TACO ISLAND MEXICAN RESTAURANT
16850 COLLINS AVE, Sunny Isles Beach FL 33160 · 3059219113
Last inspected Jul 29, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
5 inspections within 8 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2016001429 | Jan 7, 2016 | Mar 18, 2016 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Observed Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for container of diced onions.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Observed Food storage container lid cracked. Manager discarded.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Manager inverted.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door. Chef removed.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed manager certification for Francisco Garcia expired as of 3/27/24.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup with no handle being stored in various containers of seasonings.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door. Chef removed.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Chef removed.
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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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. Discussed and emailed form to operator.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn and white chest freezer door in disrepair.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Located on prep table in kitchen area.
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.