Shucos El Tata

3313 Se Dixie Hwy, Stuart, FL 34997
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Mar 3, 2026
33
Score
High Risk

Public records show six inspections at Shucos El Tata stretching back to 2023. On Mar 3, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around three violations each, up from closer to one violation before.

By comparison, the average Stuart facility scores 81, putting Shucos El Tata on the weaker side. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

6
Inspections
2
Critical latest
4
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 3, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
33
Nov 18, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
95
Jun 11, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.
50-03-4
95
Aug 16, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 12, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Flip top cooler: cheese (55F - Cold Holding); pico de gallo (diced tomatoes) (47F - Cold Holding); sour cream (56F - Cold Holding); blended tomato salsa (61F - Cold Holding); tall reach in: cheese (54F - Cold Holding); sour cream (52F - Cold Holding) Per operator, not prepared or portioned today. Per operator, all products held in tall stand up cooler overnight. See stop sale. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Flip top cooler: cheese (55F - Cold Holding); pico de gallo (diced tomatoes) (47F - Cold Holding); sour cream (56F - Cold Holding); blended tomato salsa (61F - Cold Holding); tall reach in: cheese (54F - Cold Holding); sour cream (52F - Cold Holding) Per operator, not prepared or portioned today. Per operator, all products held in tall stand up cooler overnight. See stop sale. **Warning**
01B-02-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Styrofoam cup as scoop in flour bin. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-01-5
70
Nov 3, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Shucos El Tata last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Shucos El Tata on file is from Mar 3, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

How does Shucos El Tata compare to other restaurants in Stuart?

Shucos El Tata most recently scored 33 out of 100, which is lower than the Stuart average of 81.

Has Shucos El Tata's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Shucos El Tata have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Shucos El Tata 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 Shucos El Tata inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Shucos El Tata is inspected around three times per year on average.