TACO RICO
18683 S DIXIE HWY, Cutler Bay FL 33157 · 786-712-1586
Last inspected Aug 20, 2026 · 9 visits since November 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
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. Owner printer form on site
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate11 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 16 findingsThe state's own report →
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed chicken (50 F - Cold Holding); shredded beef (50 F - Cold Holding); raw beef (50 F - Cold Holding) inside the reach in cooler at the cook line. Foods have been out of temperature for more than 4 hours. Stop sale was issued.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken (50 F - Cold Holding); shredded beef (50 F - Cold Holding); raw beef (50 F - Cold Holding) inside the reach in cooler at the cook line. Foods have been out of temperature for more than 4 hours. Stop sale was issued.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed chlorine sanitizer was + 300 ppm. Operator adjusted it to 100 ppm.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the front counter. Operator provided paper towels.
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Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed surface rust of shelf across the 3 compartment sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Operator leaned it.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling over prep 3 compartment sink not smooth and easily cleaned.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed AC vents with accumulated dust.
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 equipment is not working properly. All food stored inside is out of temperature. Thermometer was at 50°F.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed drink stored above preparation table. Employee removed the drink.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing a watch while engaged in food preparation.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gasket torn.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Stored food not covered. Observed tacos not covered inside the reach in freezer.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop inside the bucket.
Mar 30, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate11 Basic
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee removed watch and failed to wash hands.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled. Employee took it to the 3 compartment sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hand wash sink by the 3 compartment sink.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed surface rust of shelf across the 3 compartment sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling over prep 3 compartment sink not smooth and easily cleaned.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed AC vents with accumulated dust.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed multiples drinks stored above preparation table. Employee removed the drinks.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed a cell phone stored above vinegar bottles. Employee removed it.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed operator wearing a watch while preparing food. Operator removed it.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets torn at the front line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Stored food not covered. Observed tacos and sweet plantains stored inside the reach in feeezer not covered.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed both mop inside the bucket.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on preparation table. Operator removed it.
Dec 29, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 3, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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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/ Observed four employees at time of inspection without a certified manager present.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling to,es over prep and warewashing area not smooth and easily cleaned.
Food stored on floor. Observed two cases of plastic water bottles on the floor at dry storage.
Reach-in cooler / Walk in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of reach in cooler under flattop griddle at cook line soiled with food debris. Observed shelves at walk in cooler soiled with debris.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed two wet wiping cloths left on cutting board at cook line. Employee stored in sanitizer bucket.
Mar 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed hand washing sink at bar area without paper towels.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed hand washing sink at bar area without soap.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled with mold like substance.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles throughout preparation area not smooth and easily cleaned.
Food stored on floor. Observed raw beef stored on the floor of interior walk in cooler. Operator placed food on shelf Observed plastic water bottles and plastic iced tea bottles stored in the floor of primary walk in cooler. Operator placed on shelf. Observed fry oil stored on floor of dry storage area. Manager placed on shelf.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up at reach in freezer located at cook line.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelves at walk in cooler soiled with debris.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wiping cloth not stored in sanitizer solution. Employee placed wiping cloth in sanitizer bucket.
Nov 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shells eggs over case of green pepper stored inside the walk in cooler. Employee removed items and placed them correctly.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer, located at cooking line.
Mar 28, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 13, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the freezer in cooler observed raw beef over cooked chicken.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In the walk in cooler observed cut tomatoes (43F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (45F - Cold Holding); cheese (46F - Cold Holding); flan (43F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (45F - Cold Holding), as per manager for less than 2 hours he also stated that the walk in cooler door was kept open for a while during the rush hour, instructed manager to keep walk in cooler door closed and open walk in freezer door to rapidly cool down the food product.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee washed his hands at the three compartment sink, coached employee and manager on proper hand washing.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No hand soap at hand sink located at front counter.
Nov 30, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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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. In the walk in cooler observed raw chicken over raw beef.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed cleaning disinfectant stored on top of the ice machine.
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. Owner printer form on site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener
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. Owner printer form and completed it on site
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. In the storage are under the front counter observed a coat, small backpack above beverages.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed cooking oil stored on the floor in the dry storage area
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer bucket 0 ppm, manager replaced water with 100 ppm.
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.