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TACO AMIGO

5009 GALL BLVD, Zephyrhills FL 33542 · 813-377-6026

Last inspected Aug 25, 2026 · 15 visits since September 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats40
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA6102853
Grade history
DEC 24
FEB 25
DEC 25
MAR 26
AUG 26
▼ IMPROVING

5 inspections trending up, 19 points better than where it started.

Worst finding on record
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. One live roach on gasket of one door cooler on cooks line. Operator killed and discarded.
High priority/35A-05-4/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
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Disciplinary actions

5 cases · $2,600

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
3--2023057038Sep 7, 2023Nov 20, 2023$800
3--2023058468Sep 27, 2023Nov 20, 2023$800
3--2023014511Jan 10, 2023Apr 27, 2023$200
3--2020051832Nov 6, 2020Dec 3, 2020$400
3--2015046261Oct 13, 2015Nov 16, 2015$400

Inspection history

15 visits, newest first

Aug 25, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Shredded Cheese (52F - Cold Holding); Chorizo (52F - Cold Holding); Sour Cream (52F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler on cook line. Operator placed ice bags on products.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning/Return visit Aug 25, 2026 · Observed Shredded Cheese (52F - Cold Holding); Chorizo (52F - Cold Holding); Sour Cream (52F - Cold Holding); and Cooked Shrimp (47F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler on cook line. Admin Complaint
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on lift top reach-in cooler on cook line.
Basic/14-09-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 25, 2026 · Time Extended
Aug 20, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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3 live, small flying insects found in prep room and in kitchen. Operator started to eliminate flies, and sanitize areas.
High priority/35A-02-8/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employee cutting lettuce with no gloves on. Operator discussed with employee, and employee put on gloves.
High priority/09-01-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef product over cooked beef in walk-in cooler.
High priority/08A-05-6/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Shredded Cheese (52F - Cold Holding); Chorizo (52F - Cold Holding); Sour Cream (52F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler on cook line. Operator placed ice bags on products.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in rear prep room. Operator provided paper towels. No handwash sign at handwash sink at prep room handwash sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on lift top reach-in cooler on cook line.
Basic/14-09-4/Warning
Mar 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 2/1/2026
High priority/50-17-3
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw beef held over raw pork in walk in cooler.
High priority/08A-20-5
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Multiple items in reach in coolers not date marked.
High priority/02C-01-5
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator provided paper towels
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Intermediate/31B-03-4
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Takeout container used to scoop bulk sugar. Portion cup used to scoop bulk salt. Operator removed cups.
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Air return vents are soiled with dust.
Basic/36-51-4
Food stored on floor. Bags of corn husks and onions stored on the floor. Operator placed items on shelf.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed on top of bulk sugar container. Operator placed scoop in pan.
Basic/10-12-5/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters. Area under and behind soda fountain heads.
Basic/23-03-4
Stored food not covered. Bulk rice container not covered. Multiple containers of prepared food in reach in coolers not covered.
Basic/08B-12-5
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk rice, salt and sugar containers not labeled. Operator placed labels
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Dec 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority6 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Reach in cooler heavily soiled with food debris on cook line.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Employee replaced paper towels at hand sink in prep area.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Intermediate/05-08-4
No soap provided at handwash sink. Employee replaced soap at hand sink at front counter.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bottle of surface cleaner in prep area not labeled.
Intermediate/41-17-4
Food stored on floor. Crates of jalapeño and lettuce on floor of walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-38-4
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In walk cooler.
Basic/05-09-4/Repeat Violation
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. In prep area.
Basic/22-16-4/Repeat Violation
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. In prep area.
Basic/14-33-4/Repeat Violation
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. No label on bulk containers of rice and flour in prep area.
Basic/02D-01-5
Feb 26, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 18 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority2 Intermediate13 Basic
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Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employee bare hand touching cut lettuce being served to a customer. Lettuce was not being heat treated to 145. Discussed with operator proper hand-hygiene techniques. Observed operator discard lettuce.
High priority/09-01-4/Corrective Action Taken
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment is open and operating. License expired on 02-01-2025. Operator renewed license during inspection. Verified on DBPR Website.
High priority/50-17-3/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. From reach-in cooler on cooks line at 3:56pm. Operator placed items in ice bath. Rechecked temp at 4:08pm a. cut lettuce (51F - Cold Holding); 47f b. diced tomatoes (51F - Cold Holding); 46f c. cooked ground beef (53F - Cold Holding) 47f
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on reach-in cooler on cooks line is stained with food buildup.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Single-serve cup stored inside bowl of hand wash sink at front counter. Operator removed cup.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
Carbon dioxide tanks in storage area not adequately secured.
Basic/51-11-4
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves in walk-in cooler.
Basic/14-05-4
Cutting board on reach-in cooler on cooks line has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Basic/14-09-4/Repeat Violation
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employees phone stored on top of prep table. Operator removed phone. Cleaned and sanitized the area.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Basic/35B-01-4
Food stored on floor. Case of tomatoes and peppers stored on floor in walk-in cooler.
Basic/08B-38-4
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Basic/10-20-4
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in walk-in cooler.
Basic/05-09-4
Reach-in cooler in prep area interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Basic/22-16-4/Repeat Violation
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-33-4/Repeat Violation
Reuse of sour cream containers to store green chile and sauces in reach-in cooler in prep area.
Basic/25-32-4
Screen in door torn/in poor repair.
Basic/35B-09-4/Repeat Violation
Stored food not covered. Container of cooked chicken, and raw chicken not covered in walk-in cooler. Operator covered items.
Basic/08B-12-5/Corrected On-Site
Dec 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 24 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

