Enrico's Taco

916 Patricia Ave Ste D, Dunedin, FL 34698

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Mar 27, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Enrico's Taco appears in inspection records seven times, starting in 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 27, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near three violations per visit.

“Ready-to-eat” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

The city-wide average sits at 75, which Enrico's Taco's 67 doesn't quite reach. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 27, 2026

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw beef in walk in freezer. Operator moved meats. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-20-5

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef next to cakes in freezer. Operator moved beef. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in the wall by entrance to kitchen.

36-24-5

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards grooved on cook line.

14-09-4

Feb 13, 2025

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 minor violation.

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Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Apr 23, 2024

Routine - Food

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

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High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Paper towels lining cut fresh vegetables. Paper towel removed from lining the pad. **Corrected On-Site**

14-86-1

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Teaspoon in hand wash sink of serving area. Spoon removed from hand wash sink. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Walk in cooler - rice, soup **Repeat Violation**

02C-02-5

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.

36-73-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wiping cloth stored on cook line damp not in sanitizer between uses. Discussed the importance of of storing wet wiping cloths in sanitizer solution between meals.

21-12-4

Sep 27, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

2 critical violations. 1 major violation.

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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Sep 14, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations.

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Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Feb 3, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked pork, pinto beans and chicken. Operator was able to determine the prep date and dated accordingly **Repeat Violation**

02C-02-5

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Damp wiping cloth left on cook line. Discussed the need to store the wiping cloths in sanitizer between uses

21-12-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles on cook line not labeled. Discussed the importance of labeling any food removed from its original container with common name.

02D-01-5

Aug 25, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Bleach stored next to clean dishes. Operator moved bleach to chemical shelf **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

Intermediate - Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Cooked bagged meat.

02C-04-5

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on prep table **Corrected On-Site**

40-06-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Enrico's Taco last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Enrico's Taco on file is from Mar 27, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Enrico's Taco?

Across the inspection record, “ready-to-eat” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Enrico's Taco.

How does Enrico's Taco compare to other restaurants in Dunedin?

Enrico's Taco most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Dunedin average of 75.

Has Enrico's Taco's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Enrico's Taco have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Enrico's 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 Enrico's Taco inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Enrico's Taco is inspected around two times per year on average.

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