TACO RICO

Name: TACO RICO
Address: 895 NE 43 AVE, HOMESTEAD, FL, 33033, US
Rating: 82

895 NE 43 AVE, HOMESTEAD, FL 33033

License #2338056

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82 Grade C / 100

Mixed Health Record

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Latest inspection

August 13, 2026 · 12 findings · 1 critical

Routine - Food

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TACO RICO in HOMESTEAD currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 82 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, DBPR recorded 12 total findings; InspectFL has detailed violation rows for 10 of them so far.

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The latest inspection on August 13, 2026 shows 10 observation rows: 1 critical, 3 major, and 6 minor.

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Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action
[35B-01-4] Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
[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.
[42-01-4] Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
[41-17-4] Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed bottle with table cleaner at service window without label. Operator labeled bottle.
[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.
[22-08-4] Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled. Operator cleaned.
[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.
[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.
[31B-02-4] No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at washing area.

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