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Mixed Health Record
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TACO RICO in HOMESTEAD currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 80 out of 100 — a C grade — a noticeable pattern of violations across recent inspections. This restaurant has one inspection on record from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on August 13, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 12 total violations — 2 critical, 4 major, 6 minor.
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The latest inspection on August 13, 2026 shows 12 observation rows: 2 critical, 4 major, and 6 minor.
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Inspection History
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- Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action
- [41-17-4] Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed bottle with table cleaner at service window without label. Operator labeled bottle.
- [31B-02-4] No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at washing area.
- [03E-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. Observed inside steam table Refried beans (118F - Hot Holding). As per operator for approximately 1 hr. Operator placed on stove to reheat.
- [36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents heavily soiled over kitchen area.
- [53A-05-6] 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 food employees without manager present. Manager arrived during inspection.
- [10-07-4] In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed 4 containers with utensils in standing water 88-93F under steam table.
- [14-17-4] Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
- [31A-11-4] Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sanitizer bucket stored inside hand sink at washing area. Operator removed.
- [41-27-4] Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed inside hand sink at washing area Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200+ppm). Operator discarded solution.
- [42-01-4] Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
- [22-08-4] Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled. Operator cleaned.
- [35B-01-4] Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
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