TARIACURI
19766 SW 177 AVE, Miami FL 33187 · 305.251.8810
Last inspected Feb 19, 2026 · 7 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired Oct 2023. Operator made the payment during the inspection.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2016053291 | Nov 15, 2016 | Dec 14, 2016 | $400 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Feb 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 16 findingsThe state's own report →
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cooked beef (51F - Cooling) inside reach in cooler behind front counter, as per operator product was prepared 2 days prior to inspection and has been inside reach in cooler.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cooked beef (51F - Cooling) inside reach in cooler behind front counter, as per operator product was prepared 2 days prior to inspection and has been inside reach in cooler.
Food preparation sink has soil/old food residue. Observed prep sink soiled in kitchen.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw steak stored over cheese inside reach in cooler across from cook line. Operator properly relocated products.
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice (103F - Hot Holding) underneath prep table across from cook line inside cabinet. As per operator for one hour. Operator took product to reheat and place on steam table.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink in kitchen.
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. Observed cooked beans removed from freezer and stored inside reach in cooler date marked last month in back prep area. Advised operator to change date when removing food from freezer.
Well water testing report/documentation is not available upon request. Observed current well water testing on site dated 1/22/2025, expired. Operator called to have current report sent inspection. Operator provided current satisfactory well water testing report dated 2/16/2026 by Advanced Environmental Laboratories Inc.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup with no handle stored inside container of sugar at front counter. Operator removed cup.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. In kitchen area.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at bottom of screen door at back door.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. In back prep area.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to go boxes at cook line stored not inverted.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored next to tortilla maker.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of sugar not labeled at front counter.
Oct 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 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. Observed shredded beef (48F - Cooling) inside reach in cooler, as per operator was made 4 days prior to inspection and has been inside reach in cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed shredded beef (48F - Cooling) inside reach in cooler, as per operator was made 4 days prior to inspection and has been inside reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken flautas (84F - Hot Holding) at steam table, as per operator for less than 30 mins.
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. Observed Glenda hired two weeks ago, provided operator with form.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee training expired for Eneida 1/2025.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle.
Feb 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef at 47°F inside the reach in cooler as per manager for less than 4 hours. Employee placed beef in metal containers.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at reach in cooler by the front counter. Manager provided ambient thermometer.
Aug 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed reach in cooler shelf rust.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed at the unisex bathroom.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed an opened gallon of water stored inside the reach in freezer. Operator removed it.
Food stored on floor. Observed a bucket with oil store on the floor. Operator removed it.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle on top of beans. Operator removed it.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in the kitchen area.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed beef in standing water in the 3 compartment sink. Employee was coach how to thaw food. Operator used water running method.
Feb 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored above an opened mayo container. Operator placed the eggs at the bottom of the reach in cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed beef (47 F - Cold Holding) as per operator from the night before. Stop sale was issued.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef (47 F - Cold Holding) as per operator from the night before. Stop sale was issued.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken tacos (75 F - Hot Holding) at the front counter. As per operator for less than 2 hours. Operator placed chicken tacos on top of the grill to reheat them.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed a hose connected at the time of the inspection.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed above 3 compartment sink.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed a cell phone stored in table preparation. Operator removed it.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed a tile broken / hole in the wall at the preparation area.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knives stored between the counter and a metal bar. Operator removed them.
Jan 8, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Consumer advisory was provided to operator.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed tiles missing at the front counter.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the hand sink by the 3 compartment sink.
Oct 5, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired Oct 2023. Operator made the payment during the inspection.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed beef (47 F - Cold Holding)inside the reach in cooler. As per operator beef was placed in the reach in cooler more than 12 hours ago. Stop sale was issued.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef (47 F - Cold Holding)inside the reach in cooler. As per operator beef was placed in the reach in cooler more than 12 hours ago. Stop sale was issued.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Aria Soledad Mendoza. Owner. Alfonso Mendoza. Owner.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hand wash sink by the 3 compartment sink.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Consumer advisory was provided to operator.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed tiles missing at the front counter.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on the handle of a cart at the kitchen area.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle above the rice. Operator removed it.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at the 3 doors reach in cooler.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the hand sink by the 3 compartment sink.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at the reach in cooler in the kitchen area.
Stored food not covered. Observed plastic water bottles stored on the floor at the dining area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at the preparation table. Operator removed them.
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.