Santisimo Taco
Last inspected: Apr 6, 2026
58
Score
Inspectors have visited Santisimo Taco four times, with records going back to 2025. The most recent report on file is from Apr 6, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near six violations each time.
When inspectors have written things up, “vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
Restaurants in Miami average 74, so Santisimo Taco trails the local norm. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 6, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed missing one vacuum breaker at the splitter of mop sink. Operator was able to connect a breaker before inspection was completed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
29-42-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked beans at 68F dated 04/05/26.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cooked beans at 68F dated 04/05/26. Beans did not cool down properly to 41°F within six hours.
03D-02-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle touching the rice inside the dry storage bin. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed for both handwashing sinks.
31B-04-4
58
Feb 12, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed mop sink splitter, to the right of the three compartment sink, without vacuum breaker. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: Observed mop sink splitter, to the right of the three compartment sink, without vacuum breaker **Time Extended**
29-42-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: Observed no CFM during call back while 4 employees were working. **Time Extended**
53A-05-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: No copy of latest inspection report available. **Time Extended**
51-18-6
74
Oct 27, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed mop sink splitter, to the right of the three compartment sink, without vacuum breaker. **Warning**
29-42-4
Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed staff not knowing the minimum concentration of quaternary solution at 3CS. Coached staff on correct procedure. **Warning**
53B-16-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Observed owner managing a team of four employees without a manager certification. **Warning**
53A-02-7
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Luz, Bruno, and Feliciano working for more than 60 days with no food handling training. **Warning**
53B-02-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in walk-in cooler, reach-in cooler across from cook line, and freezer across from cook line. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. **Warning**
51-18-6
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic water bottles stored on floor at kitchen entrance. Operator put away bottles of water in cooler **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed old license displayed behind register. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pots, pans, and cooking containers not inverted above and across three compartment sink. **Warning**
24-05-4
45
Apr 8, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Santisimo Taco last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Santisimo Taco on file is from Apr 6, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Santisimo Taco?
Across the inspection record, “vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Santisimo Taco.
How does Santisimo Taco compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Santisimo Taco most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Santisimo Taco's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Santisimo Taco have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Santisimo Taco means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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