Palm River-Clair Mel, Hillsborough County

TACO'S EL TUZO

7711 CAUSEWAY BLVD, Palm River-Clair Mel, FL 33619

FoodMobile MFDV
Latest violations
5
3 Intermediate
Mar 27, 2026
City
Palm River-Clair Mel
County
Hillsborough
Status
Current / Active
Inspections
12

Violation history

Florida violations grouped by priority level over time.

Inspection history

Florida inspections are violation-priority based, with high priority, intermediate, and basic counts shown separately.

Mar 27, 2026

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Intermediate: 3Basic: 2Total: 5

22-02-4

Detail 24473366

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-27: Time Extended

05-10-4

Detail 24473367

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-27: Time Extended

41-17-4

Detail 24473368

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with purple liquid in storage trailer. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-27: Time Extended

10-17-4

Detail 24473369

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knives between prep table and reach in cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-27: Time Extended

05-09-4

Detail 24473365

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-27: Time Extended

Mar 26, 2026

Routine - Food

Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority: 4Intermediate: 3Basic: 3Total: 10

35A-02-7

Detail 24470125

High Priority - Live, small flying insects found 2 dead flies on shelf next to single service items. Warning

08A-05-6

Detail 24470123

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over cooked tortillas in reach in cooler. Operator relocated. Corrected On-Site Warning

01B-02-5

Detail 24470119

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cold holding: raw beef 47 F, raw fish 46 F, raw pork 48 F, cooked shrimp 48 F, cooked vegetables soup 50 F, Per operator all items were in reach in cooler over night and is unaware when items went out of temperature. Operator did not take temperatures of food items in the morning. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

03A-02-5

Detail 24470128

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold holding: raw beef 47 F, raw fish 46 F, raw pork 48 F, cooked shrimp 48 F, cooked vegetables soup 50 F, Per operator all items were in reach in cooler over night and is unaware when items went out of temperature. Operator did not take temperatures of food items in the morning. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

22-02-4

Detail 24470126

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning

05-10-4

Detail 24470120

Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures. Repeat Violation Warning

41-17-4

Detail 24470127

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with purple liquid in storage trailer. Warning

12B-07-4

Detail 24470121

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table in kitchen. Warning

10-17-4

Detail 24470122

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knives between prep table and reach in cooler. Warning

05-09-4

Detail 24470124

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Repeat Violation Warning

Oct 1, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 3Basic: 3Total: 9

08A-17-6

Detail 24080537

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken over raw beef in white chest reach in freezer in storage trailer.

01B-02-5

Detail 24080533

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cold holding: cooked pork 50 F, seasoned pork 48 F, Per operator items were in reach in cooler overnight and is unaware when items went out of temperature.

03A-02-5

Detail 24080531

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold holding: cooked pork 50 F, seasoned pork 48 F, Per operator items were in reach in cooler overnight and is unaware when items went out of temperature.

22-02-4

Detail 24080530

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards.

31B-02-4

Detail 24080536

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.

05-10-4

Detail 24080534

Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.

14-69-4

Detail 24080538

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Multiple white chest reach in freezers in storage trailer.

10-01-5

Detail 24080535

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Handle of scoop in bulk flour.

22-16-4

Detail 24080532

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in freezers in storage trailer.

Feb 17, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 3Total: 3

22-02-4

Detail 23559178

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards. Repeat Violation

31B-02-4

Detail 23559179

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator provided. Corrected On-Site

41-17-4

Detail 23559177

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with purple liquid at handwash sink.

Jul 26, 2024

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Intermediate: 1Total: 1

22-02-4

Detail 23008450

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen . Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-26: Time Extended

Jul 25, 2024

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 1Basic: 3Total: 6

35A-05-4

Detail 23005093

High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 2 live roaches under Three compartment sink. 1 roach egg behind reach in freezer in storage MFDV. Warning

41-10-4

Detail 23005090

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Hand sanitizer on shelf over dry good in storage MFDV. Warning

22-02-4

Detail 23005091

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen . Repeat Violation Warning

35A-03-4

Detail 23005095

Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach under prep table. 5 dead roaches on floor behind reach in freezer in storage MFDV. 2 dead roaches on floor in storage MFDV. Warning

12B-07-4

Detail 23005094

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on shelf over bulk water in storage truck. Repeat Violation Warning

10-17-4

Detail 23005092

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife between prep table and reach in cooler. Warning

Mar 18, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 1Basic: 3Total: 4

22-02-4

Detail 22725097

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.

