Autentica Taqueria
Last inspected: Jan 26, 2026
64
Score
Autentica Taqueria appears in inspection records 10 times, starting in 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 26, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around two violations to closer to eight violations.
“Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
By comparison, the average Miami facility scores 74, putting Autentica Taqueria on the weaker side. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
10
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 26, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. Observed corn (119F - Reheating); refried beans (122F - Reheating) I side steam table, as per operator for less than two hours. Operator placed on stove for proper reheat. Retest corn (169F - Reheating); refried beans (166F - Reheating) **Corrected On-Site**
03E-02-5
Intermediate - Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the detergent and/or the sanitizer. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Mechanic arrived during inspection, retest Dishwasher (Chlorine 50ppm). **Corrected On-Site**
16-59-1
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed lemon manual press stored inside hand sink at prep area. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed inside rice and sugar container at prep area. Operator removed the bowls. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
64
Sep 29, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on top of stove according to cook prepared 3 hours ago cooked chicken (90F - Hot Holding) Operator put cooked chicken on stove to reheat. Second temperature 20 minutes after cooked chicken (188F - Reheating ) **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed container with tamarindo juice prepared 09/19/2025. Operator discarded product. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles with water stains.
36-34-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets in reach in cooler at kitchen dusty ceiling. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed cooked shredded Cornish hens thawing on standing water. Top of prep table at kitchen.
06-01-5
64
Mar 25, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 12 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed lettuce stored inside hand sink in kitchen area
31A-11-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed ice bucket stored not inverted on ice machine
24-05-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board with crack next to steam table
14-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee coffee on prep table ext to steam table.
12B-07-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on clean containers on shelf in dish area
16-46-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to go containers stored not inverted on shelf in kitchen
25-06-4
Basic - Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. Observed bucket of roasted peppers and tomatoes stored uncovered next to hand sink in kitchen area exposed to splash.
08B-54-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored on prep table next to steam table
21-12-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cellphone stored on top of blender in kitchen area
40-06-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup no handle stored inside container of cheese in reach in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard lining inside of reach in freezer
14-05-4
Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored below soap or paper towel dispenser exposing the items to drips from people's hands. Observed clean salsa bowls stored under paper towel dispenser at hand sink in kitchen area
24-28-4
50
Nov 7, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
78
Apr 12, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw shell eggs stored above sour cream located in the standing reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-02-6
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed for the guacamole stored by the hand wash sink,kitchen. **Warning**
08B-36-4
74
Jul 28, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach in cooler #2:; yellow rice ,as per operator from yesterday (61F - Cold Holding)
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed marinated chicken stored above marinated beef located in the standing reach in freezer #2. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-17-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Reach in cooler #2:; yellow rice ,as per operator from yesterday (61F - Cold Holding)
01B-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed for the womens bathroom.
32-04-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed small plastic bowl used to dispense sauce,prep unit. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door.
35B-01-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed temperature at 121F, operator adjusted temperature on flat top grill to maintain 170F **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
50
Apr 27, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 6, 2022
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
61
Sep 21, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Autentica Taqueria last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Autentica Taqueria on file is from Jan 26, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Autentica Taqueria?
Across the inspection record, “bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Autentica Taqueria.
How does Autentica Taqueria compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Autentica Taqueria most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Autentica Taqueria's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Autentica Taqueria have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Autentica Taqueria means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Autentica Taqueria inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Autentica Taqueria is inspected around three times per year on average.
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