4 High priority4 Intermediate16 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 live fly near triple sink
High priority/35A-02-6
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. 3 dead insects in cobwebs along ceiling above front windows, manager cleaned and sanitized area
High priority/35A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Shell eggs over salsa in reach in cooler, order corrected
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Deli cooler - shredded cheese (53F - Cold Holding); shrimp (49F - Cold Holding), held less than 4 hours, operator closed lid
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Accumulation of grease on side of pot with cooking oil on stove. Accumulation of grease on stove surface. Cutting boards stained Surface of deli cooler on cook line soiled. Wall mounted potato cutter soiled.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Owner unable to locate proof of CFM, other staff with valid CFM
Intermediate/53A-01-7
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Restroom hand sink
Intermediate/31B-02-4
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple items in reach in cooler prepared over 7 days not dated. All items prepared less than 7 days, operator began dating during inspection
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Cooler handles soiled.
Basic/23-24-4
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Dry storage and walk in cooler shelves
Basic/14-05-4
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Basic/14-09-4
Equipment in poor repair. Cooler gaskets soiled.
Basic/14-11-5
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Accumulation of grease under cook line
Basic/36-73-4
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Basic/36-17-5
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Styrofoam bowl on sugar bin
Basic/10-01-5
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Floor mixer head soiled. Accumulation of grease on equipment on cook line. Cooler gaskets soiled. Hood filters with accumulation of grease.
Basic/23-03-4
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Front service window left open during business hours, no screen present
Basic/35B-05-4
Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. Side entrance door next to soda machine has a broken window in center, covered by loose fitting cardboard, and cannot fully seal when shut
Basic/35B-04-4
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Basic/22-16-4
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-33-4
Screen in door torn/in poor repair - vermin present. Rear door to kitchen
Basic/35B-09-4
Utensils in poor condition. Cooler gaskets torn.
Basic/14-12-4
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. On cutting boards at deli cooler
Basic/21-09-4
Nov 28, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 28, 2023□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority2 Intermediate5 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. Previously warned on 9/7/2023
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning/Return visit Sep 27, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Sep 28, 2023 · Warned on a previous inspection Time Extended
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Sep 27, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Sep 28, 2023 · Warned on previous inspection Time Extended
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ridged aluminum ceiling in prep area. Floor tiles in storage room have large gaps
Basic/36-37-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Sep 27, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Sep 28, 2023 · Time Extended
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. All cutting boards
Basic/14-09-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 27, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Sep 28, 2023 · Time Extended
Dead roaches on premises. 8 dead on floor in front counter area by closet 3 dead on floor by side door 6 dead on floor by co2 tank
Basic/35A-03-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 27, 2023 · 6 dead under 3 compartment sink Time Extended/Return visit Sep 28, 2023 · 2 dead in mop water on floor. Operator removed, cleaned and sanitized the area. Time Extended Corrected On-Site
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Gap under screen door in back while open and operating
Basic/35B-01-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 27, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Sep 28, 2023 · Time Extended
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Both on on soft surface
Basic/33-23-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Sep 27, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Sep 28, 2023 · Time Extended
Sep 27, 2023■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 15 violations recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 fly in dry storage
High priority/35A-02-6/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Sep 27, 2023 · 1 fly on box of tortillas on cook line, operator killed and discarded fly 1 fly around 3 compartment sink Time Extended
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live on wall in between 3 door refrigerator and wall in prep area 1 live on floor behind helium tank in dry storage 3 live on floor under rack in dry storage 2 on floor behind rack by back door 4 live inside the gasket of 3 door upright refrigerator in prep area
High priority/35A-05-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Sep 27, 2023 · 1 live crawling across floor in prep area 4 inside gasket of 3 door upright reach in cooler 1 crawling on food bin in prep area 1 crawling across the floor in prep area by ice machine Time Extended
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 2 rodent droppings on window ledge in dry storage
High priority/35A-04-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 27, 2023 · 3 rodent droppings under soda bib rack Time Extended
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. Previously warned on 9/7/2023
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning/Return visit Sep 27, 2023 · Time Extended
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Sep 27, 2023 · Time Extended
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ridged aluminum ceiling in prep area. Floor tiles in storage room have large gaps
Basic/36-37-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Sep 27, 2023 · Time Extended
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. All cutting boards
Basic/14-09-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 27, 2023 · Time Extended
Dead roaches on premises. 8 dead on floor in front counter area by closet 3 dead on floor by side door 6 dead on floor by co2 tank
Basic/35A-03-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 27, 2023 · 6 dead under 3 compartment sink Time Extended
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pans stacked in back prep area still wet
Basic/24-08-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 27, 2023 · Time Extended
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Gap under screen door in back while open and operating
Basic/35B-01-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 27, 2023 · Time Extended
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under and behind cooking equipment
Basic/36-73-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 27, 2023 · Time Extended
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Both on on soft surface
Basic/33-23-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Sep 27, 2023 · Time Extended
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Basic/51-18-6/Warning/Return visit Sep 27, 2023 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Multiple shelves throughout the establishment Reach in cooler gaskets soiled
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Sep 27, 2023 · Time Extended
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Paint in front server station/ drink prep station chipping
Basic/14-06-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Sep 27, 2023 · Time Extended
Sep 27, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. One live fly in food prep area.
High priority/35A-02-6/Repeat Violation/Return visit Sep 27, 2023 · 1 fly in dry storage area Time Extended
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. One live roach on gasket of one door cooler on cooks line. Operator killed and discarded.
High priority/35A-05-4/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation/Return visit Sep 27, 2023 · 1 live cockroach on floor next to side door 1 live on wall in between 3 door refrigerator and wall in prep area 1 live on floor behind helium tank in dry storage 3 live on floor under rack in dry storage 2 on floor behind rack by back door 4 live inside the gasket of 3 door upright refrigerator in prep area Admin Complaint
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Prep room hand wash sink
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Return visit Sep 27, 2023 · No paper towels Time Extended
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. Previously cited and warned on 9/7
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Repeat Violation/Return visit Sep 27, 2023 · Time Extended
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. Previously cited and warned on 9/7
Intermediate/11-26-1/Repeat Violation/Return visit Sep 27, 2023 · Time Extended
Backflow device not located for convenient service or maintenance access. One hose behind building
Basic/29-38-4/Return visit Sep 27, 2023 · Time Extended
Ceiling, and floor not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ridged aluminum ceiling in prep area. Floor tiles in storage room have large gaps.
Basic/36-37-5/Return visit Sep 27, 2023 · Time Extended
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Both are on a soft dirt surface
Basic/33-23-4/Return visit Sep 27, 2023 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Multiple shelves in kitchen are soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Sep 27, 2023 · Time Extended
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Paint in front server station/ drink prep station chipping
Basic/14-06-4/Return visit Sep 27, 2023 · Time Extended
Sep 27, 2023■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection

