Chicken and Taco Loco Bar & Grill in Brandon
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716 W Lumsden Rd, Brandon, FL 33511Chicken and Taco Loco Bar & Grill in Brandon has been inspected 21 times since 2016, accumulating 145 violations—an average of 6.9 per inspection, well above the statewide average of 5.2. The facility was emergency-closed once on May 23, 2016 for roach activity. Two disciplinary actions resulted in combined fines of $2,120. Employee health policy violations appeared in at least 6 inspections, making this the facility's most persistent violation category. The most recent inspection on October 3, 2025 documented 33 violations including high-priority findings in employee health policy, food contact surfaces, proper cooking temperatures, consumer advisory, and toxic substance control. The inspection was completed with no further action.
Most recent closure: May 23, 2016 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Chicken and Taco Loco Bar & Grill in Brandon: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
Chicken and Taco Loco Bar & Grill in Brandon: Emergency Closure History (1)
| Date | Reason | Reopened |
|---|---|---|
| Roach activity | 09:42:00 |
Chicken and Taco Loco Bar & Grill in Brandon: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $2,120.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2016025209 | $800.00 | May 23, 2016 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2015036381 | $1,320.00 | Jul 16, 2015 | Jacksonville |
Chicken and Taco Loco Bar & Grill in Brandon: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)
— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections20 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 4 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 4 inspections32 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
Chicken and Taco Loco Bar & Grill in Brandon: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Chicken and Taco Loco Bar & Grill in Brandon last inspected?
- Chicken and Taco Loco Bar & Grill in Brandon was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 16, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Extension given, pending.
- When was Chicken and Taco Loco Bar & Grill in Brandon last shut down?
- Chicken and Taco Loco Bar & Grill in Brandon was last shut down on May 23, 2016 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Chicken and Taco Loco Bar & Grill in Brandon?
- The most frequently cited violations at Chicken and Taco Loco Bar & Grill in Brandon are: Employee health policy, Food contact surfaces, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Chicken and Taco Loco Bar & Grill in Brandon had?
- Chicken and Taco Loco Bar & Grill in Brandon has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Chicken and Taco Loco Bar & Grill in Brandon find?
- Chicken and Taco Loco Bar & Grill in Brandon was most recently inspected on April 16, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Extension given, pending.
- Has Chicken and Taco Loco Bar & Grill in Brandon ever been shut down?
- Yes, Chicken and Taco Loco Bar & Grill in Brandon has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?
- Violation 53 (Outer openings protected) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/53.
- Has Chicken and Taco Loco Bar & Grill in Brandon faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Chicken and Taco Loco Bar & Grill in Brandon has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,120.00 in fines.
- How much has Chicken and Taco Loco Bar & Grill in Brandon been fined?
- Chicken and Taco Loco Bar & Grill in Brandon has been fined a total of $2,120.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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