TACOMIENDO
9010 DADELAND BLVD, Miami FL 33156 · 3053952347
Last inspected Aug 11, 2026 · 10 visits since January 2024
APR 24
MAY 25
JUL 25
NOV 25
AUG 26
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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. Observed 1 live roach under prep table in kitchen area across cook line. Observed 1 live roach crawling behind reach in cooler across oven in kitchen area. Observed 1 live roach crawling on floor in front of grill area in kitchen.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $360
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2019031633 | May 8, 2019 | Aug 19, 2019 | $360 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 11, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
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/. Observed front counter redone with coffee machine added and display case added.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed 1 employee expired; Lester 06/12/26.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed above walk in.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust accumulation.
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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 reach in across oven with ambient temp of 51F; the following TCS foods stored inside for less than 4 hours: cooked chicken (46F - Cold Holding); raw beef (50F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (49F - Cold Holding). Observed walk in cooler with ambient temp of 55F; the following TCS foods stored inside for more than 4 hours: salsa (49F - Cold Holding); cooked mushrooms (51F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (58F - Cooling); pickled onions (51F - Cold Holding); cooked beans (55F - Cold Holding).
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed in restroom.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in freezer.
Aug 10, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority5 Intermediate8 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach under prep table in kitchen area across cook line. Observed 1 live roach crawling behind reach in cooler across oven in kitchen area. Observed 1 live roach crawling on floor in front of grill area in kitchen.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed walk in cooler with ambient temp of 55F; the following TCS foods stored inside for more than 4 hours: salsa (49F - Cold Holding); cooked mushrooms (51F - Cold Holding); pickled onions (51F - Cold Holding); cooked beans (55F - Cold Holding).
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed reach in across oven with ambient temp if 51F; the following TCS foods stored inside: cooked chicken (46F - Cold Holding); raw beef (50F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (49F - Cold Holding). As per operator, technician is aware and food has been stored inside for less than 1 hour. Observed walk in cooler with ambient temp of 55F; the following TCS foods stored inside for more than 4 hours: salsa (49F - Cold Holding); cooked mushrooms (51F - Cold Holding); pickled onions (51F - Cold Holding); cooked beans (55F - Cold Holding).
Tracking powder pesticide used inside establishment. Observed throughout establishment
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. Observed no form or kit.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no proof of manager; Carlos Marloff, owner for more than 60 days.
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/. Observed front counter redone with coffee machine added and display case added.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed 1 employee expired; Lester 06/12/26.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed kitchen handsink hot water turned off.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed above walk in.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust accumulation.
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 reach in across oven with ambient temp of 51F; the following TCS foods stored inside for less than 4 hours: cooked chicken (46F - Cold Holding); raw beef (50F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (49F - Cold Holding). Observed walk in cooler with ambient temp of 55F; the following TCS foods stored inside for more than 4 hours: salsa (49F - Cold Holding); cooked mushrooms (51F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (58F - Cooling); pickled onions (51F - Cold Holding); cooked beans (55F - Cold Holding).
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 20 dead roaches under triple sink and behind cook line in kitchen area. Observed 2 dead roaches behind grill in kitchen area. Observed 3 dead roaches behind ice machine outside of walk in cooler in kitchen area.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed in restroom.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in freezer.
Nov 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired; 10/25.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter; no breaker.
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. Observed no poster or kit; inspector provided via email.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry dish rack; above triple sink.
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 birria with date mark of 10/31. As per operator, was thawed prior day and did not realize he had to change date.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in kitchen area.
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 reach in at front counter with broken compressor. No TCS foods stored on site.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no choking poster on site; inspector provided via email.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets in reach in coolers soiled.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in reach in freezer.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler and freezer.
Jul 14, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Mariajavier, Carlos with no training.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed flan made in house not marked at front counter.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle in kitchen with no label.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in freezer.
Jul 11, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at front counter: Warmer: empanada beef (119F - Hot Holding); empanada chicken (120F - Hot Holding); empanada potato (120F - Hot Holding). As per operator; less than 3 hours prior to inspection. Operator took them to back for reheating.
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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Mariajavier, Carlos with no training.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed flan made in house not marked at front counter.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle in kitchen with no label.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed container of employee pasta above raw beef in walk in. Operator segregated for proper storage.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed best to stove: 90F.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in freezer.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar with no label.
May 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling tile missing. Observed above walk in cooler,
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in cooler.
Jul 18, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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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 chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Jun 27, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority5 Intermediate0 Basic
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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.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed person in charge Daniel Martinez no food manager certificate. The change of ownership was made in February.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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/. Observed the establishment did a change of ownership and steam table was added to the front counter, the ice machine was removed and reach in coolers were added.
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.
Apr 25, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 21 recorded, 9 high priority.
9 High priority8 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed the sanitizer disconnect and per the manager they don't sanitize the container or utensils.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed cooked beef and cooked pork stored on thank you bags at reach in cooler and preparation table. Operator removed the products from the bags.
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed rice and beans stored on orange and blue home depot containers at walk in cooler.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over beverage at walk-in cooler.
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. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef and raw fish at walk-in cooler.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shells eggs at room temperature. As per operator since 9:00 am. More than 4 hours. Operator discarded the shells eggs.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed raw shells eggs at room temperature. As per operator since 9:00 am. More than 4 hours. Operator discarded the shells eggs.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed white rice (107 F - Hot Holding), cooked beef (105 F - Hot Holding); cheese fried (124 F - Hot Holding) at preparation area. As per operator for less than two hours. Operator moved the products to reheat.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine +200 ppm). Operator added water to get 100 ppm.
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.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed person in charge Daniel Martinez no food manager certificate. The change of ownership was made in February.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed the water at 79°F. As per operator the water heater was turned off. The water heater was turned on. Final temperature 102°F.
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/. Observed the establishment did a change of ownership and steam table was added to the front counter, the ice machine was removed and reach in coolers were added.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked rice and cooked beans not properly date marked at walk in cooler. As per operator was made more than 24 hours ago.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed water at hand wash sink at 79°F. As per operator the water heater was turned off. Manager turned on the water heater. Final temperature 101°F.
Employee eating while preparing food at preparation area. Manager was informed that the employee can not eat at preparation area.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized.
Food stored on floor. Observed rice and beans stored on floor at walk-in cooler.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator removed the ice scoop handle.
Jan 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 18 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority3 Intermediate11 Basic
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Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Observed cooked honey chicken in contacts of cardboard box at walk in cooler. Operator moved the products to a clean stainless container.
In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils inside of water at 79°F at preparation table kitchen area. Operator removed the water.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed cooked chicken in the middle of raw beef and raw shrimp next each other. Operator relocated the products.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef stored on the same container with raw pork next each other. Operator separated the raw beef and raw pork.
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. The clean up of vomiting and diarrheal events handout was provided.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled. Operator sent the can opener to the three compartment sink to be cleaned and sanitized.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a hand wash sink inaccessible with a fruit container. Operator removed the container.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed oven handle soiled.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed fan cover soiled at walk in cooler.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed raw chicken and cooked beef belly stored inside of reach in cooler preparation area. As per manager those products are employee food.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed the utensil handle touching the pineapple diced fruit. Operator removed the handle.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board at preparation area. Operator removed the wet wiping.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Shelves attached to walls in walk-ins not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Observed shelves in walk in cooler and walk in freezer rust.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on the preparation table.
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.