Inspectors temporarily close Bradenton-area taco restaurant with live roach problem

Florida’s Division of Hotels and Restaurants routinely inspects restaurants, food trucks and other food service establishments for public health and cleanliness issues.

The reports are public information.

During recent inspections, a taco and Mexican food restaurant in Bradenton was temporarily shut down after inspectors found signs of roach activity.

Antojitos Autenticos Mexicanos 4 Hermanos, 5108 15 St. E. #16, Bradenton — Inspected and temporarily shut down March 5

• High priority: An inspector observed approximately five live roaches near a handwashing sink.
• Intermediate: Cooked chicken that was previously prepared was not date-marked. Corrective action was taken.
• Basic: An inspector observed two dead roaches on the floor below a handwashing sink.
• Basic: An inspector noted three other basic violations, including single-service items stored unprotected from contamination.
• The restaurant met inspection standards during a follow-up visit on March 6 and was allowed to reopen.

Editor’s Note: According to the Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation, these reports are a “snapshot” of the conditions present at the time of the inspection and are public record. The agency is required to inspect every licensed restaurant at least once per year, but new and “high-risk” establishments tend to be inspected more frequently.

When an emergency shutdown order is given by an inspector, it must first be reviewed and approved by agency supervisors. In order for a business to reopen, an inspector will continue visiting the establishment daily until compliance is met. Some citations may include a financial penalty. Inspectors may also respond to complaints, which can be filed at www.myfloridalicense.com.