Los Tacos Del Chef Pancho
Last inspected: Feb 23, 2026
27
Score
The health department has logged eight inspections at Los Tacos Del Chef Pancho, the earliest from 2022. The most recent visit was on Feb 23, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around nine violations per visit versus roughly four violations earlier in the record.
Across the inspection history, “wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
Restaurants in Miami Gardens average 80, so Los Tacos Del Chef Pancho trails the local norm. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
8
Inspections
2
Critical latest
6
Major latest
8
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 23, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken (111F - Hot Holding), for less than 4 hours as per operator, operator reheated at 165°F. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Paper towel was provided at the time of the inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Soap was provided at the time of the inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with windex with no label.
41-17-4
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. Yaime, Melani.
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed raw chicken in metal container in hand sink, operator removed it.
31A-11-4
Basic - Employee chewing gum while preparing food or while in a food prep/food storage/warewashing area.
12B-09-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on preparation table. Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Filter soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
21-09-4
27
Jul 30, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine test kit.
16-37-1
Basic - Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance.
32-02-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
36-73-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. By three compartment sink and back door.
36-24-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Filter soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
21-09-4
61
Feb 28, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
67
Nov 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
47
May 30, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine test kit.
16-37-1
90
May 29, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-29: Still obsessed **Time Extended**
32-12-5
95
Jan 24, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Manager Peter Garcia. **Warning**
53A-01-7
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. Employee Elvin de la Rosa. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Warning**
32-12-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning**
42-01-4
67
Nov 8, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 9 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 19 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over soup inside reach in cooler, operator properly stored it. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Warning**
29-42-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. On hand wash sink located at the bar station. **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water at 84°F, water was running for around 3 minutes. **Warning**
27-16-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed clean Utensils, apron inside hand wash sink, operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Provided the big 6 poster to operator. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-07-5
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Manager name Nervisa. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine test kit. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed hot water at 83°F, water was running for around 3 minutes. **Warning**
27-06-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning**
05-08-4
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. Employee name Ana, Orelys. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean pots on the kitchen floor. **Warning**
24-07-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed 2 single cutting board unit with cut marks. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed employee washed dishes without sanitation solutions. Operator properly set up the three compartment sink with chlorine sanitation solutions at 50 ppm. **Warning**
16-13-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Warning**
21-04-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old label on clean plastic container. **Warning**
16-46-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Los Tacos Del Chef Pancho last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Los Tacos Del Chef Pancho on file is from Feb 23, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Los Tacos Del Chef Pancho?
Across the inspection record, “wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Los Tacos Del Chef Pancho.
How does Los Tacos Del Chef Pancho compare to other restaurants in Miami Gardens?
Los Tacos Del Chef Pancho most recently scored 27 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami Gardens average of 80.
Has Los Tacos Del Chef Pancho's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Los Tacos Del Chef Pancho have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Los Tacos Del Chef Pancho 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 Los Tacos Del Chef Pancho inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Los Tacos Del Chef Pancho is inspected around two times per year on average.
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