THE NEWS CAFE AT OH MEXICO TACO SHOP

Name: THE NEWS CAFE AT OH MEXICO TACO SHOP
Address: 800 OCEAN DR, MIAMI BEACH, FL, 33139, US
Rating: 32.2

800 OCEAN DR, MIAMI BEACH, FL 33139

License #2320493

🌮 Mexican/Latin ℹ️

32.2 Grade F / 100

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October 9, 2026 · 5 findings · 3 critical

Routine - Food

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THE NEWS CAFE AT OH MEXICO TACO SHOP in MIAMI BEACH currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 32.2 out of 100 — an F grade — a serious pattern of repeat or critical violations. This restaurant has been inspected 12 times from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on October 9, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 73 total violations — 12 critical, 19 major, 42 minor.

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Disposition: Warning Issued
[16-55-4] Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Observed at warewashing areas GlasswareDishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm);; Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm);
[02C-01-5] Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observe in walk-in cooler Orezona sauce made onsite date marked 09-30-26 held more than seven days.
[01B-13-4] Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed in walk-in cooler Orezona sauce made onsite date marked 09-30-26 held more than seven days.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cream cheese (50F - Cold Holding) at cook line flip top, as per employee less than four hours, placed item in freezer for rapid cooling.
[14-11-5] Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket at grill reach in cooler torn.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[22-12-5] Metal stem-type thermometer soiled.
[03A-03-5] Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed at cook line, as per chef for less than 4 hours prior.
[24-05-4] Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed by dishwasher shelf.
[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 walk in cooler in disrepair out of temperature.
[36-73-4] Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout kitchen.
[36-17-5] Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in disrepair by cook line area.
[14-69-4] Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at reach in freezer next to cook line.
[21-12-4] Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
[01B-02-5] Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pork sausage (46F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (48F - Cold Holding); salmon (49F - Cold Holding); pork (52F - Cold Holding); shrimp (48F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (54F - Cold Holding) inside WIC, as per chef for more than 4 hours prior.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pork sausage (46F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (48F - Cold Holding); salmon (49F - Cold Holding); pork (52F - Cold Holding); shrimp (48F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (54F - Cold Holding) inside WIC, as per chef for more than 4 hours prior.
[03B-01-6] Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter (84F - Hot Holding) at cook line, as per chef for less than 4 hours.
[01C-03-4] Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
[16-37-1] No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
[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/
[51-16-7] No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment with no plans review submitted to Tallahassee.
[02A-01-5] Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed no consumer advisory for oysters, provided to manager and posted at dining area.