Bartaco

3112 Commodore Plz, Miami, FL 33133

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Mar 31, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Across the available record, Bartaco has six inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 31, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around seven violations per visit versus roughly two violations earlier in the record.

When inspectors have written things up, “in-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

Restaurants in Miami average 74, so Bartaco trails the local norm. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Mar 31, 2026

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 6 minor violations.

View 8 violations

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed at front counter hand sink used as dump sink to store soiled utensils.

31A-11-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed none available at both front counter hand sinks. Operator provided. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

31B-02-4

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed for both tanks at first floor bar area.

51-11-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout kitchen area.

36-73-4

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed at cook line prep table between coolers. Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site**

10-17-4

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at front counter on hot box handle. **Repeat Violation**

10-20-4

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed at dry storage along stairs in a container of flour.

10-01-5

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at bar storage area standing beverage cooler.

29-49-6

Nov 4, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at front line hand sink. Operator provided. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed throughout kitchen at drain holes, water puddles.

36-22-4

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed stored on hot cabinet drawer handle at waiters station. Operator removed and stored into container. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

10-20-4

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at standing reach in freezer unit.

22-16-4

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in a container of corn. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

14-01-5

Jun 20, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.

View 7 violations

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed packages of raw chicken stored over packages of ground pork in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**

08A-20-5

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in a container of flour at cook line. Observed in a container of onions in rash in cooler at cook line. Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site**

14-01-5

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at kitchen back exit door.

35B-01-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of avocados stored on rear stairway floor steps.

08B-38-4

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed stored between hand sink and wall at cook line. Chef removed and placed to be washed. **Corrected On-Site**

10-17-4

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed stored on tortilla cruise heating box. Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

10-20-4

Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed at first floor bar. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**

21-38-4

Sep 3, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Jul 2, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Washing Fruits and Vegetables

FL-42

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Nov 6, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed several wet wiping on preparation tables.

21-12-4

Show all 6 inspections Show less

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Bartaco last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Bartaco on file is from Mar 31, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Bartaco?

Across the inspection record, “in-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Bartaco.

How does Bartaco compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Bartaco most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.

Has Bartaco's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Bartaco have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Bartaco 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 Bartaco inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Bartaco is inspected around three times per year on average.

Nearby Restaurants

Berries Coconut Grove

2884 Sw 27 Ave

Score: 33 — High Risk

Wendy's #09322

3600 S Dixie Hwy

Score: 100 — Low Risk

Park Grove Bistro

2821 South Bayshore Drive

Score: 100 — Low Risk

Explore More

→ All locations in Miami → Mexican / Latin restaurants in Florida → Mexican / Latin restaurants in Miami