La Hacienda Tacos & Beer
Last inspected: Feb 11, 2026
74
Score
Going back to 2022, La Hacienda Tacos & Beer has 10 inspections in the public record. La Hacienda Tacos & Beer was last inspected on Feb 11, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.
When inspectors have written things up, “equipment in poor repair” has been the most frequent reason, cited five times.
That's lower than the typical Port St. Lucie restaurant, which scores around 81. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
10
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 11, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
74
Aug 13, 2025
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
78
Feb 21, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
74
Sep 4, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Multiple single service items are stored in the case on floor. Make sure all food containers are stored 6 inches off floor. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-04: **Time Extended**
25-05-4
95
Aug 30, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pork 71f cold holding , chicken 58f cold holding , lettuce 58f cold holding , tomatoes 55f cold holding , cheese 64f cold holding , raw beef 58f cold holding , pork 46f cold holding , advised to rapid chill manager states foods have been in cooler less that 1.5 hours **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. chicken 100f hot holding advised to reheat, 2nd temperature 178f reheating **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
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/ 4 employees working at time of inspection
53A-05-6
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. In restroom ceiling shows signs of damage.
36-32-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Front cooler by register, sandwich make table by cooks line. Both coolers reading in the higher 50f, manager states food was placed there with in the last 1 1/2 hours. Advised to place in freezer an other coolers to rapid chill. Do not store any potentially hazardous foods in these coolers until temperatures have reached 41f or below. Make sure all foods maintain temperatures of 41f or below **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Containers of juice on floor under bar area
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Multiple single service items are stored in the case on floor. Make sure all food containers are stored 6 inches off floor.
25-05-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed produce over washed produce.
08B-17-4
50
Apr 15, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over rice in reach in cooler **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.spoon stored in sink **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
78
Dec 5, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken and raw beef over cooked beef and sauces **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Beef shredded 47f cold holding , advised to rapid chill
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple items in reach in coolers
02C-02-5
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. In dining area next to bar
36-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. White reach in freezer in hall by restroom area hinges are broken
14-11-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In kitchen area by table with microwave
36-17-5
58
Jun 12, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Stand up freezer gasket broken, reach in freezer door not attached - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-29: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-12: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hoods - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-29: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-12: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
90
Mar 28, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken 70f hot holding , beans 80f hot holding , beef 83f hot holding , food has been there less than 2 hours advised to rapid heat to 165 and hold at or above 135f Employee chose to place in cooler to cool down. **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle stored near bag in a box **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
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.
11-26-1
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. Printed **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
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/
53A-05-6
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
12B-07-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Stand up freezer gasket broken, reach in freezer door not attached
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Bulk onions **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hoods
23-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Back door
35B-03-4
35
Oct 28, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some 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 2022-10-28: **Time Extended**
53B-13-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-28: **Time Extended**
51-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-28: **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. White chest freezer lid broken 2, gaskets torn in upright freezer - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-28: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-28: **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Juices, instant tea on floor - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-28: **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was La Hacienda Tacos & Beer last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at La Hacienda Tacos & Beer on file is from Feb 11, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at La Hacienda Tacos & Beer?
Across the inspection record, “equipment in poor repair” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at La Hacienda Tacos & Beer.
How does La Hacienda Tacos & Beer compare to other restaurants in Port St. Lucie?
La Hacienda Tacos & Beer most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Port St. Lucie average of 81.
Has La Hacienda Tacos & Beer's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Hacienda Tacos & Beer have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at La Hacienda Tacos & Beer 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 La Hacienda Tacos & Beer inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, La Hacienda Tacos & Beer is inspected around three times per year on average.
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