How many health inspections has CHICKEN AND TACO LOCO BAR & GRILL had?

CHICKEN AND TACO LOCO BAR & GRILL has had 20 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has CHICKEN AND TACO LOCO BAR & GRILL ever been shut down?

Yes, CHICKEN AND TACO LOCO BAR & GRILL has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at CHICKEN AND TACO LOCO BAR & GRILL?

The most frequently cited violations at CHICKEN AND TACO LOCO BAR & GRILL are: Employee health policy, Time as control, Clean multi-use utensils.

What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?

DISEASE TRANSMISSION: Without a written employee health policy, sick food workers transmit Norovirus (20 million US cases/year), Hepatitis A (causes liver failure), Salmonella, Shigella, and E. coli O157:H7. CDC estimates 40% of restaurant outbreaks involve ill food workers. A single infected employee can contaminate food for thousands of customers. Maintain written employee health policy addressing: reporting of symptoms (vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever), diagnosed illnesses (Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, Shigella, E. coli), exclusion and restriction criteria, and return-to-work requirements. Train all employees on policy at hiring and annually.

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.

What does Florida violation V50 (Adequate lighting) mean?

DETECTION FAILURE: Inadequate lighting prevents employees from identifying food contamination, insect presence, dirt on equipment, and other safety hazards. Studies show food safety violations increase 60% in poorly lit areas. Employees cannot see evidence of pest activity, mold growth, or food spoilage. Poor lighting also increases injury risk from cuts and burns. Provide adequate lighting: 50 foot-candles at food preparation surfaces and where employee safety is important, 20 foot-candles in handwashing areas, equipment and utensil storage, and at buffet service, 10 foot-candles in walk-in coolers, dry storage, and during cleaning. Use shatter-resistant bulbs or light shields in food areas.

CHICKEN AND TACO LOCO BAR & GRILL

716 W LUMSDEN RD, Brandon, FL 33511

Hillsborough County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: CHICKEN AND TACO LOCO INC · License: SEA3915617

CHICKEN AND TACO LOCO BAR & GRILL in Brandon, FL has 20 inspections on record with 132 total violations (6.6 per inspection) and 1 emergency closure.

20Inspections

132Violations

1Closures

Data current as of May 13, 2025

Emergency Closures (1)

Emergency closure history for CHICKEN AND TACO LOCO BAR & GRILL
Date	Reason	Reopened
May 23, 2016	Roach activity	09:42:00

Inspection History (20)

May 13, 2025 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Jan 28, 2025 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V13 Parasite destruction

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

Mar 25, 2024 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

Nov 2, 2023 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V12 Shell stock requirements

V22 Consumer advisory

Apr 4, 2023 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V11 Food in good condition

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Nov 8, 2022 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Apr 5, 2022 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

V25 Allergen awareness

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Dec 22, 2021 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

Nov 19, 2020 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Jul 15, 2020 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Mar 30, 2020 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V21 Time as control

Jan 28, 2020 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V12 Shell stock requirements

V21 Time as control

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Sep 16, 2019 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Oct 10, 2017 — Routine - Food· 13 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

Jul 27, 2017 — Routine - Food· 18 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jul 20, 2017 — Routine - Food· 23 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

Jan 7, 2017 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V06 Handwashing facilities

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Aug 26, 2016 — Routine - Food· 6 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

Jul 25, 2016 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Jul 11, 2016 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V14 Food contact surfaces

How Does This Facility Compare?

CHICKEN AND TACO LOCO BAR & GRILL has had 1 emergency closures, compared to the Hillsborough County average of 0.16 closures per facility. It has averaged 6.6 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 3.43.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has CHICKEN AND TACO LOCO BAR & GRILL had?: CHICKEN AND TACO LOCO BAR & GRILL has had 20 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has CHICKEN AND TACO LOCO BAR & GRILL ever been shut down?: Yes, CHICKEN AND TACO LOCO BAR & GRILL has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.
What are the most common violations at CHICKEN AND TACO LOCO BAR & GRILL?: The most frequently cited violations at CHICKEN AND TACO LOCO BAR & GRILL are: Employee health policy, Time as control, Clean multi-use utensils.

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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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