TACO WAY
8618 BAYMEADOWS RD, Jacksonville FL 32256 · 904-661-1921
Last inspected Jul 20, 2026 · 19 visits since August 2023
5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 7 live roaches on and around rear ice machine in kitchen. 3 live roaches on wall by Utensils rack next to Three compartment sink in kitchen. 3 live roaches on floor under Three compartment sink. Kitchen.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2019016465 | Feb 18, 2019 | Apr 22, 2019 | $400 |
Inspection history
19 visits, newest first
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 7 live roaches on and around rear ice machine in kitchen. 3 live roaches on wall by Utensils rack next to Three compartment sink in kitchen. 3 live roaches on floor under Three compartment sink. Kitchen.
Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches on floor by ice machine. Kitchen. 2 dead roaches on floor under utensils rack. Kitchen.
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 3 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 7 live roaches on and around rear ice machine in kitchen. 3 live roaches on wall by Utensils rack next to Three compartment sink in kitchen. 3 live roaches on floor under Three compartment sink. Kitchen.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Beef based consume 55, 50, 52. Cheese 56 (Overnight cold holding temperatures) Pico 57. (Overnight cold holding temperatures)
Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches on floor by ice machine. Kitchen. 2 dead roaches on floor under utensils rack. Kitchen.
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 4 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 7 live roaches on and around rear ice machine in kitchen. 3 live roaches on wall by Utensils rack next to Three compartment sink in kitchen. 3 live roaches on floor under Three compartment sink. Kitchen.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Beef based consume 55, 50, 52. Cheese 56 (Overnight cold holding temperatures) Pico 57. (Overnight cold holding temperatures)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Raw beef 50. Cooked chicken 52. Raw beef 50 in drawer cooler by cookline. Per manager, items placed earlier this morning. Manager cooked items immediately. 2 door cooler next to old walk in cooler : Beef based consume 55, 50, 52. Cheese 56 (Overnight cold holding temperatures) Pico 57. (Overnight cold holding temperatures) Raw beef 50. Thawed from freezing earlier this morning. Immediately cooked by manger.
Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches on floor by ice machine. Kitchen. 2 dead roaches on floor under utensils rack. Kitchen.
Ordered shut on the spot. 19 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment observed preparing, serving, or selling food to customers with an expired license. expired 06/01/26
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 7 live roaches on and around rear ice machine in kitchen. 3 live roaches on wall by Utensils rack next to Three compartment sink in kitchen. 3 live roaches on floor under Three compartment sink. Kitchen.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Beef based consume 55°, 50°, 52°. Cheese 56° (Overnight cold holding temperatures) Pico 57°. (Overnight cold holding temperatures)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Raw beef 50°. Cooked chicken 52°. Raw beef 50° in drawer cooler by cookline. Per manager, items placed earlier this morning. Manager cooked items immediately. 2 door cooler next to old walk in cooler : Beef based consume 55°, 50°, 52°. Cheese 56° (Overnight cold holding temperatures) Pico 57°. (Overnight cold holding temperatures) Raw beef 50°. Thawed from freezing earlier this morning. Immediately cooked by manger.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No towel at frontline Hand Wash Sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at kitchen Hand Wash Sink.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No running water at kitchen Hand Wash Sink by prep table.
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Women's restroom door left open.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. No self closing mechanism on women's restroom door left
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Unsecured CO2 tank/s at frontline.
Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches on floor by ice machine. Kitchen. 2 dead roaches on floor under utensils rack. Kitchen.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Prayer mats on single service items by rear dry storage.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water in kitchen by dish rack. Prep line.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors soiled multiple times areas of sides of kitchen and behind equipment.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in reach in freezer. By walk in cooler.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Loose cooler gaskets to 2 door cooler by walk in cooler.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on exterior of cleaned pans : dry rack.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leak at base of pipe at kitchen Hand Wash Sink.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Salsa verde made in house cooked dated 12/31. Jamaica made in house with rehydrated flowers with no date mark. Person in charge unsure how old product is.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Steak made yesterday in drawer closest to door under cook line at 46F. Person in charge states had drawer open for orders. Other items in unit holding 41F. Person in charge moved to other reach in cooler to rapidly chill.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Bleach bottles stored with bottles of red wine vinegar in back dry storage area. Disinfectant wipes stored with single service items in kitchen. Air freshener stored with syrups at front counter. Person in charge began moving to appropriate location.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Clean cutting boards with staining. Interior of ice machine with white and black buildup on sides of unit.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at back hand wash sink by ice machine. Person in charge states has none to replace. No paper towels at front hand wash sink.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Restroom door to women's restroom not self closing.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Porous ceiling tiles observed in back kitchen. Also, standing water observed on floor near triple sink and mop sink. Also floors with heavy grease accumulated at cook line especially left side. Door damage observed to frame to men's restroom.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Expired license with old ownership information displayed on wall.
