Senor Taco

3174 S Atlantic Ave Suite-A, Daytona Beach Shores, FL 32118
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Jan 13, 2026
39
Score
High Risk

Senor Taco appears in inspection records 14 times, starting in 2022. Senor Taco was last inspected on Jan 13, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around five violations compared to roughly eight violations earlier on.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “ready-to-eat”, showing up five times.

By comparison, the average Daytona Beach Shores facility scores 68, putting Senor Taco on the weaker side. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

14
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 13, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow Devices
FL-28
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
39
Sep 30, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 4, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 8 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Single-Use/Single-Service Articles Properly Stored and Used
FL-45
Raw Animal Food Properly Separated from Each Other and RTE Food
FL-47
61
Mar 26, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. -cooked rice (96-118F - Cooling); other cooked rice (94-137F - Cooling) at 2 hours @ 1:06pm, rechecked rice at 3 hours after employees split container and left sitting at room temperature @ 92-130FSee stop sale for rice improperly cooling. -cooked peppers 90-99F inside top portion of make-line cooler across from grill. Manager stated cooked 3 hours prior. Rechecked at 4 hour mark 79-85F after being placed inside cooler -advising operator to ensure establishment has enough shallow pans to allow for proper cooling of cooked foods. -employee removed from deep pans and placed into remaining available shallow pans to allow for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-26: Must be in compliance upon next unannounced inspection **Time Extended**
03D-01-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours based on data from multiple temperatures taken to consider rate of cooling and required parameters. See stop sale. -cooked rice **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-26: -must be in compliance upon next unannounced inspection **Time Extended**
01B-36-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Numerous, see stop sale. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-26: -must be in compliance upon next unannounced inspection **Time Extended**
02C-01-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Cooked Chicken marked 1-14, cooled beef marked 1-13, cooked ropa 1-12, cooled pork 1-16, enchilada sauce 1-14, **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-26: -must be in compliance upon next unannounced inspection **Time Extended**
01B-24-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. -cooling cooked rice inside deep, covered containers inside cooler in back. Did not meet time requirements for 70F within 2 hours -cooked peppers inside top portion of in use cooler partially exposed to ambient air not allowing cooked food to cool down at requires rate of cooling **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-26: Must be in compliance upon next unannounced inspection **Time Extended**
03D-15-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -chipped, worm wire racks above 3 compartment sink - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-26: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
47
Jan 23, 2025
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. -paper towel lining small sheet pan next to hot holding station
14-86-1
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw beef stored above raw shrimp inside freezer, beef has been removed from commercial packaging.
08A-17-6
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Numerous, see stop sale. **Warning**
02C-01-5
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Cooked Chicken marked 1-14, cooled beef marked 1-13, cooked ropa 1-12, cooled pork 1-16, enchilada sauce 1-14, **Warning**
01B-24-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. -cooked rice (96-118F - Cooling); other cooked rice (94-137F - Cooling) at 2 hours @ 1:06pm, rechecked rice at 3 hours after employees split container and left sitting at room temperature @ 92-130FSee stop sale for rice improperly cooling. -cooked peppers 90-99F inside top portion of make-line cooler across from grill. Manager stated cooked 3 hours prior. Rechecked at 4 hour mark 79-85F after being placed inside cooler -advising operator to ensure establishment has enough shallow pans to allow for proper cooling of cooked foods. -employee removed from deep pans and placed into remaining available shallow pans to allow for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03D-01-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours based on data from multiple temperatures taken to consider rate of cooling and required parameters. See stop sale. -cooked rice **Warning**
01B-36-5
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. -open gallon of milk -queso
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. -cooling cooked rice inside deep, covered containers inside cooler in back. Did not meet time requirements for 70F within 2 hours -cooked peppers inside top portion of in use cooler partially exposed to ambient air not allowing cooked food to cool down at requires rate of cooling **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03D-15-4
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired, no other certified food manager at establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**
53A-03-7
Basic - Bathroom facility in disrepair. -operator stating one of two restrooms with "no service"
32-05-4
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. -manager eating food at 3 compartment sink at drainboard
12B-02-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. -cook wearing wristwatch while preparing food
13-07-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -chipped, worm wire racks above 3 compartment sink
14-11-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. -inside cooler across from grill
05-09-4
Basic - No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. -sink next to microwave on back line
33-38-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. -wet sanitizing cloths stacked inside bucket, some rags at upper portion are not submerged inside solution
21-12-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. -25ppm chlorine
21-07-4
19
Aug 7, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -ceiling tile above prep table next to cooler across from cook line - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-06: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-07: **Time Extended**
36-32-5
95
Aug 6, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. -to go bags used for bulk food prep, bags of meat inside freezer in back prep area - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-06: **Time Extended**
14-31-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. bagged shredded cheese (60-65F - Cold Holding), beef 44F, pork 44-45Fcooked pork 44-45F, fish 44F inside heavily loaded cooler in back area. Shelf containing bagged cheese is packed densely not appearing to allow for cold air to circulate. Advised to lessen product in stand up cooler and monitor temperatures. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-06: (All cold holding)Bagged shredded cheese 44-45F, 50-54F, cooked chicken 44-45F, sour cream 46-47F. Advised to have person in charge responsible for maintaining cold holding food temperatures at 41F or below use calibrated thermometer to verify temperatures and to make necessary adjustments/service if needed. Next day callback inspection required to verify compliance **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food removed from cold holding for necessary preparation rose above 41 degrees Fahrenheit during the preparation process and was not cooled back down to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. -raw beef, 51F after 3 hours from being cut, does not meet rate of cooling based on information provided **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-06: -raw beef 50F after 4 hours from being cut prior day, see stop sale. **Admin Complaint**
03D-07-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-06: **Time Extended**
51-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact equipment/shelves. -cooler across from grill - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-06: **Time Extended**
