Coyo Taco
Last inspected: Dec 17, 2025
55
Score
The health department has logged 10 inspections at Coyo Taco, the earliest from 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Dec 17, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around eight violations to closer to 20 violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “food stored on floor” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.
That's lower than the typical Miami restaurant, which scores around 74. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
10
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
9
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 17, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 9 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Mop sink with no vacuum breaker near women's restroom. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-09: Mop sink with no vacuum breaker near women's restroom. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: Mop sink with no vacuum breaker near women's restroom. **Time Extended**
29-42-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed the inside of the catchall of ice machine soiled in the dry storage room. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-09: Observed the inside of the catchall of ice machine soiled in the dry storage room. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: Observed the inside of the catchall of ice machine soiled in the dry storage room. **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tiles in the back prep area and also in the dry storage room. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-09: Observed missing ceiling tiles in the back prep area and also in the dry storage room. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: Observed missing ceiling tiles in the back prep area and also in the dry storage room. **Time Extended**
36-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed several ceiling tiles damage in the kitchen and back storage area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-09: Observed several ceiling tiles damage in the kitchen and back storage area. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: Observed several ceiling tiles damage in the kitchen and back storage area. **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed multiple food handlers wearing watches while handling food. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-09: Observed male food handlers wearing watches while handling food. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: Observed male food handlers wearing watches while handling food. **Time Extended**
13-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal food pans stored with wet nesting on shelves in the back area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-09: Observed metal food pans stored with wet nesting on shelves in the back area. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: Observed metal food pans stored with wet nesting on shelves in the back area. **Time Extended**
24-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed 4 plastic containers in disrepair with cracks and holes on the shelves in the back storage area. Observed in disrepair the door gasket of the reach in cooler across of 3 CS and across of stove at cook line, and table leg of prep table in back area in disrepair. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-09: Observed in disrepair the door gasket of the reach in cooler across of 3 CS and across of stove at cook line, and table leg of prep table in back area in disrepair. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: Observed in disrepair the door gasket of the reach in cooler across of 3 CS and across of stove at cook line, and table leg of prep table in back area in disrepair. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the door gaskets soiled on multiple reach in coolers. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-09: Observed the door gaskets soiled on multiple reach in coolers. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: Observed the door gaskets soiled on multiple reach in coolers. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on clean plastic food containers stored on shelf above 3CS. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-09: Observed old labels on clean plastic food containers stored on shelf above 3CS. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: Observed old labels on clean plastic food containers stored on shelf in back area **Time Extended**
16-46-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed several soiled wiping cloths stored on prep tables and counter in the kitchen and prep area. Explained to chef proper procedure. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-09: Observed several soiled wiping cloths stored on prep tables and counter in the kitchen and prep area. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: Observed several soiled wiping cloths stored on prep tables and counter in the kitchen and prep area. **Time Extended**
21-10-4
55
Dec 9, 2025
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 12 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observe raw chicken stored above raw beef in the walk in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-09: Observe raw chicken stored above raw beef in the walk in cooler. **Time Extended**
08A-20-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked black beans (60F - Cooling), raw beef (50F - Cooling); marinated pork (51F - Cold Holding); Biria (50F - Cold Holding); per chef, it was prepared yesterday. Also observed mixed cheese (57F - Cold Holding) in the cold holding unit under the stove. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-09: Observed Birria (49F - Cold Holding) - A stop sale was issued for Birria. **Admin Complaint** **Corrective Action Taken**
01B-02-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pork (51F - Cold Holding); Biria (50F - Cold Holding). Also observed mixed cheese (57F - Cold Holding) in the cold holding unit under the stove. A stop sale was issued. As per chef more than 4 hours. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-09: Observed pork (43F - Cold Holding); Birria (49F - Cold Holding) Also observed mixed cheese (42F - Cold Holding)- A stop sale was issued for Birria. As per GM, birria cooked the night before. **Admin Complaint** **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Mop sink with no vacuum breaker near women's restroom. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-09: Mop sink with no vacuum breaker near women's restroom. **Time Extended**
29-42-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwash sink blocked by a trolley near the 3CS. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-09: Observed handwash sink blocked by a trolley near the 3CS. Trolley was removed during visit. **Time Extended** **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed several ceiling tiles damage in the kitchen and back storage area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-09: Observed several ceiling tiles damage in the kitchen and back storage area. **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed the inside of the catchall of ice machine soiled in the dry storage room. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-09: Observed the inside of the catchall of ice machine soiled in the dry storage room. **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tiles in the back prep area and also in the dry storage room. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-09: Observed missing ceiling tiles in the back prep area and also in the dry storage room. **Time Extended**