Equipment in poor repair. Table used for prep in kitchen has chipped edges leaving particle board exposed in places.
Grease receptacle lid open, broken, or missing. Grease receptacle outside of back door open, observed grease accumulated near lid.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Top of ice machine with soiled plastic that renders top of unit not smooth and easily cleanable. Exterior of kitchen tools like blender base and scale in dry storage with debris buildup. Soda nozzles with debris buildup at front counter. Hood filters either grease accumulated. Gaskets to drawers below cook line with debris buildup.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels observed on multiple clean dishware items. Also, old food debris observed on several clean dishware items near triple sink.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Self closer missing from back door.
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Floor tiles observed stored on top of bulk containers of dry goods. Tool set stored on shelf above food product.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Fish, mozzarella cheese, consume, butter, salsa verde, chicken wings, tres leches in double door middle reach in cooler in back kitchen at 49-51F. Ambient temperature of unit 47F during inspection. Person in charge unsure how long unit has been out of temperature.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Fish, mozzarella cheese, consume, butter, salsa verde, chicken wings, tres leches in double door middle reach in cooler in back kitchen at 49-51F. Ambient temperature of unit 47F during inspection. Person in charge unsure how long unit has been out of temperature.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Corn, queso, birria heated to temperature on griddle, then held hot in warmers at 103-125F. Person in charge returned to griddle to reheat.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Fish, mozzarella cheese, consume, butter, salsa verde, chicken wings, tres leches in double door middle reach in cooler in back kitchen at 49-51F. Ambient temperature of unit 47F during inspection. Person in charge unsure how long unit has been out of temperature.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Fish, mozzarella cheese, consume, butter, salsa verde, chicken wings, tres leches in double door middle reach in cooler in back kitchen at 49-51F. Ambient temperature of unit 47F during inspection. Person in charge unsure how long unit has been out of temperature.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Corn, queso, birria heated to temperature on griddle, then held hot in warmers at 103-125F. Person in charge returned to griddle to reheat.
Establishment conducts non-continuous cooking of raw animal foods without written procedures approved by the division. Per person in charge steak is par cooked, cut, then finished on griddle once ordered. Person in charge unable to provide written procedures. Inspector emailed form to operator during inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda nozzles with debris buildup at front counter. Also, observed mold like substance buildup in the ice machine.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Paper towels missing at front counter hand wash sink, at back hand wash sink by water heater. Person in charge began providing.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests observed in establishment. Observed one dead flying insect on clean bowl in clean dishware storage area. Person in charge pulled to clean.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed grease buildup on the wall and floor behind the cook line. Observed standing water on the floor by back triple sink and hand wash sink. Ceiling tiles are porous in kitchen. Observed hole in one ceiling tile, water damage on several other tiles.
Grease receptacle lid open, broken, or missing. Observed buildup of grease on exterior and ground around grease receptacle with lid open.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Self closer missing from back door.
Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Women's restroom door not self closing.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License 6.1.25.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed slicer in poor repair, pieces of blades missing, falling into open pan of utensils below on shelf. Person in charge discarded during inspection. Removed tray of utensils to be cleaned during inspection.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Vacuum breaker missing from splitter at mop sink with green hose attached.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach in cooler raw fish stored over prepped onions. Person in charge moved to appropriate location.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Horchata and Jamaica in reach in cooler overnight at 53F.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In three door low boy Horchata and Jamaica in reach in cooler overnight at 53F. See stop sale. In stand up reach in cooler chicken, beef, beef, in drawers under cook line cheese, beef chicken 53-58F. Person in charge states had door open for prep. Moved items to produce reach in cooler that is holding temperature.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Vacuum breaker missing from splitter at mop sink with green hose attached.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda nozzles with debris buildup in front server area.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels or soap at hand wash sink in front or back kitchen. Person in charge provided.
Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit. Probe thermometer at 52 in ice water.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot water shut off at back hand wash sink.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Co2 unsecured in front server area. Person in charge chained.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors under triple sink soiled.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Handle to spoon touching rice. Person in charge removed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters with grease buildup.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Self closer disconnected from back door.
Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Self closer disconnected from women's restroom.
Utensils in poor condition. Spatula missing pieces.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tile with water damage in back kitchen, missing piece of tile. Also, standing water observed on floor along wall with triple sink. No active leak observed.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 7 high priority.
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed two cans of tomatoes with dent along seam. One can salsa with dent along seam.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. One flying insect in kitchen.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Seared beef not fully cooked stored over tortillas in reach in cooler drawers. Person in charge removed tortillas.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In stand up reach in cooler by back door chicken, beef, beef in unit overnight at 47-54F per person in charge. Per person in charge cooler has not been working for 5 days. Has part on order. Person in charge will not utilize for time/temperature control for safety foods until serviced.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In stand up reach in cooler by back door chicken, beef, beef in unit overnight at 47-54F per person in charge. Per person in charge cooler has not been working for 5 days. Has part on order. Person in charge will not utilize for time/temperature control for safety foods until serviced.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Unlabeled table cleaner bottle per person in charge stored on prep area. Person in charge labeled and moved to appropriate location.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Vacuum breaker missing at splitter at mop sink. Needed on non chemical side of splitter.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Pitcher stored in hand wash sink in kitchen. Person in charge removed.
No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing. Establishment only has scented bleach available for sanitizing.
Raw animal food cooked with non-continuous method is not identified/labeled while stored after initial heating according to written procedures. Steak seared, not labeled as raw.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Several employee certifications missing required information.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tile with water damage in back kitchen, missing piece of tile. Also, standing water observed on floor along wall with triple sink. No active leak observed.
Dumpster overflowing garbage. Shared dumpsters overflowing.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Self closer missing at back door.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. 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/. Establishment has changed from Teriyaki restaurant to Taco restaurant, menu has subsequently changed. Also, hibachi has been removed, griddle has been removed from front counter, flattop has been added to kitchen. Walk in cooler is being utilized as dry storage.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 7 high priority.
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed medicine stored on shelf above prep area. Person in charge removed.
Establishment operating with changed menu and/or increased seating without system approval for such change. Observed 30 seats in establishment during inspection. Provided seating change form.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 4 flying insects in back storage area.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In double door reach in cooler shell eggs stored over ready to eat items, person in charge moved to correct location.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Jamaica at 51F in dispenser since yesterday per person in charge.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In drawers under cook line chicken, beef, cheese 47-53F. In fliptop, pico, guacamole with tomato 45-50F. Person in charge states has been out of temperature less than 4 hours. Salsa verde in squeeze bottle on cookline at 69F. Person in charge states has been out for 1 hour. Moved to other unit holding temperature. Also, Jamaica at 51F in dispenser since yesterday per person in charge. Discussed time with person in charge.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink at splitter on non chemical side.
Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ One manager on duty with no proof of CFM.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Cup stored in hand wash sink at back kitchen. Cup was removed.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Establishment utilizes chlorine to sanitize, only able to provide PH test strips.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. 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/. Establishment has changed from Teriyaki restaurant to Taco restaurant, menu has subsequently changed. Also, hibachi has been removed, griddle has been removed from front counter, flattop has been added to kitchen. Walk in cooler is being utilized as dry storage.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed porous tiles in kitchen with water damage on several tiles.
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Medicine stored over single service items on shelf. Person in charge moved to appropriate location.
Rodent bait not contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station. Robert bait in open dish stored on floor under shelf in back of kitchen in dry storage area.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Person in charge states holds pre rolled sushi rolls on time. Not indicated on time paperwork.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling tiles at front line and in kitchen are porous tiles. Also, ceiling tile missing above walk in cooler.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Several employee personal items stored over/ on food product. Person in charge moved to appropriate location.
Equipment in poor repair. Wooden bowls at fryer with chipped edges, missing pieces.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed salmon and imitation crab thawing at room temperature.
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Vacuum breaker at mop sink built into faucet is in disrepute and no other vacuum breaker/ backflow preventer present.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Portable cutting board in prep area soiled/ stained. Also, deflector plate in ice machine next to mixer soiled.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink next to mop sink. Employee replenished paper towels.
Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling tile above walk-in-cooler missing.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on walk-in-cooler torn.
Food stored on floor. Box with avocados stored under shelf near front counter. Operator removed avocados to properly store.
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.