COYO TACO
1514 S DIXIE HWY, Coral Gables FL 33146
Last inspected Aug 7, 2026 · 7 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed for plantains (57F - Cold Holding) at cook line cooler. As per operator about 2 hours.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Aug 7, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed at cook line drawer coolers raw beef steaks stored over raw shrimp and fish. Operator began to remove.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line cold table, shredded cheese (53F - Cold Holding) chipotle aioli (52F - Cold Holding). As per operator since 11am. Operator removed and voluntarily discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line griddle Al pastor pork (122F - Hot Holding). As per operator less than 3 hours. Operator began to reheat.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets at reach in cooler broken.
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Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed at fron5 counter and cook line area.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed between prep table coolers. Operator removed.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed for to go boxes and aluminum pans at cook line top shelf. Operator inverted.
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. Observed operator conducting ROP without HACCP to be held within 48 hours, and items have not been removed from packaging with in 48 hours. Observed packages dated, 7/31, 8/1, 8/3.
Jan 14, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed prep area hand sink used as dump sink, with evidence of food remnants. Operator cleaned
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed stored between prep table coolers. Operator removed.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed discarded cardboard boxes stored outside at kitchen exit door. Employee began to discard.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed stored in mop bucket. Operator hung up.
Aug 26, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line prep table, shredded cheese (49F - Cold Holding). As per operator less than 2 hours. Observed at cook line reach in coolers raw grouper (53F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (51F - Cold Holding). As per operator less than 2 hours. Operator added ice to items to rapid cool.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed at dish washing area hand sink blocked by instruction manual binder. Operator removed.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed prep area hand sink used as dump sink, with evidence of food remnants. Operator cleaned sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at women's bath room. Operator provided soap.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed stored between prep table coolers. Operator removed.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in a container of flour at dry storage area. Operator corrected scoop.
Open dumpster lid.
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. Observed for packages of shredded barbacoa and chicken in walk in freezer not removed from packaging with in 48 hours.
Mar 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed for container of utensils on griddle.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed for plantains (57F - Cold Holding) at cook line cooler. As per operator about 2 hours.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed at hand sink at dish area use to store containers.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in a container of pepper in walk in cooler.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed at reach in coolers and hot boxes at cook line.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed at cook line area. Employee cleaned during inspection.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed for Togo food boxes at cook line. Operator placed under shelf to protect.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed outside at exit door, discarded boxes in walk way to garbage area. Operator had employee cleaned during area during inspection.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Operator stored upright to dry properly.
Sep 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at prep table shredded cheese (58F - Cold Holding). As per operator for 2 hours operator removed to place in walk in to rapid cool. Observed at cook line reach in cooler raw grouper (67F - Cold Holding). As per operator for 2 hours operator removed to place in walk in to rapid cool.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary test kit available.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand sink in three compartment sink area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed at cook line.
Garbage can located outside has no lid or lid open/broken.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed installed over beer dispenser at front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets at reach in coolers soiled.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Apr 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored in same space as ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored next to bags of sauces at reach in cooler. Operator separated the products.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded cheese (56 F - Cold Holding) at ice bath next to steam table. As per operator for less than one hour. Operator added ice to the ice bath for rapid cooling.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Observed products under time control chicken, beef, pork and cauliflower) no time marked above of grill. As per manager were just changed at 3:00 pm. Manager time marked the products.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed corn (130 F - Hot Holding) at steam table. As per operator for less than two hours. Operator increased the temperature of the steam table to reheat the product.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food residual at hand wash sink preparation area. Manager cleaned out the sink.
Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Observed two knives stored between wall and three compartment sink. Operated removed the knifes
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed insect device installed over the beer dispenser.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At women's bathroom.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from hand wash sink preparation area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 0 ppm) under steam table. Operator changed the sanitizer solution. Final concentration 200 ppm.
Oct 27, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed for the vents located above the steam table.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back.
Food stored on floor. Observed bucket containing horchata stored on the floor of the walk-in cooler.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed in the mens bathroom.
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