TACO SHOP
831 W 49 ST, Hialeah FL 33012 · 786 9537716
Last inspected Aug 20, 2026 · 10 visits since August 2023
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MAR 25
DEC 25
APR 26
AUG 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 10/01/2025
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 20, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored above chicken empanadas on reach in freezer.
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 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 agreement for for Emely,Angelica,Patricia,Julia and Sandra employees have been working more than 60 days.
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 cooked steak and frozen not date marked on reach in freezer by dry storage.
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked. Observed thawed cooked steak not date marked on standing unit at dry storage area.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed tripe soup prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked in standing unit by cook line.
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 expired training for Emely,Angelica,Patricia,Julia and Sandra.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at dry storage area.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Apr 2, 2026Inspection 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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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed restaurant selling food with an expired license, 10/01/2025 Operator payed license at the time of inspection.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at storage area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed on top of shelf preparation table at kitchen. Employee removed beverage container.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed lid on small chest freezer rusted.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Side door to outside by ware washing area.
Dec 2, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 10/01/2025
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed beef soup container, according to manager prepared Sunday, no date marked.
Exposed studs/joists/rafters present in food preparation or warewashing area. Observed at kitchen.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back door and side door.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed condensed at kitchen.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Mar 14, 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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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with window cleaner no labeled. Manager labeled bottle.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup no handle used to dispense pico de gallo. Employee discarded cup.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed in side door and back doors to outside at kitchen.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at preparation table at kitchen.
Nov 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken box stored over raw beef inside reach in cooler. Employee stored raw chicken box on bottom shelf under raw beef.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing chlorine sanitizer not labeled at ware washing area.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic container, no handle used to dispense rice. Employee discarded container.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed on door to outside back storage.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen beef thawing at ambient temperature. Employee put cold water to run on top of raw beef at sink.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at kitchen prep table, towel no stored in sanitizer solution between uses.
Jul 19, 2024□ 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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Equipment in poor repair. Observed shelve under preparation table at kitchen rusted.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed in storage area by ac unit standing water on the floor
Jul 12, 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 Intermediate3 Basic
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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 dated 05/08/2019 for Header Azamar expired.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed on containers at drying racks.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed shelve under preparation table at kitchen rusted.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed in storage area by ac unit standing water on the floor
May 10, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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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 dated 05/08/2019 for Header Azamar expired.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator provided paper towels.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone, water bottles at storage rack next to tortillas.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed on containers at drying racks.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed shelve under preparation table at kitchen rusted.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed in storage area by ac unit standing water on the floor
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed boxes with single serve containers stored on the floor at front counter area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed plastic containers containing salt and sugar no labeled at storage rack.
Dec 5, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 10-01-2023 Operator renew the license during inspection. Ref# 237346757
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled. Employee cleaned can opener at time of inspection.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink used as a dump sink.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed at kitchen cook no hair restraint on.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed on top of prep table at kitchen
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed trough out the kitchen.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Aug 25, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 18 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority1 Intermediate13 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer in spray bottle not at proper minimum strength. Observed spray bottle with chlorine sanitizer at over 200 ppm Manager diluted with water and final reading at 100ppm
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed sugar in nonfood-grade bags.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee changing tasks. Manager coached employee in proper hand washing and glove use.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded lettuce (49F - Cold Holding) in prep area. Manager put ice for rapid cooling.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed chloride spray bottle not labeled at 3 compartment sink.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic bowl without handle used to scoop sugar. Manager removed the bowl.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee in cook line without hair restraint.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed exterior rusted of white chest freezer at kitchen. Also rusted shelves under prep table.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at back exit door.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel used under cutting board in preparation station
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at reach in freezer in storage area.
Open dumpster lid.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach-in cooler interior soiled at storage area.
Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Observed self-closing device missing in both bathroom doors.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete floor throughout the kitchen.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed faucet on hand wash sink leaking next to stove.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on top of preparation that kitchen.
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.