COQUI IS HERE BY TAYTAS
800 N FLAGLER AVE STE 1, Homestead FL 33030
Last inspected Jan 26, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections within 34 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jan 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed fresh garlic with oil (79F - Cold Holding) at prep table across cook line. As per cook for less than an hour minutes. Cook placed product in reach in freezer.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwash sink near the three compartment sink used for ice dumping.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no Quaternary chemical test kit.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed in restroom.
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in kitchen.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at handwash sink near the three compartment sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with heavy grease accumulation.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed in warewash area and kitchen and near handwash sink at front counter.
Sep 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate10 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed hand sanitizer stored on top of prep table above rice. Operator moved on site.
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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled dish and dry food rack shelves. Observed soiled knife magnets.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry food racks.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Inspector provided advisory and operator printed.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed on dry food racks.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed in restroom.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in kitchen.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed throughout establishment cracked tiles.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in cooler at front counter.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in cooler at front counter.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed spice containers reused for other spices in kitchen area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed in warewash area and kitchen.
Apr 10, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gasket torn at the front line.
Apr 2, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate11 Basic
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Raw animal food not separated from ready-to-eat food during preparation. Observed raw shell eggs stored above beef inside the reach in cooler in the kitchen.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed French fries (48 F - Cold Holding); pork (49 F - Cold Holding); beef (47 F - Cold Holding); shrimp (47 F - Cold Holding), pork chop (49 F - Cold Holding); inside the reach in cooler in the kitchen. As per employee food was stored yesterday night. Stop sale was issued.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed French fries (48 F - Cold Holding); pork (49 F - Cold Holding); beef (47 F - Cold Holding); shrimp (47 F - Cold Holding), pork chop (49 F - Cold Holding); inside the reach in cooler in the kitchen. As per employee food was stored yesterday night. Stop sale was issued.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed ground beef inside the reach in cooler not date marked.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed all food inside the reach in cooler is out of temperature. No ambient thermometer inside.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed cook wearing a watch while preparing food. Employee removed it.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gasket torn at the front line.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed handle in disrepair at the front counter.
Food stored on floor. Observed water bottles stored on the floor at the front counter.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall next to the mop sink and also under the hand wash sink in the kitchen.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Employee removed it.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer inside the reach in cooler in the kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled at the front line.
Objectionable odors in dining area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind 3 compartment is soiled and also behind the hand wash sink.
Jan 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed at the front counter.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed behind the hand wash sink.
In-use spatula stored between the wall and hand wash sink. Employee removed it.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Employee removed them.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled.
Utensils in poor condition. Observed reach in cooler gasket torn. Observed at the front line.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed in preparation table. Employee removed it.
Mar 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food prepared in a private home. See stop sale. Observed over 70 individuals desserts including flans, tres leches. Operator was not able to provided invoice and she called the provider and provided confirmed desserts were cooked at home.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed oil with garlic (73 F - Cold Holding) stored in the preparation table. As per employee it was stored less than 1 hour. Employee placed garlic with oil inside an ice bucket.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed 4 employees working at the time if the inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed ground beef inside the reach in cooler not dated marked. As per employee it was cooked yesterday.
Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled and also hood filters soiled.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed 5 wet wiping cloth stored in the preparation area. Employee removed them.
Oct 18, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee handled soiled dishes to the dishwasher and then served food. Operator was coached to train employees to wash their hands.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored above unwashed vegetables at the reach in cooler. Operator was coached how to store the foods.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored above raw meat inside the reach in cooler. Operator was coached how to store the foods.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the unisex bathroom.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed a broken cutting board no longer cleanable. Operator discarded it.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed a water leaking at the hand wash sink by the 3 compartment sink.
Jul 10, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed plantains 69° F stored at the front counter. Operator stored plantains at the reach in cooler.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed a cooked octopus ceviche not date marked. As per operator it was cooked more than 24 hrs ago. Operator date marked it.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed displayed license expired Oct 2022.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.