LOS TACOS DE MI ABUELA
219 NW 10 AVE, Gainesville FL 32601 · 772-475-4106
Last inspected Mar 4, 2026 · 10 visits since September 2023
FEB 24
AUG 24
MAR 25
SEP 25
MAR 26
≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between C and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found. 1 fly flying around in truck.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Mar 4, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Thank you togo bag touching cut cilantro directly in reach in cooler by sinks.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. chicken (51F - Cold Holding); beans (54F - Cold Holding) items in top portion of reach in cooler by back door, top portion of cooler not fully stocked causing the cold air to immediately escape cooler when door is opened. Spoke to employee about blocking gaps to keep cold air inside cooler when open.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Stained cutting board on reach in cooler by sinks.
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler gasket torn by back door.
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Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Metal flooring no longer screwed down securely causing water to stand under metal sheets.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood system above grill dripping grease.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Pipe under Handwash sink not fully connected, when water runs in Handwash sink water drips onto floor.
Sep 8, 2025Call 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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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. beef (60F - Cold Holding); chicken (59F - Cold Holding); pork (60F - Cold Holding) items in unit by door the bottom portion of air vents are blocked by bags of bread and large container of cheese causing the cold air to not distribute properly and the top air vents were not fully covered with containers causing the cold air to blow out of unit instead of staying within unit to keep food cold. cheese (46F - Cold Holding); tomato (47F - Cold Holding); lettuce (47F - Cold Holding) items in unit by Three compartment sink, cooler blowing at 39F the bottom portion was very compact with food possibly causing the air not to flow throughout unit properly. Operator started moving items around properly.
Sep 4, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. 1 fly flying around in truck.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. beef (60F - Cold Holding); chicken (59F - Cold Holding); pork (60F - Cold Holding) items in unit by door the bottom portion of air vents are blocked by bags of bread and large container of cheese causing the cold air to not distribute properly and the top air vents were not fully covered with containers causing the cold air to blow out of unit instead of staying within unit to keep food cold. cheese (46F - Cold Holding); tomato (47F - Cold Holding); lettuce (47F - Cold Holding) items in unit by Three compartment sink, cooler blowing at 39F the bottom portion was very compact with food possibly causing the air not to flow throughout unit properly. Operator started moving items around properly.
Equipment in poor repair. Cutting board on prep table with burn marks.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In reach in cooler by door.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler door handles soiled on unit by back door.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. 1 fly inside truck, serving window kept open.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. In front of Three compartment sink.
Mar 27, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Walmart shopping bag holding tortillas touching food directly in reach in cooler by door.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. pork (53F - Cold Holding); cheese (51F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (53F - Cold Holding) items in bottom portion of reach in cooler by door the bottom of cooler is packed with multiple food items possibly blocking the air flow of cooler, operator placed items in drink cooler with ice. Retemped cheese and pork below 43F.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Fruit juicer in Handwash sink, inspector moved to wash hands.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Plastic container holding cheese in reach in cooler by door the containers lid is cracked.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Pipes under Three compartment sink has a small leak.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Extinguisher in the recharge zone by back door.
Aug 23, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. One fly flying in truck.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. 6/1/2024.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over tomatoes and cheese in reach in cooler by Handwash sink.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. chicken (51F - Cold Holding) item in cooler by door, employee had item out of fridge for an order but item was placed back in fridge with other items at 41F or below.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Stained cutting board.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine.
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. 1 employee.
Food stored on floor. Oil on floor by flat top.
Feb 7, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. beef (54F - Cold Holding); onions jals cooked (87F - Cold Holding) employees stated that beef was brought out of cooler to season and start cooking, item sitting on counter. Cooked onions and jalepenos are cooked then set out on counter for lunch time, operator stated they are going to throw items away.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on prep table stained.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Container of potatoes in Handwash sink, employee moved item.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Utilizing chlorine bleach.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at 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. 2 employees working on truck.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Both boards on prep table.
Food stored on floor. Jugs of oil on floor on cooks line.
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.
Dec 4, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Sep 28, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Sep 26, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority7 Intermediate6 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. First aid kit on shelf above reach in cooler by door.
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Container holding shredded cheese with hinged handles. Paper towel wrapped around homemade tortillas in reach in cooler by door.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken on top of tortillas and above uncut fruits/veggies in reach in cooler by door.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. beef tongue (45F - Cold Holding); cheese (46F - Cold Holding); cheese constantly taken out of cooler for orders during lunch, tongue in bag on top of metal containers in the top portion of cooler, moved bag to the bottom part to contain cooler air. beans (51F - Cold Holding) sour cream (47F - Cold Holding) items in bottom portion of reach in cooler by sinks, operator stated items are taken out during lunch rush and placed back in cooler. All other items in cooler were 41 or below.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. onions cooked (112F - Hot Holding); jalepenos cooked (84F - Hot Holding) sitting next to grill on cutting board in metal container, spoke to operator about keeping hot at 135 or above or using time as a public health control.
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 used for purposes other than handwashing. Soiled pots, pans, and utensils in Handwash sink, employee moved items.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Beans prepared yesterday no date mark.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot water was turned off, employee turned hot water on.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Opened drink on prep table by cutting board. Opened bottle drink on top shelf in reach in cooler by sinks.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. 1 plate of tacos next to cutting boards and 1 on cutting board of reach in cooler employee stated that those tacos were the employees lunches.
Food stored on floor. Cucumbers, onions, and potatoes on floor near grill/back door.
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.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gasket soiled cooler by sinks.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Cooked tripe in bag thawing on prep table at room temperature.
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