Pinch a Taco
Last inspected: Mar 18, 2026
86
Score
Pinch a Taco appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 18, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.
“Time/temperature control for safety food cold held” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
Compared to the broader Tampa restaurant scene, where the average is 79, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 18, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand washing. sink being used as storage. Operator removed items. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on prep tables and flip top unit.
14-09-4
86
Sep 30, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. No parasite destruction for tilapia be served raw. Tilapia used in ceviches. Fish must be cooked before serving.
01D-01-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Rice cooked and held longer then 24 hours has no date markings inside refrigerator.
02C-02-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sauces removed from original containers and placed in clear plastic bottles has no labeling of ingredients inside reach in cooler.
02D-01-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop sitting on floor by truck door.
42-01-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employees drink stored inside refrigerator by cashier station soda,coffee.
12B-13-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
64
Feb 26, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
90
Oct 30, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
64
Nov 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. tomatoes (51F - Cold Holding); lettuce (51F - Cold Holding); mozzarella cheese (51F - Cold Holding) Operator states he prepared all products in reach in cooler at 10am. Retempt at 10:40 and time/temperature control for food safety food has cooled to 48F. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
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. Operator provided with written procedures. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine.
16-32-5
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. Operator provided with form for employee signature. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Reach-in Freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-33-4
61
Jun 16, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jun 15, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on prep table. Operator eradicated, cleaned and sanitized surface. 1 live roach in paper wrap box 2 live roaches behind make table on floor 1 live roach behind roach in cooler on floor 1 live roach in cabinet under cook-line **Warning**
35A-05-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. observed make table ; sliced tomatoes (53F); diced tomatoes (48F) from overnight 10 hrs plus. Operator adjusted the temperature and discarded the diced and sliced tomatoes. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. observed various sauces in reach in cooler without date marks. Operator stated sauces were placed in containers more than 24 hrs ago. **Warning**
02C-01-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. observed make table ; sliced tomatoes (53F); diced tomatoes (48F) from overnight 10 hrs plus. Operator adjusted the temperature and discarded the diced and sliced tomatoes. **Warning**
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Mobile food dispensing vehicle disposing liquid waste improperly. Observed hose attached to drain opening and waste water draining on ground from hose. Operator disconnected hose and placed portable wastewater tank to catch waste water. **Warning**
28-09-5
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach in wrap box located on prep table 3 dead roaches under stove **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed debris on floor behind make table and beneath fryer. **Warning**
36-01-4
45
Mar 28, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Pinch a Taco last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Pinch a Taco on file is from Mar 18, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Pinch a Taco?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pinch a Taco.
How does Pinch a Taco compare to other restaurants in Tampa?
Pinch a Taco most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Tampa average of 79.
Has Pinch a Taco's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pinch a Taco have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Pinch a Taco 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 Pinch a Taco inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Pinch a Taco is inspected around three times per year on average.
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