Ordered shut on the spot. 21 violations recorded, 6 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

6 High priority4 Intermediate11 Basic
Show 21 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 fly in dry storage
High priority/35A-02-6/Repeat Violation/Warning
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live on wall in between 3 door refrigerator and wall in prep area 1 live on floor behind helium tank in dry storage 3 live on floor under rack in dry storage 2 on floor behind rack by back door 4 live inside the gasket of 3 door upright refrigerator in prep area
High priority/35A-05-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 2 rodent droppings on window ledge in dry storage
High priority/35A-04-4/Warning
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. taco meat (49F - Cold Holding); refried beans (49F - Cold Holding) in 3 door upright cooler in prep area shredded mozzarella cheese (52F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler on cook line items removed and put in freezer
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. chicken (117F - Hot Holding); shredded pork (124F - Hot Holding) in steam well, manager stored and turned heat up for product
High priority/03B-01-6/Warning
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand sink in prep area used to fill container
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand sink in prep area
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
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. Previously warned on 9/7/2023
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Repeat Violation/Warning
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ridged aluminum ceiling in prep area. Floor tiles in storage room have large gaps
Basic/36-37-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. All cutting boards
Basic/14-09-4/Warning
Dead roaches on premises. 8 dead on floor in front counter area by closet 3 dead on floor by side door 6 dead on floor by co2 tank
Basic/35A-03-4/Warning
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pans stacked in back prep area still wet
Basic/24-08-4/Warning
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Gap under screen door in back while open and operating
Basic/35B-01-4/Warning
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under and behind cooking equipment
Basic/36-73-4/Warning
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Both on on soft surface
Basic/33-23-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. 3 sets on tongs on oven handle, tongs removed
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Basic/51-18-6/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Multiple shelves throughout the establishment Reach in cooler gaskets soiled
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Paint in front server station/ drink prep station chipping
Basic/14-06-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Sep 22, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 5 high priority.

