Taqueria Alvarez

2301 Knights Griffin Rd, Plant City, FL 33565

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Dec 6, 2023

Score

High Risk

The health department has logged three inspections at Taqueria Alvarez, the earliest from 2023. Taqueria Alvarez was last inspected on Dec 6, 2023. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection. Taqueria Alvarez's record stops at Dec 6, 2023, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around eight violations each, up from closer to four violations before.

When inspectors have written things up, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

That's lower than the typical Plant City restaurant, which scores around 81. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 6, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 8 violations

High Priority - Mobile food dispensing vehicle obtaining water from an unapproved source. Obtaining water at residence per operator **Warning**

27-27-4

High Priority - Mobile Food Dispensing Vehicle conducted food preparation, food storage or other food activity in a private home. See stop sale. Observed cooler of cooked meats stored in chest freezer at residence. Operator confirmed storage location **Warning**

01A-04-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. **Warning**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - 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. **Warning**

53B-01-5

Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. **Warning**

11-26-1

Intermediate - Nonself-sufficient mobile food dispensing vehicle operating from an unapproved commissary. **Warning**

51-22-4

Intermediate - 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. **Warning**

11-27-4

Basic - Food stored outside. Observed cooler of cooked meats stored outside of food truck on ground. Stop sale issued **Warning**

08B-42-4

May 3, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Pan of tortillas on sink

31A-09-4

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Open water bottles

12B-07-4

Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Sour cream containers

25-32-4

Apr 5, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Cutting board

31A-09-4

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.

25-06-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.

21-12-4

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.

12B-07-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taqueria Alvarez last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taqueria Alvarez on file is from Dec 6, 2023. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taqueria Alvarez?

Across the inspection record, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Taqueria Alvarez.

How does Taqueria Alvarez compare to other restaurants in Plant City?

Taqueria Alvarez most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Plant City average of 81.

Has Taqueria Alvarez's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Taqueria Alvarez have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Taqueria Alvarez means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

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