14-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -ceiling tile above prep table next to cooler across from cook line - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-06: **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -case of fryer oil - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-06: **Time Extended**
08B-47-4
52
Aug 5, 2024
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. bagged shredded cheese (60-65F - Cold Holding), beef 44F, pork 44-45Fcooked pork 44-45F, fish 44F inside heavily loaded cooler in back area. Shelf containing bagged cheese is packed densely not appearing to allow for cold air to circulate. Advised to lessen product in stand up cooler and monitor temperatures. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food removed from cold holding for necessary preparation rose above 41 degrees Fahrenheit during the preparation process and was not cooled back down to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. -raw beef, 51F after 3 hours from being cut, does not meet rate of cooling based on information provided **Warning**
03D-07-5
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. -employee cutting lettuce with barehands, manager had employee don gloves for prep
09-01-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. -to go bags used for bulk food prep, bags of meat inside freezer in back prep area
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -pan of pineapple bits stored inside deep pan of raw meat inside stand up cooler at end of cookline -raw meat stored above pinto beans, inside stand up cooler at end of cookline **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -ice chute inside dispenser out front
22-02-4
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. -employee used 3 compartment sink
12A-03-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
51-11-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact equipment/shelves. -cooler across from grill
14-05-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -ceiling tile above prep table next to cooler across from cook line
36-32-5
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -case of fryer oil
08B-47-4
32
Jan 24, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. -to go bags used for direct contact with meat stored inside freezer
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. -raw beef stored above whole cabbage inside stand up cooler in back **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
02C-02-5
Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves.
14-45-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -vent on wall up above racks/shelves
36-34-5
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. -area behind water heater
36-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -shelving soiled above open hot holding pot of beans in back.
23-03-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. -sani bucket 0ppm, manager added more bleach to solution. Rechecked at 50ppm **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
52
Aug 1, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -prep area, only cold water - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-31: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-01: **Time Extended**
27-16-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. -dairy deserts up front - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-31: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-01: **Time Extended**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -cooked meats inside cooler, numerous - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-31: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-01: **Time Extended**
02C-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense ice/food. -pan used to dispense ice, no handle - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-31: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-01: **Time Extended**
14-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. -dry storage - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-31: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-01: **Time Extended**
14-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -cook line area, some gaps around vent ductwork and damage around some tiles in same area - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-31: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-01: -dining area above beverage station **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Clean utensils pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. -utensils in back prep area not stored with handles presented first inside of container - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-31: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-01: **Time Extended**
24-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-31: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-01: **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -ada restroom under sink - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-31: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-01: **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -restroom - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-31: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-01: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. -plastic seasoning container with indentations reused for oil, due to shape of container this is not adequate for reuse for any food contact. - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-31: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-01: **Time Extended**
25-32-4
50
Jul 31, 2023
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. -employee handled raw beef while slicing prior to moving pan of cooked food front without washing hands. - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-31: Employee entered kitchen from outside to begin working with food behind line without washing hands. **Time Extended**
12A-12-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. -raw fish stored above whole peppers inside stand up refrigerator across from cook line - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-31: Time extended next day to verify compliance. **Time Extended**
08A-04-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. -shredded cheese inside stand up refrigerator not maintaining 41F in affected areas of improperly loaded cooler blocking air flow. Bag is swelling, with condensation throughout inside of bag. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-31: Sour cream, yogurt, milk 47-48F cold holding From overnight inside stand up cooler in back. Manager has removed majority of temperature controlled foods from cooler, dairy products must also maintain 41F. Callback inspection for next day required to verify compliance for all food required to be held under cold holding temperatures of 41F or below **Admin Complaint**
01B-02-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. raw beef (55F - Cold Holding); raw pork (50F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (50-55F - Cold Holding); raw fish (50F - Cold Holding) inside stand up cooler in back prep area since prior delivery. Cheese is stacked deep and high seemingly blocking air flow down one affected area of unit. Employee lessened density during inspection by moving some bags out, next day callback inspection is required to verify compliance for cold holding. -shredded cheese 43 -45F, house salsa 47F, puree salsa 45F, inside cooler across from cook line without any lid/cover, exposing food ti ambient heat from cookline equipment. Advised to keep a lid closed between use to circulate cold air and limit exposure to ambient heat inside kitchen **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-31: Sour cream, yogurt, milk 47-48F cold holding From overnight inside stand up cooler in back. Manager has removed majority of temperature controlled foods from cooler, dairy products must also maintain 41F. Callback inspection required 1 next day to verify compliance for all food required to be held under cold holding temperatures of 41F or below. **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -pack of cigarettes on top of ice machine near back door. - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-31: Cigarettes continued to be stored on top of ice machine in back This violation must be in compliance upon next inspection. Administration action may be applied for egregious handling of toxic substances on food equipment for the establishment. Toxic substances must be kept in a location that does not expose food or food contact surfaces/equipment to cross contamination . **Time Extended** **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -prep area, only cold water - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-31: **Time Extended**
