LA ISLA TACO GRILL
243 61 GULF STREET, Marathon FL 33050 · 305-849-5442
Last inspected Jul 23, 2026 · 10 visits since August 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 13 points off where it started.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Container of medicine improperly stored with sodas in refrigerator
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
Food stored outside. observed a chest freezer a two door standup cooler two refrigerators, on covered patio at back of the motel that service the MFDV this area is not enclosed.
In-use tongs stored on fire equipment between uses.
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In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. On covered patio area behind the motel
Unprotected ice machine in a customer/nonsecure area.
Apr 3, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Jan 30, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.rosemary Alisa
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.
Equipment in poor repair. Stand up cold holding unit in disrepair. No food in the unit at time of inspection.
In-use tongs stored on fire equipment piping between uses.
Plumbing system in disrepair. The hot water heater is not working in the MFDV
Aug 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Equipment in poor repair. Stand up cold holding unit is not working. No food is in this unit at time of inspection.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
In-use tongs stored on fire equipment nozzles between uses.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Water @95F
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
Mar 6, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle connected to utilities on more than a temporary basis. Observed the plumbing drain line in the MFDV is not a temporary connection. The line is glued pvc from the truck to the in ground utility drain connection
Dec 27, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle connected to utilities on more than a temporary basis. Observed the plumbing drain line in the MFDV is not a temporary connection. The line is glued pvc from the truck to the in ground utility drain connection
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. The lift lid reach in cooler gaskets are soiled
Single-service articles improperly stored. Take out containers stored on the floor
Aug 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by fan hanging over sink
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
In-use tongs stored on fire nozzle between uses.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Jan 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
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.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times due to fan hanging in front of handwash sink
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Spray bottle containing toxic blue liquid substance not labeled.
In-use tongs stored on fire equipment between uses.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Water is 110F
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Terry Cloth towel used as a food-contact surface covering cooked cooling beef.
Sep 13, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
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.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Aug 31, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored.
Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. Shrimp ceviche is served raw, Needs letter of parasite destruction from supplier.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
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.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Locked by garbage can and step ladder
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
In-use tongs stored on equipment nozzle between uses.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Desert reach in gaskets are soiled
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.
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.