TACO RUMBA LLC
841 WASHINGTON AVE, Miami Beach FL 33139
Last inspected Jun 19, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired on 10-01-2025.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2019029476 | Apr 26, 2019 | Aug 19, 2019 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jun 19, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked Mac and cheese, cooked vegetables with no date marked. As per chef from 24 hours prior.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed RIC gaskets soiled.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at bar area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Jun 12, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority6 Intermediate7 Basic
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Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Mac and cheese (48F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler at cook line, as per chef for 1 hour prior.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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/
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed eggs any style without a consumer advisory posted. Manager printed and posted during the inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked Mac and cheese, cooked vegetables with no date marked. As per chef from 24 hours prior.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed RIC gaskets soiled.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at bar area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Oct 28, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired on 10-01-2025.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Susan O Rivas Castano certificate expired on 07-16-2025 with no other CFM.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed all employee training by FRLA expired on 03-2024.
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 walk in cooler in disrepair.
Food stored on floor. Observed oil container on floor by cook line.
Oct 28, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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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 walk in cooler not keeping food at 41 F or less. Instructed operator not to store any TCS food in the walk in cooler until it was fixed.
Apr 24, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in the reach in cooler located at cook line raw chicken stored over raw fish.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed in a container with cheese located in an under-counter cooler located at prep area. As per owner cheese was placed in the container the night prior.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in the walk in cooler cooked shrimp (50 F - Cold Holding); raw beef (52 F - Cold Holding); raw steak (49F - Cold Holding), as per operator stored in the walk in cooler since the night before. Instructed operator to discard the food.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in the walk in cooler cooked shrimp (50 F - Cold Holding); raw beef (52 F - Cold Holding); raw steak (49F - Cold Holding), as per operator stored in the walk in cooler since the night before. Instructed operator to discard the food.
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 walk in cooler not keeping food at 41 F or less. Instructed operator not to store any TCS food in the walk in cooler until it was fixed.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler shelves with some old food debris.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Nov 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the walk-in freezer gaskets.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in the walk-in cooler.
Apr 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority5 Intermediate7 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled at bar area.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food debris at bottom of hand washing sink at kitchen entrance and bottles inside hand washing sink at bar area.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed black beans and red beans not properly date marked. As per chef, cooked less than 7 days ago.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of onions stored on walk-in cooler floor and plastic containers of oil near ice machine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach-in cooler gaskets soiled at unit near entrance door to kitchen.
Stored food not covered. Observed mussels, butter, and cut tomatoes not covered at reach-in cooler at cookline.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in freezer.
Dec 8, 2023□ 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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Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathrooms.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Sep 18, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored over unwashed produce at walk-in cooler. Coached chef in correct storage procedure.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw fish at walk-in cooler and reach-in cooler at cook-line. Chef arranged items according to cooking temperature.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed coconut rice cooked on 09.05 at reach-in cooler at cook-line.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed coconut rice cooked on 09.05 at reach-in cooler at cook-line.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 6 salmon reduced oxygen packaged bags fully thawed at walk-in cooler.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed empty bottles inside hand washing sink at bar area. Coached staff in correct way to use hand washing sink.
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. Observed no reporting responsibilities agreements signed. Talked to operator and he said he had them locked in his office. Will leave them out for call back inspection.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 6 salmon reduced oxygen packaged fully thawed in bags at walk-in cooler.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathrooms.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on plastic lids and plastic containers at ware washing area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Ice scoop was properly stored.
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.