TAURO PIZZA CORP
240 E 1 AVE STE 123, Hialeah FL 33010 · 7863157790
Last inspected Aug 10, 2026 · 7 visits since October 2023
JUL 24
JAN 25
SEP 25
FEB 26
AUG 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Aug 10, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 1 dented can of spaghetti sauce and 2 cans of red pepper in dry storage cart at kitchen area.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken breast container stored above cooked pasta container at walk in cooler at kitchen area. Employee stored chicken container under cooked pasta at the time of inspection.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed next to employees bathroom at kitchen area.
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/ Observed 4 employees working at the time of inspection and no certified food manager present.
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Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed white reach in freezer with ice buildup at kitchen entrance.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils inside standing water at 78 degrees Fahrenheit next to ice cream chest freezer at front counter. Employee discard standing water and stored utensils inside clean dry container at front counter.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed clean utensils upright under preparation table at cook line. Employee placed utensils inside 3 compartment sink to wash them at the time of inspection.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at walk in cooler at kitchen area.
Feb 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 23 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority5 Intermediate15 Basic
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Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed 1 employee engaged in food preparation touching his head with gloves on and not washing hands. Employee washed hands during inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed container of smashed plantain dated 01/25/2026 inside shelf at walk-in cooler. Employee discarded during inspection.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 7 packages of Mahi Mahi and 1 package of salmon thawed inside Rop package inside container at walk in cooler. Stop sale was issued. Employee discarded during inspection.
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed 1 employee engaged in food preparation unable to answer the minimum internal temperature of chicken. Coached employee on right temperature.
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.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed chlorine test kit expired 09/2025 next to dishwasher machine at kitchen area.
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/ Observed 5 employees working with no certified food manager present at the time of 5e inspection.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed no consumer advisory provided as per person in charge a customer can ask for a steak under cooked. A consumer advisory sign was provided and placed next to license at front counter.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean utensils stored not inverted inside container under preparation table at kitchen area.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 7 packages of Mahi Mahi and 1 package of salmon thawed inside Rop package inside container at walk in cooler. Stop sale was issued. Employee discarded during inspection.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed 2 groove cutting boards on top of preparation table at kitchen area.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed 2 employees engaged in food preparation wearing a bracelet at kitchen area.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 2 employees engaged in food preparation with not hair restraint at kitchen area.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed inside ice machine at kitchen area. Employee stored properly during inspection.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed sugar container with scoop handle touching sugar at front counter.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed clean utensils stored in standing water at 79 degrees Fahrenheit. Employee discarded water and stored utensils properly during inspection.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed gaskets soiled
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled inside reach in cooler next to dishwasher machine at kitchen area.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed ripe plantains bag thawing at room temperature on top of preparation table at kitchen area. Employee place ripe plantains under running water inside preparation sink at kitchen area during inspection.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed next to back door at kitchen area. Employee stored properly during inspection.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed 1 wet wiping cloth stored on top of the table next to slicer machine. Employee stored properly during inspection.
Sep 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 18 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority3 Intermediate11 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed can of spaghetti sauce dented at can storage area. Operator segregated dented can.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Milk (68F - Cold Holding) at prep table next to rice cooker at kitchen area. As per operator for less than 30 minutes. Operator started cooking preparation.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cooked Onions (126F - Hot Holding) on top of flat top at kitchen area. As per employee for approximately 1 hour. Employee placed it on the hottest spot of flat top to reheat it.
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine +200ppm) at kitchen area. Employee discarded and replaced with new solution Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 50 ppm).
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade at prep table in front of stove. Employee moved can opener blade to dishwashing area.
Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Operator was unable to answered the right way to calibrate probe thermometer. Couched employee on proper procedure.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked lasagna on rack at walk in cooler no date marked. As per operator prepared for over 24 hours.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at front counter. Employee cleaned.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in salt and bread crumbs containers at kitchen area. Operator removed at the time of inspection.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee cup of water at prep table on top of prep table in front of stove. Operator removed during inspection.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employees drinks and food not segregated from establishment food items inside reach in cooler next to dishwasher machine. Operator segregated and identified employees food.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed purse and bag on top of prep table next to sliced machine. Employee removed items.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at front counter. Employee stored properly.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice scoop inside standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed operator changing water.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwaves soiled next to employees bathroom and in front of office at kitchen area. Operator clean microwaves.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at standing reach in cooler next to employees bathroom.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of sugar and milk powder at front counter with no label. Also observed sugar and salt container with no label at kitchen area. Operator identified containers at the time of inspection.
Jan 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine 10ppm). During the inspection employee added more chlorine Triple Sink (Chlorine 100ppm).
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed metal bowl stored inside container of black beans. During the inspection employee removed it.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer, located at front counter.
Stored food not covered. Observed container with ice cream stored in chest freezer located at front counter not covered.
Jul 22, 2024Inspection 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. Observed raw chicken over water melons stored inside the walk in cooler. Operator removed items and placed them correctly.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filter soiled.
Apr 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate6 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 cooked pasta (50/48F - Cooling), was cooked from the date before as per operator, located inside walk in cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked pasta (50/48F - Cooling), was cooked from the date before as per operator, located inside walk in cooler.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed cooked pasta stored inside deep plastic container. Observed cooked pasta (50/48F - Cooling), was cooked from the date before as per operator, located inside walk in cooler.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At the employees bathroom.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Employees name Reiner, Vanessa,Heidi,Jorge with more than 2 months of being hired.
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Men bathroom.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Employees bathroom.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed cleaned metal container stored on the floor. Operator properly stored it.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Customer bathroom.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Filter soiled.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases of to go container and paper cups on the floor.
Oct 2, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Employees bathroom.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. At the cook line.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed cleaned metal container storage on kitchen floor. Operator properly stored it.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed filter soiled.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer bucket stored next to clean utensils. Operator properly stored it.
Stored food not covered. Observed cooked pasta (41°F - Cold Holding); inside walk in cooler, operator properly covered during inspection.
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.