TAQUERIA ARREOLA
5733 SR 674, Wimauma FL 33598 · 813-474-6686
Last inspected Mar 20, 2026 · 9 visits since October 2023
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≈ ERRATIC
4 inspections, swinging between B and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on steam table 15 live roaches on cooler
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $700
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2026022310 | Mar 20, 2026 | May 19, 2026 | $300 |
| 3--2025082375 | Oct 24, 2025 | Dec 29, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Mar 20, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
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/. Shed out back with chest freezer and single service items.
Nonself-sufficient mobile food dispensing vehicle operating from an unapproved commissary. Shed out back with chest freezer and single service items.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets of Reach in cooler.
Mar 20, 2026Call 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 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/. Shed out back with chest freezer and single service items.
Nonself-sufficient mobile food dispensing vehicle operating from an unapproved commissary. Shed out back with chest freezer and single service items.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In reach in cooler.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Slow drain at handwash sink.
Oct 30, 2025Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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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/. Shed out back with chest freezer and single service items.
Nonself-sufficient mobile food dispensing vehicle operating from an unapproved commissary. Shed out back with chest freezer and single service items.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In reach in cooler.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Slow drain at handwash sink.
Oct 27, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on steam table 15 live roaches on cooler
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/. Shed out back with chest freezer and single service items.
Nonself-sufficient mobile food dispensing vehicle operating from an unapproved commissary. Shed out back with chest freezer and single service items.
Dead roaches on premises. 3 dead roaches on floor
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In reach in cooler.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Slow drain at handwash sink.
Oct 24, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 6 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on steam table 15 live roaches on cooler
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/. Shed out back with chest freezer and single service items.
Nonself-sufficient mobile food dispensing vehicle operating from an unapproved commissary. Shed out back with chest freezer and single service items.
Dead roaches on premises. 3 dead roaches on floor
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In reach in cooler.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Slow drain at handwash sink.
Feb 14, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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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.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container of sugar not labeled in shed.
Dec 9, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Graciela Arreola.
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.
Nonself-sufficient mobile food dispensing vehicle operating from an unapproved commissary. Operator using shed with single service items, dry storage food and a chest freezer.
Food stored in a room/shed that is not fully enclosed. Operator using shed with chest freezer, dry storage food and single service items.
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.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Paper plates not inverted above microwave.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container of sugar not labeled in shed.
Oct 27, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 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 Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Oct 12, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
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. Garciela Areola
Food being prepared outside. Observed employee cutting onions on bench behind food truck in open air space. Discussed all food preparation has to be done on truck.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
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.