Los Tacos Mariachis

4601 N Lois Ave, Tampa, FL 33614
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Sep 7, 2022
41
Score
High Risk

With just one inspection in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. Inspectors last stopped by on Sep 7, 2022. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well. The file hasn't been updated since Sep 7, 2022, so take the current picture with that in mind.

Restaurants in Tampa average 79, so Los Tacos Mariachis trails the local norm.

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Inspections
1
Critical latest
3
Major latest
9
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 7, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 live fly on steam table. 1 live fly on crockpot.
35A-02-6
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Sour cream not date marked. Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Grilled onions not date marked.
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Sanitizer bucket in handwash sink. Operator removed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels.
31B-05-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Back door, side door and service window open during inspection.
35B-05-4
Basic - Potable water in tank is dirty and solution not maintained clean.
16-05-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on reach in cooler.
14-09-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Stored on counter near single service items.
21-12-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Sanitizer bucket on floor next to reach in cooler.
21-38-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Togo containers not 6 inches off of floor.
25-05-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drinks on counter next to gloves and over food items. Operator removed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Bulk cooking oil stored on floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hoods above fryers.
23-03-4
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Los Tacos Mariachis last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Los Tacos Mariachis on file is from Sep 7, 2022. The public record contains one inspection in total.

How does Los Tacos Mariachis compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Los Tacos Mariachis most recently scored 41 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Los Tacos Mariachis 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.