36-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed male employee drinking water from an open bottle (plastic cup) in the kitchen area. Observed open water container at the stove where tortillas being cooked. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-09: Observed male employee drinking water from an open bottle (plastic cup) in the kitchen area. **Time Extended**
12B-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed multiple food handlers wearing watches while handling food. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-09: Observed male food handlers wearing watches while handling food. **Time Extended**
13-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal food pans stored with wet nesting on shelves in the back area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-09: Observed metal food pans stored with wet nesting on shelves in the back area. **Time Extended**
24-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed 4 plastic containers in disrepair with cracks and holes on the shelves in the back storage area. Observed in disrepair the door gasket of the reach in cooler across of 3 CS and across of stove at cook line, and table leg of prep table in back area in disrepair. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-09: Observed in disrepair the door gasket of the reach in cooler across of 3 CS and across of stove at cook line, and table leg of prep table in back area in disrepair. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel used under cutting boards in the kitchen area and in the prep areas. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-09: Observed towel used under cutting boards in the kitchen area and in the prep areas. **Time Extended**
21-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the door gaskets soiled on multiple reach in coolers. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-09: Observed the door gaskets soiled on multiple reach in coolers. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on clean plastic food containers stored on shelf above 3CS. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-09: Observed old labels on clean plastic food containers stored on shelf above 3CS. **Time Extended**
16-46-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed several soiled wiping cloths stored on prep tables and counter in the kitchen and prep area. Explained to chef proper procedure. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-09: Observed several soiled wiping cloths stored on prep tables and counter in the kitchen and prep area. **Time Extended**
21-10-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed a large bin of tortilla chips uncovered and exposed on the side of the counter near public entrance/exit in second front counter. Per chef, packaging of the chips in the area. Explained to chef, too exposed to the public. Chef discarded chips. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-09: Observed a large bin of tortilla chips uncovered and exposed on the side of the counter near public entrance/exit in second front counter. **Time Extended**
08B-12-5
27
Dec 8, 2025
Complaint Full
7 critical violations. 3 major violations. 23 minor violations.
View 33 violations
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cooked black beans (60F - Cooling). As per staff, prepared the day before. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03D-02-5
High Priority - Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed male waiter take his glasses off and proceeded to handle food without washing hands or changing gloves. Coached chef on correct procedure. **Warning**
12A-10-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observe raw chicken stored above raw beef in the walk in cooler. **Warning**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked black beans (60F - Cooling), raw beef (50F - Cooling); marinated pork (51F - Cold Holding); Biria (50F - Cold Holding); per chef, it was prepared yesterday. Also observed mixed cheese (57F - Cold Holding) in the cold holding unit under the stove. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pork (51F - Cold Holding); Biria (50F - Cold Holding). Also observed mixed cheese (57F - Cold Holding) in the cold holding unit under the stove. A stop sale was issued. As per chef more than 4 hours. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed raw beef (50F - Cooling). As per staff, prepared the day before. **Warning**
03D-06-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Mop sink with no vacuum breaker near women's restroom. **Warning**
29-42-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled the soda nozzles and ice chute along with back splash plate at soda machine. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwash sink blocked by a trolley near the 3CS. **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed ice in the sink basin of handwash sink near cook line. Chef coached employees on the spot. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed the inside of the catchall of ice machine soiled in the dry storage room. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a bowl with no handle being used to scoop sugar in dry storage area room. **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tiles in the back prep area and also in the dry storage room. **Warning**
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed several ceiling tiles damage in the kitchen and back storage area. **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee water bottles on prep table, on the prep tables across of stove, and on prep table in the back prep area. **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed male employee drinking water from an open bottle (plastic cup) in the kitchen area. Observed open water container at the stove where tortillas being cooked. **Warning**
12B-02-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an open personal water bottle stored next to juice machines. Also observed a backpack stored on a shelf of prep table at the cook line. Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed multiple food handlers wearing watches while handling food. **Warning**
13-07-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed male chef with no hair restraint while cooking at the cook line. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal food pans stored with wet nesting on shelves in the back area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed 4 plastic containers in disrepair with cracks and holes on the shelves in the back storage area. Observed in disrepair the door gasket of the reach in cooler across of 3 CS and across of stove at cook line, and table leg of prep table in back area in disrepair. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on the floor at the 3CS. **Warning**
