EL TACOLGANDO

Name: EL TACOLGANDO
Address: 7001 N HIMES AVE, TAMPA, FL, 33614, US
Rating: 55.7

7001 N HIMES AVE, TAMPA, FL 33614

License #3952868

🌮 Mexican/Latin ℹ️

55.7 Grade F / 100

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May 14, 2026 · 9 findings · 2 critical

Routine - Food

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EL TACOLGANDO in TAMPA currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 55.7 out of 100 — an F grade — a serious pattern of repeat or critical violations. This restaurant has been inspected 9 times from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on May 14, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 54 total violations — 8 critical, 18 major, 28 minor.

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Disposition: Warning Issued
[14-09-4] Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.on prep table across from the triple sink ,
[51-06-4] Mobile food dispensing vehicle connected to utilities on more than a temporary basis. Operator has MFDV hard plumbed with PVC line on the property, a waste tank is in place , the fresh water tank has been removed.
[50-04-4] Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
[29-01-4] Portable water tank not enclosed or sloped to drain properly. MFDV Fresh water tank removed,and missing .
[08B-17-4] Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. 2 containers of unwashed mushrooms over ready to eat bread in tall refrigerator, operator moved items to appropriate location.
[50-17-3] Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 2/1/2026 establishment is open and operating, serving the public.
[08A-05-6] Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw eggs stored over ready to eat bread in tall refrigerator, operator moved items to appropriate location.
[11-27-4] Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Inspector provided operator a vomiting and diarrheal clean up poster at time of inspection.
[53A-01-7] Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. FOD manager for Jose Tepale expired 05/04/2026

Disposition: Warning Issued
[14-09-4] Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Multiple cutting boards has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
[14-42-4] Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of fryer and flattop griddle are soiled with debris.
[08B-12-5] Stored food not covered. Pineapple in rice not covered. Operator covered pineapples during time of inspection.
[08B-17-4] Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed mushrooms stored over Ready to eat hotdogs in Reach in cooler. Operator relocated mushrooms to an approved location during time of inspection.
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall surrounding fryers, flattop grill, three compartment sink are soiled.
[14-31-5] Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Raw breaded beef stored in shopping bags. Operator removed beef and wrapped in aluminum foil during time of inspection.
[08A-05-6] Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. 2 packages of raw bacon stored over bottles of water and soda in Reach in cooler. Operator relocated bacon during time of inspection. Discussed with operator not to store raw foods over Ready to eat foods.
[02C-03-5] Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Bag of shredded mozzarella in Reach in cooler not date marked. Operator added date mark during time of inspection.
[31A-09-4] Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Sheet pan placed over Employee handwash sink. Operator removed sheet pan during time of inspection.
[53B-01-5] No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
[02C-02-5] Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Shredded lettuce in Reach in cooler. Cooked shredded pork, cooked ground beef, refried beans, and multiple items in Reach in cooler not date marked. Operator added date mark during time of inspection.