Taqueria la Mexicana #4
8749 W Waters Ave, Tampa, FL 33615 · Mobile Food Dispensing Vehicle · License 3951837
What drove the grade
Vacuum breaker missing at splitter added to hose bibb.
How the score was calculated
- Starting score100
- Violations at the Jul 8 routine inspection1 high priority, 5 intermediate (2 fixed on the spot), 2 basic-21
- Complaint after follow-up on Sep 8Counts in full until a follow-up finds the problems fixed-20
- Safety score59
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Inspection history
1 inspection · 2 visitsRoutine inspection
- Follow-up visitSep 8, 2026 Complaint after follow-up
Problems from the first visit still weren't fixed, so the inspector recommended formal action by the state, which can include fines.
4 violations still not corrected:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat was still cited
High priority1
Code 29, Plumbing and backflow prevention: Vacuum breaker missing at splitter added to hose bibb.
No vacuum breaker added to splitter at hose bibb.
Intermediate2
Code 51, Other sanitary and safe operation: No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress.
Food truck is blocked in by a metal gazebo and three picnic benches located in front of the food truck. Metal awning attached to food truck over service window. Awning is bolted to the food truck and the ground.
Code 53, Manager certification and employee training: No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago.
Basic1
Code 51, Other sanitary and safe operation: Mobile food dispensing vehicle is not self-propelled or otherwise movable from place to place.
Food truck is blocked in by a metal gazebo and three picnic benches located in front of the food truck. Metal awning attached to food truck over service window. Awning is bolted to the food truck and the ground.
- First visitJul 8, 2026 Warning issued
Problems were found that had to be fixed. The inspector will come back to check.
8 violations found:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat the inspector cited
High priority1
Code 29, Plumbing and backflow prevention: Vacuum breaker missing at splitter added to hose bibb.
Located at rear of food truck next to propane tanks.
Intermediate5
Code 27, Water source: Water with a temperature of least 85°F not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.
No hot water available at hand washing sink when turned on. Cold water measured at 86°F.
Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
Hand washing sink blocked by a stepstool and small fan. Employee unblocked sink at time of inspection.
Fixed on the spot
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
Mangoes and nectarine are stored inside hand washing sink. Employee removed all fruits at time of Inspection.
Fixed on the spot
Code 51, Other sanitary and safe operation: 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/. Two large propane tanks stored on ground outside of food truck located at rear of truck. Food truck is blocked in by a metal gazebo located in front of the food truck. Metal awning attached to food truck over service window. One reach in chest freezer stored outside of food truck, opposite side of service window. Bags of gorditas, black beans, and different types of raw meats are stored inside the reach in chest freezer. Outside shed, located to the opposite side of food truck service window, contains single service items as well as three cases of bottled water, three bags of dried chilies, and one bag of dry corn husk. A plan review handout has been provided to the employee at time of inspection.
Code 53, Manager certification and employee training: No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago.
To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No certificate for Eleny G.
Basic2
Code 08, Food protection and cross-contamination: Food stored outside.
One container of oil stored at the outside rear of food truck, next to propane tanks . One reach in chest freezer stored outside of food truck, opposite side of service window. Bags of gorditas, black beans, and different types of raw meats are stored inside the reach in chest freezer. Outside shed, located to the opposite side of food truck service window, contains single service items as well as three cases of bottled water, three bags of dried chilies, and one bag of dry corn husk.
Code 51, Other sanitary and safe operation: Mobile food dispensing vehicle is not self-propelled or otherwise movable from place to place.
Two large propane tanks stored on ground outside of food truck located at rear of truck. Food truck is blocked in by a metal gazebo located in front of the food truck. Metal awning attached to food truck over service window. One reach in chest freezer stored outside of food truck, opposite side of service window. Bags of gorditas, black beans, and different types of raw meats are stored inside the reach in chest freezer. Outside shed, located to the opposite side of food truck service window, contains single service items as well as three cases of bottled water, three bags of dried chilies, and one bag of dry corn husk.
Reading this report
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.
Terms in the inspectors’ reports
- Vacuum breaker, backflow
- Plumbing parts that keep dirty water, such as from a mop sink hose, from flowing back into the clean water supply.