Miami Taco

351 Ne 79 St Unit 101, Miami, FL 33138

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Mar 11, 2026

Score

High Risk

Across the available record, Miami Taco has four inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 11, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around six violations each.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated”, showing up two times.

Compared to other Miami restaurants (averaging 74), there's room to close the gap. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 11, 2026

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed barbacoa sauce and cooked rice dated 02-06-2026. Observed feta cheese and shredded mozzarella open date 02-26-26 inside reach in cooler.

01B-24-5

High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed barbacoa sauce and cooked rice dated 02-06-2026. Observed feta cheese and shredded mozzarella open date 02-26-26 inside reach in cooler.

02C-01-5

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored above an open bag of shredded mozzarella at reach in cooler. Employee removed. **Repeat Violation**

08A-05-6

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed green cutting boards at top of prep area soiled.

22-02-4

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean bowls container stored above service window not inverted.

24-05-4

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at reach in coolers.

05-09-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hoods soiled.

23-03-4

Jul 1, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 9 minor violations.

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over an open bag of shredded cheese. Employee relocated correctly. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed SS stored on MFDV floor.

25-05-4

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen chicken and raw steak thawing room temperature at three compartment sink. Employee stored at reach in cooler to thaw properly. **Corrected On-Site**

06-01-5

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottle of water and squeeze bottle of cooking oil at cook line not labeled.

02D-01-5

Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed scoop handle touching cooked rice at reach in cooler. Employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

10-06-5

Basic - Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.

50-03-4

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing a wrist watch.

13-07-4

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an open bottle of water stored at prep table. Employee discarded. **Corrected On-Site**

12B-07-4

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.

50-04-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled.

23-03-4

Dec 17, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations.

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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.

11-27-4

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.

11-07-5

Jul 3, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 minor violation.

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Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Miami Taco last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Miami Taco on file is from Mar 11, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Miami Taco?

Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Miami Taco.

How does Miami Taco compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Miami Taco most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.

Has Miami Taco's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Miami Taco have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Miami Taco 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 Miami Taco inspected?

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

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