Romi's Tacos
Last inspected: Sep 16, 2024
45
Score
The health department has logged six inspections at Romi's Tacos, the earliest from 2022. The most recent visit was on Sep 16, 2024. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near eight violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “hole in or other damage to wall” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.
The city-wide average sits at 82, which Romi's Tacos' 45 doesn't quite reach. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
6
Inspections
2
Critical latest
2
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 16, 2024
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Establishment operating with changed menu and/or increased seating without septic system approval for such change. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-16: No septic system approval for seating change **Admin Complaint**
28-12-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee washing containers in 1 compartment at three compartment sink and did not sanitize **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-16: Observed employee washing dishes in 3 compartment sink not set up properly. **Time Extended**
22-45-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment removed wait station with hand sink,and restroom. Extended bar added drink station with ice well, and ice machine. Increased seating with no seating change evaluation form from proviso 1 in approved plans from 2018. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-16: No plans submitted as of 09/16/24 **Admin Complaint**
51-16-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-16: No training certificates available **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gaskets in reach in cooler and freezer **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-16: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Establishment went from 29 seats to 66 **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-16: Seating change evaluation form not submitted. **Admin Complaint**
51-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light not functioning. Several lights out in dry storage room **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-16: **Time Extended**
36-62-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At bar hand sink **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-16: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Observed unlocked reach in cooler in dining area with sauces and produce **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-16: **Time Extended**
08B-63-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured in dry storage **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-16: **Time Extended**
51-11-4
45
Mar 6, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
64
Sep 28, 2023
Routine - Food
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In sugar container
14-01-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Behind white freezer
36-24-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
10-08-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar
02D-01-5
70
Jan 12, 2023
Complaint Full
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
47
Oct 31, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw beef stored in non food grade bags in reachin cooler on cookline
14-31-5
High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employee add taco toppings to 6 tacos with bare hand
09-01-4
High Priority - Food contaminated by employees/consumers and operator continued to serve food. See stop sale. Observed employee add taco toppings to 6 tacos with bare hand
01B-12-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed missing at hand sink
31B-02-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed 5 CO2 tanks not secured in dry storage area **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on prep table on cookline
12B-07-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed bags or chilis stored on floor in dry storage room
08B-47-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall at soda bib station in kitchen
36-24-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed missing at hand sink in bar area
31B-04-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with old food build up throughout kitchen
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed 2 mops not inverted at mop sink
42-01-4
41
Aug 22, 2022
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 2 live roaches on paper towel holder Observed approximately 4 live roaches on shelves along wall above 3-compartment sink **Warning**
35A-05-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shelled eggs stored over ready to eat chicken in reachin cooler Corrected- observed employee place on bottom shelf **Warning**
08A-05-6
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed red CO2 tank not secured to soda bib station in kitchen **Warning**
51-11-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold inside ice machine **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 6 dead roaches on wall above 3-compartment sink Observed 1 dead roach on gasket of reachin freezer on cookline across from stove top **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on microwave on cookline **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket torn on reachin freezer on cookline **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed stored on oven handles on cookline **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surfaces not designed and constructed to allow easy cleaning and maintenance. Observed storage shelf make of exposed Wood , used for storing Togo cups **Warning**
14-52-4
52
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Romi's Tacos last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Romi's Tacos on file is from Sep 16, 2024. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Romi's Tacos?
Across the inspection record, “hole in or other damage to wall” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Romi's Tacos.
How does Romi's Tacos compare to other restaurants in Brandon?
Romi's Tacos most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Brandon average of 82.
Has Romi's Tacos' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Romi's Tacos have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Romi's Tacos 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 Romi's Tacos inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Romi's Tacos is inspected around three times per year on average.
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