36-22-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of tortilla wraps stored on the floor in the back area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed handle touching the brown rice inside rice container in prep area across of 3CS. **Warning**
10-06-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil in dirty standing water at the baine marine. **Warning**
10-07-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel used under cutting boards in the kitchen area and in the prep areas. **Warning**
21-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the door gaskets soiled on multiple reach in coolers. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on clean plastic food containers stored on shelf above 3CS. **Warning**
16-46-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed boxes of SS used items stored on the floor in dry storage room of back area. **Warning**
25-05-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed several soiled wiping cloths stored on prep tables and counter in the kitchen and prep area. Explained to chef proper procedure. **Warning**
21-10-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed slow draining of water at the handwash sink near 3CS. **Warning**
29-20-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed a large bin of tortilla chips uncovered and exposed on the side of the counter near public entrance/exit in second front counter. Per chef, packaging of the chips in the area. Explained to chef, too exposed to the public. Chef discarded chips. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up in the reach in freezer at the front area near soda machine. **Warning**
14-69-4
8
Nov 4, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed COOKED RICE (49F - Cooling); BEANS (46F - Cooling) at walk in cooler, as per employee made two days prior.
03D-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed COOKED RICE (49F - Cooling); BEANS (46F - Cooling) at walk in cooler, as per employee made two days prior.
01B-13-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal containers on drying shelf, wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a plastic container of cooked pepper stored on floor of walk in cooler, employee placed on shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soda machine soiled with debris at dining area.
23-03-4
64
Mar 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
11-27-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed boxes raw Food on hallway kitchen entrance.
08B-38-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Most kitchen coolers.
22-16-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
21-10-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
21-09-4
70
Jul 17, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
27
Apr 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 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. Cooked rice at 102 in steam table. Management reheated rice to over 165 f **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
36-34-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
70
Feb 8, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Employee used tobacco, ate, or drank then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee on front counter not wash hands and change gloves after eating on front counter. Employee started food prepping again. Immediately discussed with employee and they changed gloves and washed hands. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-05-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken stored next too unwashed jalapeños. Person in charge moved jalapeños away from chicken. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. Observed no sneeze guard on self service salas station. Discussed with person in charge. Person in charge had employees add lids to each salsa. **Corrective Action Taken**
08B-01-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shrimp (127F - Hot Holding) above flat top. Person in charge placed on flat top to reheat to 165F **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided written procedures and discussed with person in charge. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing station on cook line blocked by trash can. Person in charge moved trash can.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - 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 person in charge food manager certification expired. No other certified food manager present with 5+ food employees. Person in charge has class scheduled class on 21st of this month. **Corrective Action Taken**
53A-05-6
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed one employee eating in front of main make line coolers. Discussed with employee and they went into lobby to finish eating. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-02-4
Basic - Employee eating while preparing food. Observed one employee eating while prepping food on front counter. Immediately discussed with employee and they threw food away. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-01-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed large metal spatula used to stir cooking rice left in 74F water. Person in charge removed from water and placed in dish washing area. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-07-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on clean stacked food containers. Discussed with person in charge.
16-46-4
33
Jan 3, 2023
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
35
Aug 8, 2022
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
29-37-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed interior of ice machine soiled. Observed cutting board soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink in back kitchen blocked by soiled food containers.
31A-09-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed Reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
36-34-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
12B-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed containers of cooked beef stored on floor in walk in cooler.
08B-38-4
Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
14-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan cover at reach in cooler soiled. Observed reach in cooler shelves soiled. Observed fan cover of walk in cooler soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
29-49-6
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
36-27-5
45
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Coyo Taco last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Coyo Taco on file is from Dec 17, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Coyo Taco?
Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Coyo Taco.
How does Coyo Taco compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Coyo Taco most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Coyo Taco's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Coyo Taco have averaged around 20 violations per visit, up from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Coyo Taco 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 Coyo Taco inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Coyo Taco is inspected around three times per year on average.
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