TACO RIO MEXICAN KITCHEN
707 S SEMORAN BLVD, Orlando FL 32807 · 407-930-2154
Last inspected Aug 3, 2026 · 12 visits since December 2023
JAN 25
OCT 25
APR 26
JUN 26
JUL 26
≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $480
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2024073342 | Oct 7, 2024 | Apr 11, 2025 | $160 |
| 4--2019038202 | Jun 14, 2019 | Aug 23, 2019 | $320 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Aug 3, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up in small black fridge, entrance to kitchen
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Light not functioning. 1 light under hood system
No copy of latest inspection report available.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Men's restroom
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Shelves cracked and rusted in cooler at cook line
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall in back prep area and at cook line has food debris build up
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Jul 24, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate11 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up in small black fridge, entrance to kitchen
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave in back prep area
Light not functioning. 1 light under hood system
No copy of latest inspection report available.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Men's restroom
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Shelves cracked and rusted in cooler at cook line
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall in back prep area and at cook line has food debris build up
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Pipe under hand sink at cook line, has part of it missing. Water running into bucket under hand sink
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Jun 23, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 24 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate19 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Burn gel in bottom of make table. Operator removed
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. 3 containers of cooked beef date marked 6/13 and 6/14
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board make table
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Container in hand wash sink cook line to catch leaking water.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Both restrooms in main dining area
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Ceiling tile missing. Front counter area
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Water damage to ceiling tile cook line and storage area
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout kitchen
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Bowls on shelf across from restroom Operator flipped
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Ice bucket on floor in dining room Pots on floor storage area
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling.
Light not functioning. 2 in hood
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. In storage area
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Men's room
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket make table kitchen Vents Vents in hood Side of cooking equipment Can opener holder
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Throughout
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Missing pipe under hand wash sink cook line. Faucet leaking Operator called plumber
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Throughout
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. To go containers entrance to back. Operator flipped
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Bottom of make table cook line
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Pitcher of salt under steam table
Apr 1, 2026Inspection 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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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Back hand sink blocked by cart Operator moved cart
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Back hand sink missing paper towels
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Water damage to ceiling tiles and holes in ceiling tiles in kitchen
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Green cutting board grooved
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Wiping cloth under cut board Operator moved cloth
Light not functioning. Hood light out
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand sink in kitchen working but plumbing is disrepair
Single-service articles improperly stored. Case of Togo boxes stored on floor
Dec 29, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair, through out establishment.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Oct 27, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. In storage area glass door, reach in cooler Salsa 46F placed overnight, operator instructed to discard.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at triple compartment sink hand wash sink. Operator restocked,
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.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact under microwave by dish machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair, through out establishment.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Sides of flat top soiled with grease and grime.
Jan 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine test kit expired 2022
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tile has water damage and hole front of kitchen and back storage area
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. No covered waste receptacle in women's room
Plumbing system in disrepair. Cold water handle missing hand sink kitchen
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Hand sink kitchen slow drain
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop next to hand sink kitchen or stored to dry
Oct 7, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
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/ All manager certificates expired 8-6-24
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall by back employee restroom
Aug 9, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
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/ All manager certificates expired 8-6-24
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall by back employee restroom
Aug 8, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef store over pot of beef broth
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Pan carnitas dated 7-27 Pan pork belly dated 7-29
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Clear 3 door cooler; pastor (53F - Cold Holding); enchiladas (54F - Cold Holding); chicken (48F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (48F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (47-48F - Cold Holding); carnitas (51F - Cold Holding); beef (49F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Clear 3 door cooler; pastor (53F - Cold Holding); enchiladas (54F - Cold Holding); chicken (48F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (48F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (47-48F - Cold Holding); carnitas (51F - Cold Holding); beef (49F - Cold Holding)
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/ All manager certificates expired 8-6-24
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine soiled
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall by back employee restroom
Single-service articles improperly stored. Case of Single service portion lids stored on floor by back 3 door cooler
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall behind ice machine soiled
Mar 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over cooked ground beef in reach in cooler Raw tilapia over soups/sauces in reach in cooler in back area
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked chicken 55F-57F in back reach in cooler overnight per operator.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Some food Food debris behind coolers in back area
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Cracked lid on soup container
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand sink by cook line is leaking from pipe underneath. Operator is aware and has has maintenance scheduled
Dec 11, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef and raw shrimp stored over ready to eat at reach in cooler Raw beef stored over ready to eat in reach in cooler at dry storage
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. Emailed operator food employee reporting agreement
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Chemical solution in spray bottle not labled
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. White flap of interior of ice machine
Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Bread knife stored between make table and shelving at cooks line
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board on make table at cooks line
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand wash sink at cooks line is leaking water when in use
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed jalapeños stored over ready to eat sauce in reach in cooler at dry storage area
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
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.