Taco Califast

854 6 St Nw, Winter Haven, FL 33881

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Apr 13, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2022, Taco Califast has nine inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Apr 13, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

Across the inspection history, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

The city-wide average is 88, putting Taco Califast squarely in typical territory. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 13, 2026

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed at front counter, operator covered drink with lid. **Corrected On-Site**

12B-12-5

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in flip top unit.

22-16-4

Oct 1, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed on green board.

14-09-4

Basic - Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Observed plastic ware at front counter, operator reversed to display handle first. **Corrected On-Site**

25-02-4

May 14, 2025

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.

32-12-6

Feb 19, 2025

Complaint Full

1 minor violation.

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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Aug 23, 2024

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - No color/concentration comparison chart available for chemical test kit used to check sanitizer.

16-36-4

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bottle of surface cleaner at front counter. Operator put label on bottle. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Gaskets soiled on reach in cooler next to exit door of kitchen.

22-02-4

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed Cook with no hair restraint. Cookout hairnet on during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

13-03-4

Mar 15, 2024

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Oct 3, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Feb 7, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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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.

11-27-4

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.

11-26-1

Basic - Open dumpster lid.

33-16-4

Jul 29, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Bottom interior of the flip top reach in cooler across from the cook line.

22-02-4

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Under green cutting board on the prep table across from the 3 compartment sink. Operator removed the cloth **Corrected On-Site**

21-04-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Califast last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taco Califast on file is from Apr 13, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taco Califast?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taco Califast.

How does Taco Califast compare to other restaurants in Winter Haven?

Taco Califast most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the Winter Haven average of 88.

Has Taco Califast's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taco Califast have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Taco Califast 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 Taco Califast inspected?

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

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