Tacos EL Big Buddy II
2245 E Fletcher Ave, Tampa, FL 33612 · Mobile Food Dispensing Vehicle · License 3954395
What drove the grade
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
How the score was calculated
- Starting score100
- Violations at the Aug 12 routine inspection4 intermediate (1 repeat), 2 basic (2 repeats)-17
- Administrative complaint on Aug 12Counts in full until a follow-up finds the problems fixed-20
- Safety score63
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Inspection history
1 inspection · 1 visitRoutine inspection
- First visitAug 12, 2026 Administrative complaint
Serious or repeated problems led the inspector to recommend formal action by the state, which can include fines.
6 violations found:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat the inspector cited
Intermediate4
Code 11, Employee health: 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.
Code 16, Dishwashing facilities and test kits: No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No chlorine test kit.
Repeat violation
Code 28, Sewage and wastewater disposal: Mobile food dispensing vehicle disposing liquid waste improperly.
Hose running from truck to storm drain in store parking lot dumping gray water. Owner removed hose, verified mop sink at gas station.
Administrative complaint
Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
Handwashing sink has supplies stored inside it.
Basic2
Code 12, Handwashing and hygienic practices: Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Employee drink stored on steam table. Chef removed and properly stored drink.
Fixed on the spotRepeat violation
Code 51, Other sanitary and safe operation: No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Repeat violation
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Priority levels
- High priority The problems most likely to make someone sick directly.
- Intermediate Could lead to a high-priority problem if not fixed.
- Basic Best practices and general upkeep.