Tacos El Costeno 2 LLC in Sarasota
Last inspected:
5769 Beneva Rd, Sarasota, FL 34233Tacos El Costeno 2 in Sarasota has been inspected 24 times since 2016 and accumulated 223 violations, averaging 9.3 violations per inspection—nearly double Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never been emergency-closed. Employee health policy violations, proper hand and arm washing failures, chemical storage issues, and food contact surface contamination are recurring findings, appearing across multiple inspections. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $640 in fines. The most recent inspection on January 28, 2026 documented 11 violations including high-priority deficiencies in employee health policy, chemical storage, food contact surfaces, and hand washing procedures; the inspection was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Tacos El Costeno 2 LLC in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages
Tacos El Costeno 2 LLC in Sarasota: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $640.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2023021232 | $640.00 | Mar 13, 2023 | Fort Lauderdale |
Tacos El Costeno 2 LLC in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections17 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections20 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 5 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections51 violations · 30 high priority
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 18 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections16 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Tacos El Costeno 2 LLC in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Tacos El Costeno 2 LLC in Sarasota last inspected?
- Tacos El Costeno 2 LLC in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 28, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Tacos El Costeno 2 LLC in Sarasota?
- The most frequently cited violations at Tacos El Costeno 2 LLC in Sarasota are: Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Tacos El Costeno 2 LLC in Sarasota had?
- Tacos El Costeno 2 LLC in Sarasota has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Tacos El Costeno 2 LLC in Sarasota find?
- Tacos El Costeno 2 LLC in Sarasota was most recently inspected on January 28, 2026 with 11 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Tacos El Costeno 2 LLC in Sarasota ever been shut down?
- No, Tacos El Costeno 2 LLC in Sarasota has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- 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 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.
- Has Tacos El Costeno 2 LLC in Sarasota faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Tacos El Costeno 2 LLC in Sarasota has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $640.00 in fines.
- How much has Tacos El Costeno 2 LLC in Sarasota been fined?
- Tacos El Costeno 2 LLC in Sarasota has been fined a total of $640.00 across 1 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).
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