Emiliano La Taqueria
Last inspected: Mar 24, 2026
43
Score
Public records show five inspections at Emiliano La Taqueria stretching back to 2022. Emiliano La Taqueria was last inspected on Mar 24, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around eight violations to closer to 11 violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “no paper towels” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.
Restaurants in Miami average 74, so Emiliano La Taqueria trails the local norm. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
4
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 24, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef patties stored over empanada dough. Operator rearranged. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at cook line. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at cook line. Operator provided. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed frozen self serve corn empanadas, ham and cheese empanadas without date marked. Operator started to date mark. **Corrective Action Taken**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the detergent and/or the sanitizer. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator set up the triple sink, Triple Sink (Chlorine 100ppm). **Corrected On-Site**
16-59-1
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Operator closed lid. **Corrected On-Site**
33-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed togo containers not inverted at cook line. Operator inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee at cook line engaging in food preparation without hair restraint. Observed employee at prep area engaging in food preparation without hair restraint
13-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil on floor at storage area. Observed plastic water bottles stored on floor at front counter. Operator placed items at 6 inches from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed at back kitchen and storage area.
38-07-4
43
Oct 10, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 13 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
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a sponge stored inside hand sink by ware washing area.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Lack of toilet tissue at each toilet. Observed in one bathroom.
32-11-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no sign at hand sink by coffee station.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled by cook line.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler by front counter.
14-33-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored inside bucket by AC room.
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt containers and cooking oil squeeze bottle not labeled at cook line.
02D-01-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vents soiled by ware washing area.
36-34-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Repeat Violation**
32-12-6
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed light shield missing by back kitchen near ware washing area.
38-01-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
45
Mar 10, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
78
Apr 29, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 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
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator provided. Kitchen. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Bathroom.
31B-04-4
78
Dec 20, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-20: Observed proof of training date for 12/28/22. **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-20: Observed proof of training date for 12/28/22. **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Emiliano La Taqueria last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Emiliano La Taqueria on file is from Mar 24, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Emiliano La Taqueria?
Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Emiliano La Taqueria.
How does Emiliano La Taqueria compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Emiliano La Taqueria most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Emiliano La Taqueria's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Emiliano La Taqueria have averaged around 11 violations per visit, up from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Emiliano La Taqueria means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Emiliano La Taqueria inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Emiliano La Taqueria is inspected around two times per year on average.
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