12B-07-4

Detail 22725101

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on shelf over bulk rice in storage trailer.

08B-49-4

Detail 22725100

Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee bread on top of prep table in kitchen.

10-01-5

Detail 22725099

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Handle of scoop in rice.

Nov 29, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 4Basic: 4Total: 9

08A-05-6

Detail 22470001

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chorizo over mozzarella in reach in cooler . Operator relocated at time of inspection. Corrected On-Site

22-02-4

Detail 22470005

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen. Repeat Violation

31A-09-4

Detail 22470006

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Head of lettuce in handwash sink.

53B-13-5

Detail 22469998

Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

41-17-4

Detail 22470000

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with clear liquid near handwash sink . Repeat Violation

14-01-5

Detail 22470002

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl in bulk sugar. Operator removed at time of inspection. Corrected On-Site

12B-07-4

Detail 22470003

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee water bottle on prep table. Repeat Violation

23-03-4

Detail 22470004

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets of reach in coolers.

02D-01-5

Detail 22469999

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk sugar.

Aug 28, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

Call Back - Complied

Intermediate: 1Basic: 1Total: 2

22-02-4

Detail 22238994

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Observed - From initial inspection : Observed: Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen. Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-11: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-12: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-28: Time Extended

22-08-4

Detail 22238993

Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed - From initial inspection : Observed: Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave in kitchen. Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-11: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-12: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-28: Time Extended

Jul 12, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 2Basic: 2Total: 5

29-04-4

Detail 22228130

High Priority - Observed - From initial inspection : Observed: Nonfood-grade hose conveying potable water. Priority: High Priority - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-11: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-12: Time Extended

22-02-4

Detail 22228128

Intermediate - Observed - From initial inspection : Observed: Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen. Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-11: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-12: Time Extended

51-16-7

Detail 22228132

Intermediate - Observed - From initial inspection : Observed: No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Operator has bought new MFDV and has not submitted plans for unit. MFDV has a storage unit that is not movable next to it. Storage unit holds 2 white chest reach in freezers and 1 reach in cooler. Unwashed produce,bottle drinks and other food items are being stored as well. Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-11: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-12: Application submitted June 11,2023 with plan review. Application #187827 File #60221 Time Extended

22-08-4

Detail 22228129

Basic - Observed - From initial inspection : Observed: Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave in kitchen. Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-11: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-12: Time Extended

51-36-1

Detail 22228133

Basic - Observed - From initial inspection : Observed: Mobile food dispensing vehicle is utilizing storage unit not self-propelled or otherwise movable from place to place to hold and prep food. Storage unit holds 2 white chest reach in freezers and 1 reach in cooler. Unwashed produce,bottle drinks and other food items are being stored as well. Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-11: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-12: Time Extended

50-08-07

Detail 22228131

Observed - From initial inspection : Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http:// www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Previously licensed as Taco\005C2019s El Tuzo 3951676. Operator has moved all food items and food to this new mobile unit. Operator is selling tacos,burritos and sandwiches to the public. Priority: High Priority - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-11: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-12: Application submitted June 11,2023 with plan review.

May 11, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

Emergency Order Callback Time Extension

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 2Basic: 2Total: 7

50-08-7

Detail 22228121

High Priority - From initial inspection : Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http:// www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Previously licensed as Taco\2019s El Tuzo 3951676. Operator has moved all food items and food to this new mobile unit. Operator is selling tacos,burritos and sandwiches to the public. Priority: High Priority - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-11: Time Extended

29-04-4

Detail 22228101

High Priority - Observed - From initial inspection : Observed: Nonfood-grade hose conveying potable water. Priority: High Priority - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-11: Time Extended

