TACOS MY BLESSING
218 W KING ST, Saint Augustine FL 32084 · 904.325.2609
Last inspected Jul 9, 2026 · 12 visits since August 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Live, small flying insects found 1 fly on cook line.
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Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Jul 9, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 7, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found 1 fly on cook line.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In cooler 3 hours; Small cooler; cheese 47F, salsa 48F, lettuce 47F, guacamole 50F, sour cream 50F, shrimp 49F, pastor, chicken 50F; ( - Cold Holding) Glass door; salsa, cheese, milk 47F, tomatillo sauce 50F; ( - Cold Holding) Small silver; beef, salsa 47F; ( - Cold Holding) All items in coolers for 3 hours. Place on time control until coolers get fixed.
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. All 3 cooler on food truck not keeping food cold. Lowest temperature was 47F.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. No inside thermometers in any cooler.
Feb 25, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Chicken made yesterday 48F. Not cooled to 41F within 6 hours.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Chicken made yesterday 48F. Not cooled to 41F within 6 hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Tomatillo sauce 48F. Person in charge placed inside cooler.
Sep 16, 2025Inspection 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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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed green salsa from previous day per person in charge at 50F. Salsa is kept in deep container and not stirred during cooling process. See stop sale.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Observed green salsa from previous day per person in charge at 50F. Salsa is kept in deep container and not stirred during cooling process. See stop sale.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish and shrimp in reach in cooler above ready to eat chicken. Discussed with person in charge. Person in charge moved raw below ready to eat chicken.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing station blocked by cooling cooked liquid tomatoes. Person in charge unblocked hand washing station.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets on flip-top cooler doors torn.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on flip-top cooler soiled with food debris.
Mar 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards stained with food debris
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing station blocked by single service items. Person in charge unblocked hand washing station.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets on flip-top cooler torn and separated from door.
Sep 24, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 18, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded cheese (45F - Cold Holding); refrigerator: fish (50F - Cold Holding) salsa (46F - Cold Holding) Refrigerator and glass door cooler over stocked with too much cooling food. Discussed alternative methods of cooling food with operator. Operator is sending employee out to get ice.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets on flip-top cooler torn
Jun 5, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 15, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp above ready to eat cooked cooling chicken in refrigerator. Person in charge moved chicken to top shelf and shrimp below ready to eat.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed milk opened Saturday per person in charge missing date mark. Person in charge added date mark.
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 written procedures and discussed with person in charge.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed flip-top cooler cutting boards stained with food debris.
No certified food manager for establishment. 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 no certified food manager for establishment. Observed only certification expired Jesus Rodriguez 3/20/24
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. Provided employee reporting agreement and discussed with person in charge
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 some employees hired over 60 days missing food handler certifications.
Nov 14, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 13, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Mobile food dispensing vehicle connected to utilities on more than a temporary basis. Observed unit having permanent plumbing for potable water. Observed unit having permanent exterior plumbing connecting to hood fans.
Aug 14, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chorizo (47F - Cold Holding). Left out for 20 mins. Person in charge placed in roc to cool
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 written procedures and discussed with person in charge.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on flip-top cooler stained with food debris.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed ground beef made on Saturday per person in charge not date marked.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed flip-top cooler gaskets torn.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle connected to utilities on more than a temporary basis. Observed unit having permanent plumbing for potable water. Observed unit having permanent exterior plumbing connecting to hood fans.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed flip-top cooler gaskets soiled with food debris.
Utensils in poor condition. Observed rubber spatula with chips and cracks hanging up in utensil storage. Person in charge voluntarily disposed of spatula.
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