Los Jalapenos Taqueria Coral Way
Last inspected: Dec 4, 2025
82
Score
The health department has logged five inspections at Los Jalapenos Taqueria Coral Way, the earliest from 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Dec 4, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around two violations lately and about four violations before that.
Across the inspection history, “no heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
The city-wide average for Miami sits at 74, putting Los Jalapenos Taqueria Coral Way on the better side of that line. The record reflects steady performance over time.
5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 4, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw steak stored on top of cooked steak.
08A-05-6
Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. Observed Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches. **Repeat Violation**
50-04-4
82
Aug 16, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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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. Observed cook Angel hired more than 69 days no employee training. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed chlorine solution at 10ppm. Employee replenished solution with chlorine. Final reading, 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-07-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. **Warning**
50-04-4
78
Jan 22, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked beef (57F - Cold Holding); cooked corn (48F - Cold Holding); raw cut beef (56F - Cold Holding); raw cut chicken (56F - Cold Holding) at 2 door reach in cooler near entrance door. As per operator, since the previous day. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-22: Observed cheese 43F shredded cheese 45F French fries 37F all cold holding at reach in cooler. As per operator since the previous day. Operating began removing TCS products from unit. **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked beef (57F - Cold Holding); cooked corn (48F - Cold Holding); raw cut beef (56F - Cold Holding); raw cut chicken (56F - Cold Holding) at 2 door reach in cooler near entrance door. As per operator, since the previous day. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-22: Observed cheese 43F shredded cheese 45F French fries 37F all cold holding at reach in cooler. As per operator since the previous day. **Time Extended**
01B-02-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade hose conveying potable water. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-22: Nonfood-grade hose conveying potable water. **Time Extended**
29-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-22: No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Printed and provided poster to operator. **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken**
51-13-4
61
Jan 19, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Food/ice received from unapproved source/no invoice provided to verify source. See Stop Sale. Observed 9 containers of flan at reach in cooler. Operator unable to provide invoice. **Warning**
01B-04-5
High Priority - Nonfood-grade hose conveying potable water. **Warning**
29-04-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked beef (57F - Cold Holding); cooked corn (48F - Cold Holding); raw cut beef (56F - Cold Holding); raw cut chicken (56F - Cold Holding) at 2 door reach in cooler near entrance door. As per operator, since the previous day. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked beef (57F - Cold Holding); cooked corn (48F - Cold Holding); raw cut beef (56F - Cold Holding); raw cut chicken (56F - Cold Holding) at 2 door reach in cooler near entrance door. As per operator, since the previous day. **Warning**
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Sink compartments of three-compartment sink too small to accommodate utensils or equipment. Observed cooking pot too large to wash, rinse and sanitize inside 3 compartment sink. **Warning**
16-08-4
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. **Warning**
11-27-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup stored inside container of cheese inside preparation cooler. **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Warning**
51-13-4
41
Jan 4, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
33
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Los Jalapenos Taqueria Coral Way last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Los Jalapenos Taqueria Coral Way on file is from Dec 4, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Los Jalapenos Taqueria Coral Way?
Across the inspection record, “no heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Los Jalapenos Taqueria Coral Way.
How does Los Jalapenos Taqueria Coral Way compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Los Jalapenos Taqueria Coral Way most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.
Has Los Jalapenos Taqueria Coral Way's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Los Jalapenos Taqueria Coral Way have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Los Jalapenos Taqueria Coral Way means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Los Jalapenos Taqueria Coral Way inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Los Jalapenos Taqueria Coral Way is inspected around two times per year on average.
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