LA PLACITA TACO GRILL

Name: LA PLACITA TACO GRILL
Address: 7400 SW 57 AVE UNIT 4, SOUTH MIAMI, FL, 33143, US
Rating: 77.1

7400 SW 57 AVE UNIT 4, SOUTH MIAMI, FL 33143

License #2334238

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77.1 Grade C / 100

Mixed Health Record

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LA PLACITA TACO GRILL in SOUTH MIAMI currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 77.1 out of 100 — a C grade — a noticeable pattern of violations across recent inspections. This restaurant has been inspected 5 times from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on March 25, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 60 total violations — 5 critical, 9 major, 46 minor.

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The latest inspection on March 25, 2026 shows 13 observation rows: 1 critical, 2 major, and 10 minor.

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Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action
[14-01-5] Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup stored in salt as scoop. Operator removed at time of inspection.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets in multiple reach in coolers.
[38-01-4] Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed above reach in cooler across freezer.
[51-13-4] No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email.
[10-05-5] In-use utensil stored in unclean water. Observed on cook line. Operator changed water.
[02D-01-5] Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of salt with no label; operator wrote name at time of inspection.
[22-31-4] Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry food and dish racks.
[36-24-5] Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed in restroom. Observed at triple sink.
[11-27-4] 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 no form or kit; inspector provided via email.
[10-17-4] In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed across cook line between coolers.
[51-18-6] No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site.
[10-07-4] In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line. Employee placed on flat top.
[36-32-5] Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed throughout kitchen.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[14-74-7] 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. Observed reach in next to freezer not functioning. As per operator; used as dry storage. No TCS foods stored inside.
[21-04-4] In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed next to freezer.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed on dry food racks and dish racks; dust accumulation.
[33-16-4] Open dumpster lid. Observed lid open at time of inspection.
[40-06-5] Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed phone on top of reach in across cook line. Manager removed phone during inspection.
[51-13-4] No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no choking poster. Inspector provided via email.
[36-32-5] Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed damage throughout kitchen line to tiles.
[41-10-4] Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed multiple chemical sprays stored on rack next to hand sink above oil for cooking.
[53B-01-5] 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. Observed no proof for employee Francisco.
[45-04-4] Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed mini fryer on top of prep table across cook line.
[36-24-5] Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed cracked tiles in warewash area. Observed hole in wall in bathroom.
[36-17-5] Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed in front of triple sink.
[10-07-4] In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on flat top at 109F.
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout establishment.
[10-17-4] In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed at warewash; between sink and wall. Observed across cook line, between cooler and freezer.
[51-18-6] No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site.

Disposition: Emergency order recommended
[10-07-4] In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on hot line.
[14-33-4] Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in coolers.
[16-46-4] Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on dry dish racks.
[36-24-5] Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed holes in walls in bathroom, behind dry food rack.
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in kitchen.
[22-31-4] Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry food and dish racks.
[29-49-6] Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in cooler next to restroom.
[35A-03-4] Dead roaches on premises. Observed 3 dead roaches under triple sink. Observed 1 dead roach in triple sink.
[53B-10-4] Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information.observed date of birth missing for Maria. Operator wrote during inspection.
[35A-02-7] Live, small flying insects found. Observed 10 live flies in dry food area, surrounding produce.
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout establishment.
[35A-05-4] Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on wall behind triple sink. Observed 1 live roach on cutting board on prep table in dry storage area.
[36-32-5] Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed holes and cracks in ceiling tiles.
[35A-04-4] Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed above triple sink 4 droppings and inside reach in freezer insulation, 3 droppings.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled shelves on dry food racks.

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