COYO TACO
2320 NW 2ND AVE, Miami FL 33127 · 954-294-4625
Last inspected Aug 6, 2026 · 10 visits since September 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef over raw mahi mahi at reach in cooler by front counter.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2022042594 | Jun 14, 2022 | Oct 3, 2022 | $200 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 13 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shelled eggs stored above unwashed product inside walk in cooler. Operator removed eggs.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter (65F - Cold Holding) located next to cook line. As per operator, product was placed there about an hour ago. Operator placed inside walk in cooler for rapid cooling.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed quaternary and chlorine test kit for three compartment sink and dish machine expired 07/26.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed shelf used to stored food contact equipment near back area rusted.
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Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed walk in cooler door handle with food debris.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed cloth used to cover butter near cook line. Operator removed.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed two plastic containers inside walk in cooler cracked. Operator discarded.
Food stored on floor. Observed aluminum pan of sauce on floor inside walk in cooler. Operator removed.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall next to dry rack shelfs.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wiping cloth on top of white cutting board at prep reach in cooler. Operator removed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler located door gasket soiled.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wiping cloth on top of white cutting board near cook line not stored in sanitary solution.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed clear squeeze bottles containing oils and sauces with no label on prep table near front counter.
Sep 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 2300 NW 2ND AVE BAY 1, Miami — this licence has since moved.
2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee placed gloves without washing hands first at cook line. Instructed employee on proper method.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef over raw mahi mahi at reach in cooler by front counter.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent soiled by dish machine.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed In-use utensil stored in standing water at 66f at front counter. Employee discarded water.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan cover soiled at walk in cooler.
Sep 17, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Recorded at 2300 NW 2ND AVE BAY 1, Miami — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent soiled by dish machine.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan cover at walk in cooler soiled.
Jul 8, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
Recorded at 2300 NW 2ND AVE BAY 1, Miami — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed certificate Aline Joseph certificate expired on 11/11/2024, Gloria Mendez certificate expired on 11/11/2024, Jessica Figueroa certificate expired on 11/11/2024, Dennis Guerra certificate expired on 11/11/2024, Hanna Herrera certificate expired on 11/11/2024, Damaris Figueroa certificate expired on 11/11/2024.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent soiled by dish machine.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed containers with sauce not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor at walk in cooler. Manager removed it from the floor.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at handsink next to 3 compartment sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan cover at walk in cooler soiled.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jan 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 2300 NW 2ND AVE BAY 1, Miami — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler gasket soiled. Observed walk in cooler fan covers soiled. Operator wiped down immediately.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has accumulated.
Dec 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 2300 NW 2ND AVE BAY 1, Miami — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed small plastic container inside container of cheese used to scoop. Operator removed.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed hot box gasket in disrepair.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler vent cover soiled. Observed walk in cooler gasket soiled.
Jul 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 2300 NW 2ND AVE BAY 1, Miami — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed quaternary test kit for three compartment sink expired 12/31/2023.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance inside ice machine. Operator discarded ice, clean and sanitized interior of ice machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed dish machine exterior soiled. Operator wiped down immediately.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets located at the cook line, across the cook line, and at the hot box torn.
Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Observed ice bucket on floor near ice machine. Operator removed from floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler gasket soiled. Observed reach in cooler gasket located across the cook line soiled. Observed walk in cooler fan covers soiled.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth located at the front counter prep station not stored in sanitizing solution. Operator removed immediately.
Mar 13, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Recorded at 2300 NW 2ND AVE BAY 1, Miami — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket at front counter with torn gasket.
Mar 11, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
Recorded at 2300 NW 2ND AVE BAY 1, Miami — this licence has since moved.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed steak (122F - Hot Holding); chicken (120F - Hot Holding); rice (125F - Hot Holding) inside hot box next to cook line. As per operator, products were made about an hour ago. Operator began to reheat items to correct reheat temperature.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket at front counter with torn gasket.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler gasket soiled. Operator wiped down.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observe two wet mops not hung up to dry near ice machine. Operator hung up.
Sep 27, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 2300 NW 2ND AVE BAY 1, Miami — this licence has since moved.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed kitchen utensils inside standing water at the cook line. Operator discarded water.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed steak (130F - Hot Holding) at front counter. Operator reheated steak. Temperature was steak (179F - Reheating)
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler at front counter not working. Operator placed service call and tech is currently repairing.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer gasket at the front counter soiled. Observed fan covers soiled near cook line. Operator cleaned right away.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution.
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