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TAQUERIA GUAJILLOS

1702 N WOODLAND BLVD STE 118, Deland FL 32720 · 352-455-1941

Last inspected Feb 6, 2026 · 7 visits since September 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats79
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA7407412
Grade history
FEB 24
AUG 24
MAR 25
AUG 25
FEB 26
▼ IMPROVING

5 inspections trending up, 13 points better than where it started.

Worst finding on record
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Badges — 1 earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Inspection history

7 visits, newest first

Feb 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

4 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findings
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Cooked chicken in Kitchen Avantco Reach in cooler cooked chicken (56F -72F - Cooling), placed overnight. Operator instructed to discard.
High priority/03D-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-01-4
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Operator reheating rice in shopping, bag inside kitchen microwave. Operator stated approved food grade bags on order.
High priority/14-31-5/Corrected On-Site
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
High priority/01B-02-5
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No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ operator arrived.
Intermediate/53A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at kitchen handwash sink. Operator restocked,
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Operator relocated.
Basic/10-20-4/Repeat Violation
The state's own report →
Aug 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored over raw beef in Kitchen Grista reach in cooler.
High priority/08A-20-5
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-14-4
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Kitchen reach in cooler shredded cheese (47F - Cold Holding); sour cream (47F - Cold Holding. Less than 4 hours.Operator placed ice l
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Kitchen hand sink used to fill container with water,. Educated operator l
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrective Action Taken
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Red salsa not date marked in cook line make table unit. Operator placed date from 48 hours ago.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cellphone placed on food preparation table. Operator removed.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Food stored on floor. Container of cooked beans stored on kitchen floor. Operator relocated
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Basic/10-20-4
Open dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4
Mar 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. See Stop Salr.
High priority/01B-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Bar front counter horchata (47F - Cold Holding) / placed overnight; operator instructed to discard.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
Floor area(s) covered with standing water, at front counter soda station.Operator removed water.
Basic/36-22-4/Corrected On-Site
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice, at front counter. Operator relocated.
Basic/10-08-5/Corrected On-Site
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover, at wash ware area table.
Basic/14-20-4
Standing water in bottom of kitchen make table unit.
Basic/29-49-6
Aug 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority2 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. Kitchen reach in cooler refried beans (50F - Cooling)/overnight; cheese sauce (50F - Cooling), placed overnight. Operator instructed to discard.
High priority/03D-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. See Stop Sale Report..
High priority/01B-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Front counter horchata (45F - Cold Holding); placed overnight. Operator placed
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Strainer placed in front counter hand sink.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
No quat chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1
Apr 5, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded.

0 High priority2 Intermediate1 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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning/Return visit Apr 5, 2024 · Admin Complaint
No quat chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Corrected On-Site/Warning/Return visit Apr 5, 2024 · Time Extended
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Basic/51-13-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 5, 2024 · Time Extended
Feb 5, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-01-4/Warning
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Server returned soiled cup a and then returned to front Counter to serve food without washing hands. Educated operator.
High priority/12A-02-4/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Salsa 55F/3 hours. Operator relocated to another unit.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Steam table refried beans (99F - Hot Holding);3 hours. Operator instructed to reheat.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrected On-Site/Warning
No quat chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Insect control device used to electrocute or stun insects not designed to retain insect within the device.
Basic/35B-06-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Basic/51-13-4/Warning
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed lettuce stored over shredded washed lettuce,
Basic/08B-17-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Sep 22, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Purple liquid in spray bottle stored by three compartment sink, not labeled. Operator labeled degreaser.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Basic/32-04-4
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Basic/32-12-5

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.