TAQUERIA ELIM
440 SW 22 AVE, Miami FL 33129
Last inspected Nov 7, 2025 · 4 visits since December 2023
3 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
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Inspection history
4 visits, newest first
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed masa flour stored in non food grade bag.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed manager Benita without proof of manager certificate.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employees Julio and Martin hired over 60 days, no proof of employee training.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hand sink with water 80F. Operator reset water heater, final temp 85F.
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hand wash sink. Employee provided paper towels.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hand wash sink.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Food stored on floor. Observed a plastic water bottle stored on the floor. Employee placed water at least 6 inches off the floor.
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.
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hand wash sink.
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.