TAQUERIA LA BENDICION DE DIOS
1020 NW PARK ST, Okeechobee FL 34972
Last inspected Jul 9, 2026 · 12 visits since July 2023
FEB 25
APR 25
SEP 25
JAN 26
JUL 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 28 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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 operator with the vomiting and diarrhea clean up poster.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Jul 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths for chlorine. Operator only had quaternary.
Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Operator used quaternary test strips to test chlorine solution. Operator was educated.
Jan 22, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths for chlorine. Operator obtained test kit for chlorine.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Operator will obtain prior to opening.
Sep 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shell eggs stored over tomatoes. Operator removed Raw shell eggs and stored correctly.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
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.
Apr 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 1600 HWY 70 E, Okeechobee — this licence has since moved.
3 High priority1 Intermediate1 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. The following items were prepared on 4/3: Beef tongue cooked (48F - Cold Holding); Chicken cooked (48F - Cold Holding); Operator removed from service and voluntarily discarded. Provided operator with cooling chart.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over cheese. Operator removed and stored correctly.
Time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from ambient temperature to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within four hours. See stop sale. The following items were prepared on 4/3: Beef tongue cooked (48F - Cold Holding); Chicken cooked (48F - Cold Holding); Operator removed from service and voluntarily discarded. Provided operator with cooling chart.
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 operator with form and employee signed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Feb 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 3535 NW 20 AVE, Okeechobee — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 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. Provided operator with the vomiting and diarrhea clean up poster.
Probe thermometer not within the intended measuring range of use. Operator will obtain.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food, in bulk sugar. Operator removed.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit in freezer or black stand up cooler.
May 23, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Recorded at 3535 NW 20 AVE, Okeechobee — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 17, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
Recorded at 3535 NW 20 AVE, Okeechobee — this licence has since moved.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. sour cream 50f cold holding, shredded cheeses 54f cold holding, homemade green sauce 54f cold holding. Recommended to rapid chill.
Clean utensils not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
May 8, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
Recorded at 3535 NW 20 AVE, Okeechobee — this licence has since moved.
2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with cooked rice.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. sour cream 50f cold holding, shredded cheeses 54f cold holding, homemade green sauce 54f cold holding. Recommended to rapid chill.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.
Clean utensils not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Equipment in poor repair. Bottom half of reach in cooler. Ambient temperature 54f.
Food stored on floor. Oil on floor.
Dec 5, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 3535 NW 20 AVE, Okeechobee — this licence has since moved.
2 High priority4 Intermediate3 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: refried beans (50F - Cooling). Operator removed and voluntarily discarded, beans prepared 12/4.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. refried beans (50F - Cooling) from 12/4. Operator removed and voluntarily discarded.
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 operator with the Vomiting and Diarrhea clean up form in Spanish.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: cutting boards.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator placed paper towels at location.
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.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Food stored on floor. Lemons on floor. Operator removed and stored correctly.
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Operator stored correctly.
Sep 26, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Recorded at 3535 NW 20 AVE, Okeechobee — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Bathroom located outside establishment not enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors or constructed to have entrances and exits that ensure the privacy of occupants. male restroom doors do not self close.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Jul 26, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 2 high priority.
Recorded at 3535 NW 20 AVE, Okeechobee — this licence has since moved.
2 High priority6 Intermediate6 Basic
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Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Reach in cooler not protected. Operator will remove or lock.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw meat over vegetables. Operator removed raw meat and stored correctly.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: cutting boards.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink as pump is broken. Operator has plumber coming at 5 pm. Operator has large blue water tanks for clean water to wash hands. Prior to uploading inspection,operator fixed water issues.
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.
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 Operator with the Food Reporting Agreement in Spanish. Four of five employees signed form.
No running water at three-compartment sink. Operator has plumber coming at 5 pm. Operator has large blue water tanks for clean water to wash hands. Prior to uploading inspection,operator fixed water issues.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Prepackaged food no date mark when frozen. Operator placed date mark on item.
Bathroom located outside establishment not enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors or constructed to have entrances and exits that ensure the privacy of occupants. male restroom doors do not self close.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Open garbage can lid. Operator closed lid
Plumbing system in disrepair. Prior to uploading inspection,operator fixed water issues.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
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