TACOS LA POTRANCA & CANTINA
9479 S DIXIE HWY, Pinecrest FL 33156 · 7869883244
Last inspected Aug 12, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
APR 24
NOV 24
SEP 25
JAN 26
AUG 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 26 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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 →
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 14 findingsThe state's own report →
Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed in walk in cooler peptobismol on rack above salsas. Operator removed from cooler.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed Clorox wipes on shelf next to dried lime wedges. Operator removed from shelf at time of inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at kitchen handsink. Operator replaced during inspection.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled.
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Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed in reach in freezer. Operator removed cardboard during inspection.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed above walk in cooler.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage in hallway.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of oil on floor next to mop sink.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior across cook line soiled.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed no plug at dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets in coolers soiled.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in sauce cooler across walk in.
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed on shelves for soda in closet across restrooms.
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed mini fryer in use; not under hood.
Jan 22, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed rubbing alcohol stored on top of ice machine in kitchen area. Operator removed during inspection.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed non food grade bag used to store chopped cilantro in walk in cooler.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw eggs stored shove jalapeños in walk in cooler. Operator moved eggs to bottom shelf below peppers.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed cleaning spray stored on prep table in kitchen area. Operator removed bottle during inspection to proper storage location.
Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Observed ice machine drain line into kitchen hand sink.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink in kitchen area shut off at time of inspection. Sink was turned back on.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed spray bottles stored inside kitchen hand sink. Operator removed spray bottles during inspection.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed in walk in cooler.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed phone stored on top of meat slicer in kitchen area. Operator removed phone during inspection.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of beef on floor across mop sink in kitchen area. Observed inside walk in cooler; cream and tomato juice.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled at front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in cooler located at front counter.
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed in dry food storage closet across restrooms.
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed mini fryers stored inside front counter not stored underneath hood system.
Sep 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee at front counter touch apron. Inspector went over handwashing and glove change techniques with operators.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw beef above fries in reach in freezer.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs in walk in stored above salsas.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed cleaning spraying hanging on table where chips, coffee machine are.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no breaker.
Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Observed in kitchen; drain line in sink from ice machine.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed in kitchen area; hand sink shut off.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed backpack on dry rack in back. Observed cellphone on prep table. Observed phone above prep cooler at front counter.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed broken lid on container of tortilla chips.
Food stored on floor. Observed in back of kitchen; oil on floor. Observed tomato juice on floor in walk in cooler.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on dry dish racks.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed sparkling water bottle in same container with cheese at front counter.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in walk in cooler.
Toilet leaking. Observed in men's restroom.
Nov 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed in walk in cooler, raw pork shoulder stored over a bag of onions. Operator removed and stored correctly.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at lower shelf of cook line sautéed onions (72F - Hot Holding); sautéed peppers (71F - Hot Holding). As per operator for about 2 hours. Chef removed and placed at steam table to reheat.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed for hand sink at dish washing area. Operator provided.
Food stored on floor. Observed at cook line a plastic gallon of cooking oil stored on floor. Chef removed and stored on lower shelf.
Apr 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked pork (50 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler preparation area. As per operator from two days ago. Operator discarded the product.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked pork (50 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler preparation area. As per operator from two days ago. Operator discarded the product.
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.
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No soap provided at handwash sink front counter. Operator provided the soap.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed some containers with cooked pork and cooked rice not properly date marked. As per operator from two days ago.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Feb 27, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw salmon and raw tuna stored over fruit pulp at reach in freezer. Operator relocated the products.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Quinoa (72 F - cold Holding) at preparation table. As per operator for less than two hours. Operator discarded the product.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed brown rice (110 F - Hot Holding) at preparation table front counter. As per operator for less than two hours. Operated discarded the product.
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 one new employee no proof of food employe reporting agreement. The food employee reporting agreement was provided, and signed.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the utensil inside of water at 74°F.
Two Employees with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Oct 10, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 11, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory.
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.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Aug 10, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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No proof of parasite destruction or aquaculture documentation for cold smoked salmon served raw or undercooked. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded.
Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. Observed raw salmon and raw fish different from tuna doesn't have the parasites destruction letter.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory.
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. No consumer advisory on the paper menu.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
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.