SENOR TACO MEXICAN GRILL
1685 NW ST LUCIE W BLVD, Port St Lucie FL 34986 · (772)837-3441
Last inspected Aug 11, 2026 · 9 visits since October 2023
NOV 24
APR 25
JUL 25
JAN 26
AUG 26
▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections trending up, 38 points better than where it started.
1 Live, small flying insects found in kitchen. No contact with food contact surface.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2017049126 | Aug 30, 2017 | Nov 28, 2017 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 11, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 1 can of diced tomatoes.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. marinated steak 51F cold holding, marinated chicken 50F cold holding. Prepared yesterday 8/10. Manager removed from cooler.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Cooked items in 2 door cooler was covered. Education provided and moved to freezer. Items found are still in the cooling process.
Equipment in poor repair. 2 door upright cooler gasket and door handles.
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In front of 3 bay sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Can storage rack has leftover food debris. Employee cleaned.
Jan 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over cooked corn in 2 door standing cooler. Educated and employee corrected.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked beef. Operator dated.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Degreaser. Employee labeled.
Jul 31, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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1 Live, small flying insects found in kitchen. No contact with food contact surface.
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. L.E, K.S.
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. L.E, K.S.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Clear liquid in 2 bottles. Employees labeled with said solution inside.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee food in beverage cooler. Advised to place in separate container.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Ware washing area.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Informed employee.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Frozen shrimp and chicken in three compartment sink. Education provided. Employee fixed by running cool water.
Apr 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Yellow rice 150F cooling made at 9am found at 1:45pm.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over juices in standing 2 door cooler. Employee removed.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Yellow rice 150F ambient made at 9am found at 1:45pm.
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Employee said they were only using dish soap when asked which sanitizer is used. Person in charge educated employee when using three compartment sink to use sanitizer. Establishment has bleach.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Yellow rice sitting out in prep table with lid on.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Disinfectant. Inspector labeled.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Men's/employees.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On cooks line.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In front ware washing area and kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Bulk oil on cooks line.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of leftover food debris.
Nov 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 19 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority3 Intermediate11 Basic
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1 Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Made contact with grease resistant wrap paper. Manager discarded wrap paper and is actively trying to remove fly. Per Randy, next unannounced inspection.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Cooked beef found at 110F cooling with pan cover, prepared at 9:30 am found at 3:30 pm.
Evidence of mop/cleaning wastewater dumped onto ground. Person in Charge observed mop sink bucket and wastewater found next to waste in ground. Person in charge educated staff to only use mop sink in kitchen to remove of waste in site.
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. Raw chicken over tripe not in original packaging in reach in freezer. Education provided and inspector corrected on site.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked beef found at 110F. Did not reach proper cooling temperature. Manager discarded.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Cooked beef covered while in cooling process. Informed Person in Charge.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Cleaning supplies found in front area sink. Employee removed.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ 5 employees present. Informed Person in charge to make sure a Manager is on site when 4 or more employees are working in establishment.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Person in charge cleaned.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. On reach in coolers in kitchen.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On cook's line.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on top of steam table. Person in charge removed.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Informed employee.
Equipment in poor repair. Per Person in charge, Cold holding equipment now working at moment, being used to store dry storage products.
Exhaust system operated with filters removed. No means to capture grease and/or condensation to prevent dripping. Per Person in Charge, recently cleaned and are currently drying.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Cracked tile In front of 3-compartment sink.
Stored food not covered. Multiple foods in reach in cooler; shredded pork and shredded chicken. Informed staff.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Marinated beef and pork sitting out to thaw at room temperature taken out of freezer less than 30 minutes ago. Person in charge and employee educated on proper method and placed items on stove to cook.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Soiled towels laying on top of cardboard on top of grill. Informed Person in charge to remove wet towels. Employee removed wet towels.
May 28, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 23, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 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.
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.
Food stored on floor. Bottle water an fruit juice mixes
Feb 21, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Eggs over avocado and cheese sauce fish and shrimp raw over cooked rice and cheese
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. Items stored in hand sink
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Near cashier
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.
Food stored on floor. Bottle water an fruit juice mixes
Oct 9, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Food stored on floor. Cases of bottled drinks
Interior of oven/microwave soiled.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In restroom emailed a copy.
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.