Miranda Taqueria

5323 W Tennessee St, Tallahassee, FL 32304

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Mar 31, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Miranda Taqueria six times, with records going back to 2022. Miranda Taqueria was last inspected on Mar 31, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

“Food manager certification expired” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Among Tallahassee restaurants, the typical score is 87; Miranda Taqueria is comfortably above that bar. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 31, 2026

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

Jun 20, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. David Tavera exp- 3-20-20. Took test failed, rescheduled test for July 2, 2025. **Repeat Violation**

53A-03-7

Apr 1, 2025

Routine - Food

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

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High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Chlorine sanitizer over 200 ppm. Inspector helped operator to correct solution to 100 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**

41-18-4

Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

53B-05-5

Intermediate - Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. Chorine sanitizer over 200 ppm. Inspector helped operator correct Chlorine sanitizer to 100 ppm.

16-33-4

Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Jose Tavera expired 3-2-25. He has set up appointment to take class/test on April 8th 2025. **Corrective Action Taken**

53A-03-7

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl stored in cheese in reach in cooler at make bar. Operator removed bowl and replaced with a spoon. **Corrected On-Site**

14-01-5

Apr 25, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Mar 1, 2023

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot water on unit. Operator returned on water heater, observed water temperature of 102F, **Corrected On-Site**

27-16-4

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.

11-27-4

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

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

Nov 2, 2022

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Miranda Taqueria last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Miranda Taqueria on file is from Mar 31, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Miranda Taqueria?

Across the inspection record, “food manager certification expired” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Miranda Taqueria.

How does Miranda Taqueria compare to other restaurants in Tallahassee?

Miranda Taqueria most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Tallahassee average of 87.

Has Miranda Taqueria's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Miranda Taqueria have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Miranda Taqueria 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 Miranda Taqueria inspected?

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

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