TACOS LOVERS
14700 SW 88 ST, Miami FL 33196 · 786 716 0654
Last inspected Jul 21, 2026 · 7 visits since February 2024
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▲ 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 expired license since 10/01/2025.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jul 21, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority5 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 13 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw steak stored next to ready to eat chicken and beef taco meat and above cheese inside reach in cooler under POS.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed bucket inside handwashing sink basin and not accessible.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no test strip for chlorine or quaternary
Observed no paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked shredded chicken cooked over 24 hours with no date marking.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with quart sanitizer (per operator) with no label on the counter of 3CS area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed open can energy drink inside upright reach in cooler not separated from consumer products.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed male employee. Employee placed on hairnet.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed broken door gaskets for reach in cooler upright and reach in cooler under prep table.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife in between 3CS and prep reach in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled door gaskets for reach in cooler under prep table.
Observed mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
Utensils in poor condition. Observed handle in poor condition for pizza cutter on top of flat stove.
Mar 16, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at prep table.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Observed torn gaskets at reach in cooler.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. Observed mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
Mar 5, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink block with empty buckets.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed not hot water at three compartment sink. Operator is using single service items.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at handwashing sink.
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. Observed no proof of required state approved employee training provided for both employees working at the moment Rossana A., Juan P.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed not hot water at hand wash sink.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at prep table.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Observed torn gaskets at reach in cooler.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. Observed mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
Dec 30, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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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. Observed Jonathan Gutierrez, Hector Lira working for more than 2 months.
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. No proof of Food Safety Training for Maylin NG,.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
Oct 29, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed expired license since 10/01/2025.
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. Observed Jonathan Gutierrez, Hector Lira working for more than 2 months.
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. No proof of Food Safety Training for Maylin NG,.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water by reach in cooler with soda.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Observed at the hood filter above the grill.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed container with handle no above the sugar inside bin.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
Dec 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed cooked chicken, cooked beef, sausage stored inside Nonfood-grade bags inside 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. Discussed and provided to person in charge via email.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed spray bottle and chlorine gallon stored inside hand sink. Employee removed the items.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Employee provided paper towels.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing degreaser without label next to hand sink.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Discussed and provided to person in charge via email.
Feb 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 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. Provided operator with cleanup procedures via email.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system above oven.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach-in gaskets soiled next to rice cooker.
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.