Q' ONDA TAQUERIA
10575 SW 109 CT, Miami FL 33176 · 9178080222
Last inspected Feb 23, 2026 · 10 visits since November 2023
5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed one live roach crawling on prep top cooler in kitchen across from cook line.
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 26 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of antacid stored on shelf above reach in cooler across from cook line.
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee leave kitchen through back door then re enter kitchen, put on pair of gloves and begin to prep food without first washing hands.
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed bottle of household insect spray stored inside dry storage room.
Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. Observed bag of cooked chicken stored in same container with raw beef inside reach in cooler across from standing reach in freezer in prep area.
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Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Observed raw shell eggs stored over pitcher of drinks inside reach in cooler at kitchen entrance.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw steak stored over cut peppers and onions inside reach in cooler across from cook line.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef inside standing reach in freezer in back prep area, all products removed from original packaging.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bottles of liquid detergent stored on shelf above cans of chipotle peppers and cans of mushrooms in dry storage room.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed hose bibb with hose attached missing vacuum breaker near back door and at hose bibb next to mop sink.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink blocked by milk crates and employee speaker next to reach in freezer in back prep area.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed umbrellas stored inside hand sink next to reach in freezer in back prep area.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink next to reach in freezer in back prep area.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink next to reach in freezer in back prep area.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled at bar area.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler handles soiled across from cook line.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles dusty in kitchen area.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed baseboards broken/missing at wall near back door.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed grill reach in cooler drawers in disrepair, not in use.
Food stored on floor. Observed fryer oil stored on floor in dry storage room.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall under hand sink at kitchen entrance to cook line.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. At bar area.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop stored inside container of salt with handle in contact with salt under prep table in kitchen.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at hand sink next to reach in freezer in back prep area.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water inside bottom of reach in cooler across from cook line.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored inside mop bucket.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towel stored on prep table across from cook line.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken removed from commercially processed packages stored over raw beef inside reach in freezer.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed manager Shadia C without manager certificate.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink near reach in freezer.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles dusty in kitchen and dish areas.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cellphone stored on prep table in kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn and missing at reach in coolers across from cook line.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored in between reach in coolers at cook line.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. At prep table across from cork line.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at hand sink near reach in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. 10/1/2025
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken removed from commercially processed packages stored over raw beef inside reach in freezer.
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. Observed cooked shrimp (47F - Cold Holding); shredded chicken (50F - Cold Holding); cooked peppers and onions (47F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler across from cook line. As per operator products have been inside since previous day.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked shrimp (47F - Cold Holding); shredded chicken (50F - Cold Holding); cooked peppers and onions (47F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler across from cook line. As per operator products have been inside since previous day.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed manager Shadia C without manager certificate.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink near reach in freezer.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles dusty in kitchen and dish areas.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in cooler with ambient temperature 57F across from cook line.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cellphone stored on prep table in kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn and missing at reach in coolers across from cook line.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored in between reach in coolers at cook line.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. At prep table across from cork line.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at hand sink near reach in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 6 high priority.
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. 10/1/2025
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken removed from commercially processed packages stored over raw beef inside reach in freezer.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed one live roach crawling on prep top cooler in kitchen across from cook line.
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. Observed cooked shrimp (47F - Cold Holding); shredded chicken (50F - Cold Holding); cooked peppers and onions (47F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler across from cook line. As per operator products have been inside since previous day.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked shrimp (47F - Cold Holding); shredded chicken (50F - Cold Holding); cooked peppers and onions (47F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler across from cook line. As per operator products have been inside since previous day.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed corn (120F - Hot Holding) at steam table, as per operator for less than 20 mins.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed manager Shadia C without manager certificate.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink near reach in freezer.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles dusty in kitchen and dish areas.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in cooler with ambient temperature 57F across from cook line.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cellphone stored on prep table in kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn and missing at reach in coolers across from cook line.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored in between reach in coolers at cook line.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. At prep table across from cork line.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at hand sink near reach in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed container with no handle stored inside container of rice, operator removed container
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler handles soiled at cook line
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles dusty in kitchen area
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets torn at reach in coolers on cook line.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between reach in coolers on cook line. Operator removed knife
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled at cook line
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer bucket stored on top of prep table. Operator properly placed bucket
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior of dish machine soiled.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed container with no handle used to scoop rice stored inside container of white rice stored under prep table in kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and ceiling vents soiled with dust throughout kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket torn in front of cook stove.
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dish machine (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator currently using triple sink to sanitize dishes.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior of dish machine soiled.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed container with no handle used to scoop rice stored inside container of white rice stored under prep table in kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile broken in back storage area near white standing reach in freezer.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and ceiling vents soiled with dust throughout kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket torn in front of cook stove.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 20 recorded, 4 high priority.
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dish machine (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator currently using triple sink to sanitize dishes.
Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed employee wash hands with no soap and began to put on gloves. Instructed operator to have employee wash hands with soap.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cooked corn and chimichurri sauce inside standing reach in cooler in back kitchen area.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef inside grill drawers on cook line.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink blocked by ladder in kitchen area near dry storage room.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink on cook line. Operator provided soap.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed date of birth missing on all employee training.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior of dish machine soiled.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed container with no handle used to scoop rice stored inside container of white rice stored under prep table in kitchen.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler handles soiled.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile broken in back storage area near white standing reach in freezer.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and ceiling vents soiled with dust throughout kitchen.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cellphone stored on shelf above reach in cooler in kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket torn in front of cook stove.
Food stored on floor. Observed container of oil stored on the floor next to white chest freezer on cook line and inside dry storage. Observed case of chicken stored on floor near cook line.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop stored inside sugar container under prep table in kitchen with handle touching sugar.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel under cutting board on prep table in kitchen.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored on prep table in kitchen.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of sugar not labeled under prep table in kitchen and at front bar area.
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed plastic bottle of medicine stored above flip top reach in cooler, located at preparation area. Employee removed item.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw eggs shells over cooked meat, stored in Standing reach in cooler, located at back preparation area. Employee removed item, and placed it correctly.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed aluminum pot stored inside the hand sink, located near the cooking line. Employee removed item.
No soap provided at handwash sink, located near the cooking line. Employee provided bottle of soap.
Ceiling tile missing near exit door at back kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, and dust, throughout kitchen areas.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Observe Dishwasher machine(Chlorine 0ppm). Employee set up three compartment sink (50ppm)
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal cell phone stored above flip top reach in cooler, located at preparation area. Employee removed item.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn, located at cooking line.
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris, located at cooking line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues, located at cooking line.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust, throughout kitchen.
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed mold like substance inside ice machine.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing tile located at back kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling and vents throughout kitchen.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable, located at prep table located at cook line.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Observed dishwasher machine(Chlorine 0ppm). Operator setup three compartment sink Triple Sink (Chlorine 200ppm).
Food stored on floor. Observed oil containers stored on floor at dry storage located at back kitchen.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed thong stored on oven handle.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed inside oven soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets. Observed soiled hood system.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed hand sink pipe leaking water, located by kitchen entrance.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic bottles at cook line without labels.
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