TACO MEX
8871 103 ST, Jacksonville FL 32210 · 9045202007
Last inspected Dec 22, 2025 · 11 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed five (5) live roaches in separate food storage trailer behind vehicle (separate food storage vehicle is not on current establishment plans).
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2024046301 | May 30, 2024 | Aug 22, 2024 | $800 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Dec 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken stored over ready to eat churros in reach in freezer.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over gallons of milk in reach in cooler in side unit.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic container stored in hand wash sink by three compartment sink. Employee removed container.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed multiple cooked food items with no date markings cooked 2 days prior per person in charge stored in reach in cooler.
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board with grooves and no longer smooth and easily cleanable stored at end of three compartment sink.
Oct 21, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 20, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 10 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
4 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed; 1 live roach on floor at far end of truck near flip top cooler. Approximately 10 live roaches in electrical outlet box next to wire rack shelves above flip top cooler.
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Observed approximately 50 roach droppings on electrical outlet box next to wire rack shelves above flip top cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed 2 pans of cooked beef items and 2 pans of cooked chicken items at temperatures of 91-112F on flat top grill on cook line. Employee stated food items were cooked approximately 6 hours prior and intended to be held hot.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed 2 pans of cooked beef items and 2 pans of cooked chicken items at temperatures of 91-112F on flat top grill on cook line. Employee stated food items were cooked approximately 6 hours prior and intended to be held hot. Cooked beef items, cooked chicken items (91-112F - Hot Holding)
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed large plastic container filled with water stored in hand wash sink on truck. Employee removed container.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels for hand wash sink on truck. Employee provided paper towels.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap for hand wash sink on truck. Employee retrieved soap from picnic table outside and brought to hand wash sink.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed clear containers of sauces prepared on site with no date markers stored in standing reach in freezer on truck.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board with grooves and no longer smooth and easily cleanable stored next to three compartment sink.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed handle on scoop for ice in direct contact with ice.
Mar 28, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority2 Intermediate3 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. Observed cooked tamales at temperature of 81F stored on prep table near vehicle entrance. Employee stated tamales were cooked and prepared at home and brought to truck more than 4 hours prior. Cooked tamales (81F - Cooling)
Food prepared in a private home. See stop sale. Observed 48 cooked tamales employee stated were prepared at home.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed multiple food items stored in plastic grocery bags in reach in freezer across from vehicle entrance.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken stored over ready to eat churros and fries in standing reach in freezer across from vehicle entrance. Person in charge rearranged food items to proper storage levels.
Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Observed 48 cooked tamales employee stated were prepared at home.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked beans and cooked pork at temperatures of 81-110F stored on stove top. Person in charge stated food items were removed from heat an hour prior and turned on stove top to reheat food items to minimum 165F. Cooked pork, cooked beans (81-110F - Hot Holding)
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed pot lid stored in hand wash sink by vehicle doorway. Employee removed lid.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink by vehicle entrance. Employee provided paper towels.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed multiple cutting boards with grooves and no longer smooth and easily cleanable.
Employee eating while preparing food. Observed employee beverage can with no lid stored on prep table across from cook station.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed operator unable to provide most recent inspection.
Sep 3, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 3, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee wiping sweat from face, then immediately went back to engaging in food prep without washing hands. Manager coached employee on proper handwashing techniques.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Defrosting in triple sink, raw chicken stored in to go bag. Manager removed from bag and placed to in grade container.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board has build up of mold-like substance.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash station by triple sink filled with dirty dishes. Manager removed dishes from sink.
Equipment in poor repair. Four plastic food containers are chips and melted above triple sink.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. In standing reach in cooler next to triple sink, two opened employee water bottles stored above customer food. Manager removed bottles.
Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. At back door of food truck, gasket of door has gap. Light visible from outside.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Chicken thawing in triple sink did not have running water. Employee turned on running water.
Jul 30, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - storage area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Vehicle has separate food storage trailer (white) where food and to go items are stored. Storage trailer containers coolers and freezers.
May 31, 2024Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - storage area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Vehicle has separate food storage trailer (white) where food and to go items are stored. Storage trailer containers coolers and freezers.
May 31, 2024■ 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. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed five (5) live roaches in separate food storage trailer behind vehicle (separate food storage vehicle is not on current establishment plans).
No plan review submitted and approved - storage area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Vehicle has separate food storage trailer (white) where food and to go items are stored. Storage trailer containers coolers and freezers.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 12 dead roaches on floor in separate food storage trailer behind vehicle (separate food storage vehicle is not on current establishment plans).
May 30, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 14 violations recorded, 5 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
5 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee near hand washing sink handled trash can and immediately began handling clean pans for food near flip top cooler without washing hands. Manager coached employee on proper hand washing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 36 live flying insects in separate food storage trailer behind vehicle (separate food storage vehicle is not on current establishment plans). Some flying insects are landing on unwashed limes and onions, and on outside of to go packaging.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. In reach in freezer inside vehicle, raw beef and chicken stored in to go type bags.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In reach in freezer in separate food storage trailer, opened bag of raw beef tripe stored on top of packaged ready to eat french fries. Items moved and stored correctly.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed five (5) live roaches in separate food storage trailer behind vehicle (separate food storage vehicle is not on current establishment plans).
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. No written plan available. Inspector emailed Form 5030-104 (Clean Up Instructions for Vomitting/Diarrhea).
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand washing sink inside vehicle. Towels provided.
No plan review submitted and approved - storage area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Vehicle has separate food storage trailer (white) where food and to go items are stored. Storage trailer containers coolers and freezers.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Cardboard boxes lining dry food storage shelves in separate white food storage trailer.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 12 dead roaches on floor in separate food storage trailer behind vehicle (separate food storage vehicle is not on current establishment plans).
Food stored in a prohibited area. Vehicle stores food in separate trailer which is not part of establishment plans.
Food stored on floor. Bag of onions stored on floor in separate white trailer. Onions moved and stored correctly.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Last report not available. Manager states vehicle was burglarized and papers went missing.
Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. Exterior door window only has rubber flap and gals are present.
Oct 31, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. In reach-in freezer by triple sinks, raw chicken stored in plastic togo bag.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In reach-in freezer by triple sinks, storage bags of raw chicken stored over cooked shrimp.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In stand up reach-in cooler, raw shell eggs over container of carrots. Container of raw beef over pan of cooked beans. In trailer reach-in cooler, raw beef stored over heads of lettuce. Shell eggs stored over cheese.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top reach-in cooler, cheese (57F - Cold Holding). Cheese out for rush.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Cardboard used to line shelves in storage trailer.
Food stored on floor. In food truck, container of chips stored on floor. In storage trailer, multiple food items stored on floor.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. No ambient thermometer in white refrigerator in storage trailer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket on flip top reach-in cooler soiled.
Single-service articles improperly stored. In storage trailer, case of plastic lids on floor.
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.