LOS TACOS DEL CHEF PANCHO
4661 NW 199 ST, Miami Gardens FL 33055 · 786.222.0434
Last inspected Aug 7, 2026 · 9 visits since January 2024
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 22 points off where it started.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 7, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Filter soiled.
Aug 6, 2026Warning 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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Metal stem-type thermometer soiled.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed reach in drawer pork (60F - Cold Holding); chicken (61F - Cold Holding); beef (61F - Cold Holding); chorizo (60F - Cold Holding); cheese (62F - Cold Holding) for more than 4 hours as per operator.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed reach in drawer pork (60F - Cold Holding); chicken (61F - Cold Holding); beef (61F - Cold Holding); chorizo (60F - Cold Holding); cheese (62F - Cold Holding) for more than 4 hours as per operator.
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. Employees name Yanet, Sandra. Emailed form to operator.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Soap was replaced during inspection.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle with Windex with no label.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler drawer with ambient temperature of 47°F.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole on the wall, underneath of the hand sink.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Filter soiled.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Feb 23, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 16 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority6 Intermediate8 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken (111F - Hot Holding), for less than 4 hours as per operator, operator reheated at 165°F.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed raw chicken in metal container in hand sink, operator removed it.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Paper towel was provided at the time of the inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Soap was provided at the time of the inspection.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Yaime, Melani.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with windex with no label.
Employee chewing gum while preparing food or while in a food prep/food storage/warewashing area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on preparation table. Operator removed it.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Filter soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
Jul 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine test kit.
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Hole in or other damage to wall. By three compartment sink and back door.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Filter soiled.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
Feb 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 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 cooked chicken (106F - Hot Holding); cooked beef (122F - Hot Holding) for less than 4 hours, operator reheated it.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Microwave soiled.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Soap was replaced it during inspection.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Nov 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate10 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 cooked beef (109F - Hot Holding); chicharron (98F - Hot Holding for less than 4 hours as per operator. Operator reheated at 165°F during inspection.
No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing. Operator provided Clorox during inspection.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee purse on preparation table. Operator properly stored it.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Garbage can soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood, reach in gasket, floor drain soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
May 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine test kit.
May 29, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Jan 24, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Manager Peter Garcia.
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. Employee Elvin de la Rosa.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
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.