MASTER TAQUERIA Y PALETERIA MEXICANA
256 W ARDICE AVE, Eustis FL 32726 · 3528004994
Last inspected Aug 24, 2026 · 7 visits since September 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 7 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2021055335 | Sep 20, 2021 | Feb 1, 2022 | $160 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Aug 24, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 21 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate16 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 21 findingsThe state's own report →
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Windex stored directly on top of box of crackers at front counter. Operator removed.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Long white cutting board in the kitchen Fryer baskets
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No Chlorine strips.
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Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Silvano and Marlen certificates expired 6-07-2026.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles over prep table. Ceiling tile over walk in cooler.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. On prep table. Operator removed.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor at cook line. Floor in walk in cooler. Cleaning under dish racks in dish area. Floor under three compartment sink.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Tiles outside walk in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Bag of rice in dry storage. Operator removed.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Wall by three compartment sink.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. In upright white chest freezer in the kitchen.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. In small ice maker. Operator removed.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. On oven door handle. Operator removed.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. White microwave above steam table.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gaskets at cook line
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler at cook line
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. In orep reach in cooler.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Reach in drinks cooler shelves rusted.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall at cook line. Wall by white chest freezer.wall on the right when entering the kitchen.
Mar 25, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw Shell eggs over tortillas in walk in cooler. Operator removed.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Per operator from day prior. Raw Chicken (53F - Cold Holding); Raw Shell eggs (51F - Cold Holding);
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Per operator from day prior. Raw Chicken (53F - Cold Holding); Raw Shell eggs (51F - Cold Holding);
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. White cutting board at cook line.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked with containers. Operator removed.
No soap provided at handwash sink. At front counter
Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook wearing bracelets. Operator removed.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. Several buckets of drinks in walk in cooler. Operator removed.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. On oven handle. Operator removed.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven at cook line.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At front counter sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled. Reach in cooler gaskets at cook line. Fan guards in walk in cooler.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler at cook line. Operator cleaned.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall by steam table soiled.
Sep 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate13 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Per operator less than four hours. Moved to freezer for quick cooling. Cut lettuce (50F - Cold Holding)
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Unable spray bottle with bleach on oven handle in the kitchen. Operator removed..
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Long white cutting board at cook line.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. In kitchen and back kitchen area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles in dining area has water mark
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on dish drying rack. Operator removed.
Equipment in poor repair. Cooler door handle in the kitchen.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor by fryer Floor under dry storage rack.
Food stored on floor. Bucket of peppers
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Operator removed.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. White microwave at hot holding station.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At front counter hand sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gaskets at cook line. Fan guard in walk in cooler.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler at cook line Walk in cooler shelves soiled.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall by fryer soiled.
Mar 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate11 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. - tortillas stored in retail bags on front line.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. - spray bottle of cleaner hanging on oven handle.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - white cutting board on make line - green cutting board
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. - chlorine test strips
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 new hire
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. - spray bottle of cleaner hanging on oven handle without label.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. -Throughout entire kitchen areas
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -back door
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. - under all equipment in front kitchen area.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -microwave on cooks line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -exterior of cooking equipment on cooks line. -hood filters
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. - reach in cooler under make line.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. - walls throughout the entire kitchen areas.
Aug 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority5 Intermediate9 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. - cooked steak stored in white chest freezer.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. - raw shell eggs stored over salad dressings on cooks line.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - interior of fry ears and baskets - white cutting board on cooks line.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. -1 lb. De Ceviche, Tostada De. Ceviche -Operator marked menu
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. - chlorine test strips
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 new hires
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.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. - line cook
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. - back door
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. - under all equipment on cooks line.
Food stored on floor. -Cooking oil a¿¿bulk sugar
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. - microwave on cooks line
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - hood filters -exterior of All equipment on cooks line.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -walls throughout the kitchen and dish areas.
Jan 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 25 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
6 High priority8 Intermediate11 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. -Raw ground beef stored in walk-in cooler
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Raw chicken stored over Mexican cheese
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Garlic in oil 78°, operator stated set out for 1 week. Operator discarded
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. - spray bottle of cleaner stored next to ice machine.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -White cutting board on cooks line. -Can opener
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. - hand sink next to fryer used as dump sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. - hand sink next to 3 compartment sink.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No soap provided at handwash sink. - hand sink at front counter
Original container of toxic substance or chemical does not bear the manufacturer's label. - spray bottle of clear liquid stored next to ice machine.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -all food items prepared 2 days prior. -cooked chicken -refried beans -cut melon -cooked beef
Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment. -rubbing alcohol stored with food items on dry storage rack
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. - back door
Food stored on floor. -Unwashed vegetables and fruits in walk-in cooler.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. - ice scoop in ice machine.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Microwave on cooks line
No copy of latest inspection report available.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -Hand sink at front counter
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Hood fliters
Stored food not covered in walk-in cooler. -Cooked chicken -Refried beans -Cooked beef
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. -Frozen ground beef set out on shelf thawing.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -bulk rice and beans
Sep 18, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 22 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority7 Intermediate11 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Raw chicken stored over ready to eat foods in walk-in cooler. -Raw shell eggs stored over tortillas.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. - raw chicken stored over raw beef in reach in cooler on cooks line.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. - 2 spray cans of Lysol stored next to food items on front line.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. - gallon milk
Employee with artificial nails/nail polish working with exposed food without wearing intact gloves.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - white cutting board on cooks line.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. - Hand sink on cooks line.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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 -shred chicken Cooked beef
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. - men's restroom
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. -Line cook
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. - back door open at the time of inspection.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. - microwave on cooks line.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Hood filters
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Stored food not covered. - beans, cooked chicken, cooked beef in walk-in cooler.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Beans -rice
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.