TIAGO'S TACOS
15420 SW 136 ST UNIT 2, Miami FL 33196 · 305-764-5538
Last inspected May 19, 2026 · 8 visits since January 2024
APR 24
SEP 24
MAR 25
SEP 25
MAR 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed one live roach crawling on cart next to kitchen area. Employee killed and discarded roach during inspection.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $640
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2021017105 | Feb 16, 2021 | Jul 27, 2021 | $320 |
| 1--2017003377 | Dec 16, 2016 | Feb 8, 2017 | $320 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
May 19, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Air gap between water supply inlet and flood rim of equipment/sink is less than one inch. Observed no air gap on spray hose attached three compartment sink.
Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications. Observed food thermometer not calibrated.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary test strip when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink.
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures. Observed food thermometer not used to ensured proper food temperature.
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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. Observed no proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees Ashley D. and Leydi S.
Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed black like mold substance at wall junctures with the three compartment sink.
Mar 4, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate1 Basic
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Air gap between water supply inlet and flood rim of equipment/sink is less than one inch. Observed no air gap on spray hose attached three compartment sink.
Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications. Observed food thermometer not calibrated.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary test strip when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink.
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures. Observed food thermometer not used to ensured proper food temperature.
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. Observed no proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees Ashley D. and Leydi S.
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Observed Angel Colas copy of a food handler certificate, however operator unable to provide original certificate for employee.
Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed black like mold substance at wall junctures with the three compartment sink.
Sep 12, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed shelves at triple door, reach in cooler at storage area, rusted and pitting.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed both men's and women's bathroom door are not self closing and tight fitting.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license displayed October 1st, 2024.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket at reach in cooler next to steam table at kitchen area torn.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets at both reach in coolers at kitchen area soiled with food debris. Observed gaskets at reach in coolers and reach in freezer at storage area soiled with debris.
Sep 11, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed one live roach crawling on cart next to kitchen area. Employee killed and discarded roach during inspection.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed shelves at triple door, reach in cooler at storage area, rusted and pitting.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed both men's and women's bathroom door are not self closing and tight fitting.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed handleless metal bowl used to portion cheese inside walk in cooler at kitchen area.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license displayed October 1st, 2024.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee ell phone on prep table next to sandwich press. Employee removed phone from table.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed an employee at kitchen area, engaging in food preparation, wearing a bracelet.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket at reach in cooler next to steam table at kitchen area torn.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets at both reach in coolers at kitchen area soiled with food debris. Observed gaskets at reach in coolers and reach in freezer at storage area soiled with debris.
Mar 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwash sink blocked by cooler at front counter.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed expired chemical test kit.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed hole in ceiling tile in kitchen near entrance.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed posted license expired 10/01/24.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled in kitchen across from stove.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee soda bottle stored in reach in cooler at back of establishment.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in reach in cooler at back of establishment.
Sep 27, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
6 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed black beans (75F - Cooling) as per employee for more than 2 hours.
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed cook enter kitchen donned gloves without washing hands.
Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Observed raw shrimp stored over case of water bottles inside reach in cooler in kitchen. Manager relocated products.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice (125F - Hot Holding) as per employee for more than 4 hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice (125F - Hot Holding); black beans (80F - Hot Holding). Employee reheated beans to 167F.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bucket of paint primer stored next to container of oil on shelf in dry storage area. Manager moved paint primer.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink blocked by cart inside of ice machine room.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink in ice machine room.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink in kitchen and in ice machine room.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled throughout kitchen area.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee not wearing any hair restraint while preparing food.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed reach in cooler with exposed insulation in front of flat top grill.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed all reach in cooler gaskets soiled in kitchen area.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves at reach in coolers in back storage area.
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed wall separating kitchen and front counter not non absorbent and easily cleanable.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled behind flat top grill.
Apr 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Observed no soap provided at handwash sink at kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach-in cooler gaskets soiled near 3 compartment sink.
Observed ceiling tiles soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance at kitchen area.
Observed no handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at kitchen area.
Jan 19, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority6 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Division of Hotels and Restaurants license was updated during the inspection.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cheese in the reach in cooler located at the storage area.
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.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a bucket stored in the HWS located at front counter, employee removed it.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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. Victor Gutierrez, working for over 60 days not certified.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink at front counter.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Provided time control form to operator.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand wash sink at front counter.
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. At kitchen area.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled residue buildup in the reach in cooler, reach in freezer at storage area.
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.