TAQUERIA JUQUILITA LA OAXAQUENA
917 N PINE AVE, Ocala FL 34475 · 904-713-7977
Last inspected — · 7 visits since February 2025
FEB 25
MAY 25
JUL 25
JAN 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
4 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Live, small flying insects found Four flies in unit.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2026022038 | Jan 26, 2026 | Apr 16, 2026 | $600 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jan 27, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 26, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 16 violations recorded, 6 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
6 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Employee dried hands on clothes/apron/soiled towel after washing. Male employee touched visibly soiled towel then continued to put on gloves and cook without washing hands.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle disposing of wastewater at an unapproved location. Food truck has soapy water draining from pipe on to ground behind unit.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle obtaining water from an unapproved source. Establishment is licensed in Tampa and utilizing place in Ocala for water, commissary change has not been made.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Black grocery bag holding rice in steam table.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In drawer cooler under coking equipment: raw beef in top portion and cooked beef and chicken on bottom.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler: cheese (47F - Cold Holding); salsa (45-47F - Cold Holding); tomatoes (47F - Cold Holding). Operator stated items were placed in unit today.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board with pink and green stains.
Nonself-sufficient mobile food dispensing vehicle operator failed to submit a Commissary Notification form to the division for each commissary prior to use. Operator stated he is now cooking at a location in Ocala and bringing food to truck.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl in red and green salsa. Bowl in salt. Removed.
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. Reach in cooler has an ambient tempurature of 47 F. Unit is overfilled with product.
Food stored on floor. Canola oil on floor near triple sink.
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Per operator, waste water tank hose is broken allowing water to drain on ground.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Several wiping clothes with food debris in use.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Several bins with bags of coked meat thawing on counter.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Soup in container labeled paprika.
Jul 23, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects found Four flies in unit.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Black bags being used to store rice and vegetables.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Two black bags of rice 120-122F on prep table. Employee moved to refrigerator.
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. Missing for two employees currently working. Signed during this inspection.
Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Covering dough for tortillas
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. One male employee.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knifes between hot case and prep table.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of reach in drawer cooler soiled with food debris.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Window is left open when not in use.
Jul 9, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 14, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
Recorded at 2348 W COLOMBUS DR, Tampa — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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: There is no certified food manager for the business.
May 9, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
Recorded at 2348 W COLOMBUS DR, Tampa — this licence has since moved.
2 High priority5 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects found Observed: 1 fly on the unit near the hand wash sink.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed: in the loboy reach-in cooler(chef table) Pork 47°, beef 47°, chicken 46°. ALSO, in the flip top shred cheese 47°. The Mfdv is Ambient air temperature 89°.
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. Observed lack of a plan.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed: the can opener has dried food debris on it.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed the only hand wash sink was full of plastic dishes. The sink was emptied. Staff started washing hands.
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: There is no certified food manager for the business.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed: no hot water at the hand wash sink or the 3 compartment sink, under 85° for both.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an employee drink bottle on the prep table.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed: lack of a choking poster.
Feb 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
Recorded at 2348 W COLOMBUS DR, Tampa — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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