27-16-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. -dairy deserts up front - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-31: **Time Extended**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -cooked meats inside cooler, numerous - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-31: **Time Extended**
02C-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -restroom - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-31: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. -plastic seasoning container with indentations reused for oil, due to shape of container this is not adequate for reuse for any food contact. - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-31: **Time Extended**
25-32-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense ice/food. -pan used to dispense ice, no handle - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-31: **Time Extended**
14-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. -dry storage - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-31: **Time Extended**
14-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -cook line area, some gaps around vent ductwork and damage around some tiles in same area - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-31: **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Clean utensils pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. -utensils in back prep area not stored with handles presented first inside of container - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-31: **Time Extended**
24-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-31: **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -ada restroom under sink - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-31: **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -fryer oil - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-31: **Time Extended**
08B-47-4
22
Jul 28, 2023
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 4 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 21 violations
High Priority - Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. -employee handled raw beef while slicing prior to moving pan of cooked food front without washing hands.
12A-12-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. -raw fish stored above whole peppers inside stand up refrigerator across from cook line
08A-04-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. -open container of salt with soil/discolored debris inside of salt. Employee discarded
01B-13-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. -shredded cheese inside stand up refrigerator not maintaining 41F in affected areas of improperly loaded cooler blocking air flow. Bag is swelling, with condensation throughout inside of bag. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. raw beef (55F - Cold Holding); raw pork (50F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (50-55F - Cold Holding); raw fish (50F - Cold Holding) inside stand up cooler in back prep area since prior delivery. Cheese is stacked deep and high seemingly blocking air flow down one affected area of unit. Employee lessened density during inspection by moving some bags out, next day callback inspection is required to verify compliance for cold holding. -shredded cheese 43 -45F, house salsa 47F, puree salsa 45F, inside cooler across from cook line without any lid/cover, exposing food ti ambient heat from cookline equipment. Advised to keep a lid closed between use to circulate cold air and limit exposure to ambient heat inside kitchen **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -pack of cigarettes on top of ice machine near back door.
41-10-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -cooked meats inside cooler, numerous
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -prep area, only cold water
27-16-4
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. -dairy deserts up front
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -blocked by mop bucket inside prep area
31A-09-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense ice/food. -pan used to dispense ice, no handle
14-01-5
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. -dry storage
14-05-4
Basic - Clean utensils pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. -utensils in back prep area not stored with handles presented first inside of container
24-05-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -cell phone stored on top of bulk food container in prep area
40-06-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -ada restroom under sink
36-17-5
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -fryer oil
08B-47-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -restroom
31B-04-4
Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. -plastic seasoning container with indentations reused for oil, due to shape of container this is not adequate for reuse for any food contact.
25-32-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. -wet mop stored inside mop bucket with wastewater stored inside restroom
42-01-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -cook line area, some gaps around vent ductwork and damage around some tiles in same area
36-32-5
16
Jan 9, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
14
Aug 8, 2022
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 4 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 20 violations
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 0ppm
22-42-4
High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. **Corrected On-Site**
22-45-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -raw beef stored above raw seafood inside refrigerator up front **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. **Repeat Violation**
29-37-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -raw ground beef 41-45F, cooked tamales 44-45F . Product near front of door, thawed out less than 3 hours stated employee.
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -ice chute
22-02-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Ovidio
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -tamales inside stand up refrigerator in back -flan
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. **Repeat Violation**
53B-09-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -portion cups used in dry spices
14-01-5
Basic - Cardboard used to line in use food-contact utensils.
14-05-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves.
14-45-4
Basic - Ceiling shows damage or is in disrepair. -large hole in ceiling in prep area above 3 compartment sink -breakage in ceiling tile up front above prep table/refrigerator
36-32-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -bottles of liquor stored on top of ice machine
40-06-5
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. -wall with hole from prior air conditioning equipment removed
36-24-5
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. -refrigerator with individual portioned flan
05-09-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -restroom
31B-04-4
Basic - Single-service items for customer self-service not properly protected to prevent contamination. -single service knifes facing food contact side up inside a container that doesn't allow for gripping opposite side of utensil.
25-09-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. In a sanitary manner. -outside against wall
42-01-4
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Senor Taco last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Senor Taco on file is from Jan 13, 2026. The public record contains 14 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Senor Taco?

Across the inspection record, “ready-to-eat” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Senor Taco.

How does Senor Taco compare to other restaurants in Daytona Beach Shores?

Senor Taco most recently scored 39 out of 100, which is lower than the Daytona Beach Shores average of 68.

Has Senor Taco's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Senor Taco have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Senor 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 Senor Taco inspected?

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