EL REY TACOS AND BEER
1122 THOMASVILLE RD STE 8, Tallahassee FL 32303
Last inspected May 7, 2026 · 7 visits since January 2024
APR 24
JUL 24
MAR 25
OCT 25
MAY 26
≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and B. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately one live roach on dining table in dining area during inspection.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
4 cases · $1,060
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2018024641 | May 7, 2018 | Sep 12, 2018 | — |
| 6--2017054901 | Nov 14, 2017 | Apr 6, 2018 | $600 |
| 6--2017048665 | Oct 2, 2017 | Oct 26, 2017 | $300 |
| 6--2017032420 | Jun 5, 2017 | Jul 20, 2017 | $160 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
May 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw breaded chicken strips stored over raw ground beef in upright freezer.
Drink dispenser Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink next to ice machine.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hose from drink dispenser, Ice and 2 glasses stored in sink next to ice machine. Knife stored in sink in ware wash location.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Inspector provided test strips to establishment.
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 and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Diana Alejandro hired 3 months ago and Otto Tiultiul hired over 3 months ago no proof of training.
Food stored on floor. White rice, jasmine Rice and multiple oil jugs stored in hall outside of kitchen near dry storage shelf.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Upright freezer has heavy blood at bottom of cooler.
Twenty (20) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in handwashing, warewashing, or equipment and utensil storage areas. No lights in location of handwashing sink and ice machine.
Mar 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Upon inspection observed ice buildup inside reach in freezer.
Jul 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Queso 47F, 45F.
Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed queso 47F, 45F, in reach in cooler at cook line. Per employee cooked and cooling since 07-15-24.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of standing water and debris in dish area.
Apr 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink in wait station.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times in kitchen. Sink inoperable, no water.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing in wait station. Food debris in bottom of sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bathroom facility not clean.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Equipment in poor repair. Door handle to upright freezer in disrepair.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand wash sink in kitchen no water.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink in wait station.
Twenty (20) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in handwashing, warewashing, or equipment and utensil storage areas.
Jan 23, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 22, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Observed soiled exterior of container containing chips stored on ground in kitchen area.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately one live roach on dining table in dining area during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pinto beans 104F and queso 98F at 12:45 in some spots at cook line make table. Per employee since 11:15. Employee stirred and covered food items during inspection. New temperature: pinto beans 135F and queso 139F.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed large accumulation of mold-like substance inside soda nozzles and ice chute at soda machine in lobby area.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink in kitchen area inoperable. Per employee hand wash sink is shut off due to leak.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 16 dead roaches at the following locations: 5 dead at side door of dining room, 5 dead at dish area, 3 dead on floor of kitchen entrance, 3 dead next to reach in cooler in corner of kitchen area. Per employee exterminator has sprayed for vermin on 01-18-24. Employee cleaned and sanitized sites during inspection.
Food stored on floor. Observed container of chips stored on ground in kitchen. Employee properly stored chips during inspection.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored on soiled bin. Employee cleaned and sanitized scoop and bin during inspection.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed hand wash sink cold water handle inoperable at storage/dish area.
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.