El Cochiloco Tacos and More Restaurant in Largo
Last inspected:
1385 S Belcher Rd, Largo, FL 33771El Cochiloco Tacos and More in Largo has averaged 6.5 violations per inspection across 24 inspections since 2016, slightly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2, with no emergency closures on record. The facility has shown inconsistent compliance, with recurring violations in handwashing, food contact surface sanitation, proper cooking temperatures, employee health reporting, and consumer advisories. High-priority violations citing employee health reporting, chemical storage, and shell stock requirements appeared in four of the most recent six inspections. The most recent inspection on January 7, 2026 resulted in a call-back compliance confirmation after 12 violations were cited on that same date, including intermediate violations for proper hand and arm washing and basic violations for food contact surfaces and consumer advisories. A November 6, 2025 inspection issued a warning after documenting 39 violations, including high-priority findings for employee health reporting, food contact surface sanitation, and proper cooking temperatures. An April 18, 2025 inspection resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation following 12 violations including four high-priority citations. Compliance patterns suggest systemic management challenges in employee health practices, handwashing protocols, and food safety fundamentals.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
El Cochiloco Tacos and More Restaurant in Largo: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
El Cochiloco Tacos and More Restaurant in Largo: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)
— 2 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections25 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections13 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections26 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections12 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
El Cochiloco Tacos and More Restaurant in Largo: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was El Cochiloco Tacos and More Restaurant in Largo last inspected?
- El Cochiloco Tacos and More Restaurant in Largo was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 21, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at El Cochiloco Tacos and More Restaurant in Largo?
- The most frequently cited violations at El Cochiloco Tacos and More Restaurant in Largo are: Clean multi-use utensils, Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has El Cochiloco Tacos and More Restaurant in Largo had?
- El Cochiloco Tacos and More Restaurant in Largo has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of El Cochiloco Tacos and More Restaurant in Largo find?
- El Cochiloco Tacos and More Restaurant in Largo was most recently inspected on April 21, 2026 with 11 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has El Cochiloco Tacos and More Restaurant in Largo ever been shut down?
- No, El Cochiloco Tacos and More Restaurant in Largo has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
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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.
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