5 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Evidence of cleaning wastewater dumped onto ground. Employee washing trash cans and dumping the wastewater on the ground. Discussed with operator
High priority/28-14-5
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. One live fly in food prep area.
High priority/35A-02-6/Repeat Violation
Presence of insects. One live ant crawling on wall in front counter. Operator killed and discarded.
High priority/35A-09-4/Corrective Action Taken
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. One live roach on gasket of one door cooler on cooks line. Operator killed and discarded.
High priority/35A-05-4/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Container of caulk on food prep table Operator removed
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Prep room hand wash sink
Intermediate/31B-02-4
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. Previously cited and warned on 9/7
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Repeat Violation
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. Previously cited and warned on 9/7
Intermediate/11-26-1/Repeat Violation
No soap provided at handwash sink. The soap container in the prep room has hand sanitizer in it. Operator removed and added soap.
Intermediate/31B-03-4
Backflow device not located for convenient service or maintenance access. One hose behind building
Basic/29-38-4
Ceiling, and floor not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ridged aluminum ceiling in prep area. Floor tiles in storage room have large gaps.
Basic/36-37-5
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee jacket on top of open containers of napkins in front counter area Operator removed
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Both are on a soft dirt surface
Basic/33-23-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Multiple shelves in kitchen are soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Plumbing system in disrepair. Cold water faucet on hand sink in prep area is not working
Basic/29-08-4
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Paint in front server station/ drink prep station chipping
Basic/14-06-4
Sep 8, 2023Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority3 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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning/Return visit Sep 8, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Sep 8, 2023 · Time Extended
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning/Return visit Sep 8, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Sep 8, 2023 · Time Extended
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Paper towel dispenser empty, operator does not have key
Intermediate/31B-05-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 8, 2023 · dispenser removed , still no towels Time Extended/Return visit Sep 8, 2023 · Time Extended
Sep 8, 2023■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 4 live roaches in wall by storage area in prep room 3 live roaches on wheel of vertical cooler in prep room Approximately 14 live roaches under hand wash sink in prep room 1 live roach on wall under 3 compartment sink
High priority/35A-05-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Sep 8, 2023 · 3 live under hand wash sink in prep room, operator killed and sanitizer area Admin Complaint
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning/Return visit Sep 8, 2023 · Time Extended
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning/Return visit Sep 8, 2023 · Time Extended
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Paper towel dispenser empty, operator does not have key
Intermediate/31B-05-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 8, 2023 · dispenser removed , still no towels Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelves under prep tables on back room
Basic/23-03-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 8, 2023 · Time Extended
Sep 7, 2023■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection

Ordered shut on the spot. 18 violations recorded, 8 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

8 High priority6 Intermediate4 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 5 small flies on wall by walk in cooler door.
High priority/35A-02-6/Warning
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Approximately 8 Ants on counter by drink dispenser
High priority/35A-09-4/Warning
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Shell eggs over produce in walk in cooler, moved to bottom shelf
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 4 live roaches in wall by storage area in prep room 3 live roaches on wheel of vertical cooler in prep room Approximately 14 live roaches under hand wash sink in prep room 1 live roach on wall under 3 compartment sink
High priority/35A-05-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. In corner of wall, back prep room, left side of wire storage rack
High priority/35A-23-4/Warning
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Approximately 10 rodent droppings in storage area by kitchen
High priority/35A-04-4/Warning
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. cooked taco meat (49F - Cold Holding); made yesterday refried beans (47/48F); pork for carnitas (47/ 55F - Cold Holding)
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In lift y cooler on cook line - shredded cheese (60F - Cold Holding); sour cream (65F - Cold Holding); cut leafy greens (58F - Cold Holding), all in cooler for 2 hours, moved to walk in cooler In walk in cooler on left side -shredded mozzarella (46F - Cold Holding); cooked taco meat (49F - Cold Holding); made yesterday, see stop sale; cooked pork (46F - Cold Holding) In vertical cooler in prep room- ); refried beans (47/48F); pork for carnitas (47/ 55F - Cold Holding)see stop sale all food put in pans and on ice
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board at lift top on cook.inev stained
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Food and scoop in hand wash sink, operator removed
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Warning
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. For chlorine sanitizer.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Warning
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Paper towel dispenser empty, operator does not have key
Intermediate/31B-05-4/Warning
Dead roaches on premises. 3 dead roaches by storage racks in back room
Basic/35A-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Cup with no lid on cutting board on cook line, discarded
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under equipment in kitchen Walls soiled at front counter
Basic/36-73-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelves under prep tables on back room
Basic/23-03-4/Warning

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