AND MORE

2303 1 ST, Bradenton, FL 34208

Manatee County · Permanent Food Service · License: SEA5105828

SPOT TACOS AND MORE in Bradenton, FL has 18 inspections on record with 173 total violations (9.6 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

18Inspections

173Violations

0Closures

Data current as of June 11, 2025

Inspection History (18)

Jun 11, 2025 — Complaint Full· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V41 Toilet facilities

Mar 26, 2025 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V13 Parasite destruction

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Dec 10, 2024 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V13 Parasite destruction

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Mar 27, 2024 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V23 Chemical properly stored

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Mar 22, 2024 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V23 Chemical properly stored

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Sep 13, 2023 — Complaint Full· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

May 30, 2023 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Nov 3, 2022 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

May 20, 2022 — Routine - Food· 15 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

V35 Single-use items

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V51 Premises clean

Mar 17, 2022 — Routine - Food· 8 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V22 Consumer advisory

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

V35 Single-use items

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

May 20, 2021 — Routine - Food· 15 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V38 Waste properly disposed

Feb 12, 2021 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

V38 Waste properly disposed

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Dec 10, 2020 — Routine - Food· 15 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

V38 Waste properly disposed

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Jul 24, 2020 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

May 22, 2020 — Routine - Food· 17 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Nov 22, 2019 — Routine - Food· 13 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

V38 Waste properly disposed

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Nov 20, 2019 — Routine - Food· 21 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V09 No contamination

V11 Food in good condition

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V25 Allergen awareness

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

V38 Waste properly disposed

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Apr 24, 2019 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 18 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

V16 Proper cooking temps

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

V38 Waste properly disposed

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

How Does This Facility Compare?

SPOT TACOS AND MORE has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Manatee County average of 0.10 closures per facility. It has averaged 9.6 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 3.22.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has SPOT TACOS AND MORE had?: SPOT TACOS AND MORE has had 18 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has SPOT TACOS AND MORE ever been shut down?: No, SPOT TACOS AND MORE has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at SPOT TACOS AND MORE?: The most frequently cited violations at SPOT TACOS AND MORE are: Proper hand/arm washing, Outer openings protected, Clean multi-use utensils.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

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).

Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.

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