03A-02-5

Detail 22228082

High Priority - Observed - From initial inspection : Observed: Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold holding: chicken 76 F, pork shredded 73 F, pork 75 F, operator stated items were taken out of cooler one hour earlier. Items were placed in reach in cooler. First temperature taken at 12:35 pm. Second temperature at 1:33 pm chicken 66 F and pork 67 F. Corrective Action Taken Priority: High Priority - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-11: Time Extended

22-02-4

Detail 22228083

Intermediate - Observed - From initial inspection : Observed: Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen. Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-11: Time Extended

51-16-7

Detail 22228125

Intermediate - Observed - From initial inspection : Observed: No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Operator has bought new MFDV and has not submitted plans for unit. MFDV has a storage unit that is not movable next to it. Storage unit holds 2 white chest reach in freezers and 1 reach in cooler. Unwashed produce,bottle drinks and other food items are being stored as well. Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-11: Time Extended

22-08-4

Detail 22228088

Basic - Observed - From initial inspection : Observed: Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave in kitchen. Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-11: Time Extended

51-36-1

Detail 22228126

Basic - Observed - From initial inspection : Observed: Mobile food dispensing vehicle is utilizing storage unit not self-propelled or otherwise movable from place to place to hold and prep food. Storage unit holds 2 white chest reach in freezers and 1 reach in cooler. Unwashed produce,bottle drinks and other food items are being stored as well. Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-11: Time Extended

May 10, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

Administrative determination recommended

High Priority: 4Intermediate: 5Basic: 3Total: 12

50-08-7

Detail 22227892

High Priority - Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http:// www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Previously licensed as Tacos El Tuzo 3951676. Operator has moved all food items and food to this new mobile unit. Operator is selling tacos,burritos and sandwiches to the public. Priority: High Priority

35A-02-6

Detail 22227885

High Priority - Observed: Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 3 flies in storage unit next to MFDV. 2 flies in MFDV. Priority: High Priority 41-17-4 Observed: Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with clear liquid. Priority: Intermediate

29-04-4

Detail 22227876

High Priority - Observed: Nonfood-grade hose conveying potable water. Priority: High Priority

03A-02-5

Detail 22227838

High Priority - Observed: Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold holding: chicken 76 F, pork shredded 73 F, pork 75 F, operator stated items were taken out of cooler one hour earlier. Items were placed in reach in cooler. First temperature taken at 12:35 pm. Second temperature at 1:33 pm chicken 66 F and pork 67 F. Corrective Action Taken Priority: High Priority

22-02-4

Detail 22227846

Intermediate - Observed: Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen. Priority: Intermediate

28-09-5

Detail 22227871

Intermediate - Observed: Mobile food dispensing vehicle disposing liquid waste improperly. MFDV has waste water tanks with hose connected draining in to storm water drain of parking lot. Food service liquid waste and bathroom liquid waste was hooked up to drain and draining in to storm water drain. Observed draining at time of inspection. Operator attempted to shut off water but water is leaking at storm drain. Priority: Intermediate

31B-02-4

Detail 22227883

Intermediate - Observed: No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink next to three compartment sink. Operator provided at time of inspection. Corrected On-Site Priority: Intermediate

51-16-7

Detail 22227902

Intermediate - Observed: No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Operator has bought new MFDV and has not submitted plans for unit. MFDV has a storage unit that is not movable next to it. Storage unit holds 2 white chest reach in freezers and 1 reach in cooler. Unwashed produce,bottle drinks and other food items are being stored as well. Priority: Intermediate

41-17-4

Detail 22228060

Intermediate - Observed: Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with clear liquid. Priority: Intermediate

12B-07-4

Detail 22227845

Basic - Observed: Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Water bottle on dry storage shelf above food for establishment in storage unit next to MFDV. Priority: Basic

22-08-4

Detail 22227865

Basic - Observed: Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave in kitchen. Priority: Basic

51-36-1

Detail 22227905

Basic - Observed: Mobile food dispensing vehicle is utilizing storage unit not self-propelled or otherwise movable from place to place to hold and prep food. Storage unit holds 2 white chest reach in freezers and 1 reach in cooler. Unwashed produce,bottle drinks and other food items are being stored as well. Priority: Basic