Taco Norteno
Last inspected: Feb 19, 2026
29
Score
Inspectors have visited Taco Norteno nine times, with records going back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 19, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near nine violations per visit across recent inspections.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food”, showing up four times.
Compared to other Clermont restaurants (averaging 68), there's room to close the gap. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
9
Inspections
5
Critical latest
3
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 19, 2026
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. -churros in take out bags in reach in freezer **Repeat Violation**
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw shell eggs and raw ground beef over prepped cooked chicken flautas in reach in cooler on front line. Operator moved flautas to top, eggs and beef to the bottom. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. --cooked pork (45F - Cold Holding); walk in cooler, held more than four hours per operator.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -cooked pork (45F - Cold Holding); walk in cooler, held more than four hours per operator.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food held using a 6-hour time control plan was not at a temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below when time control began. -cooked onions, cooling 45 minutes, operator removed from salsa line for the cooling process. **Corrected On-Site**
03F-09-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -ice dispenser at soda machine in lobby
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -sanitizer bucket stored in hand sink at bar area, operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. -by ice machine
29-28-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -rice container **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Drain cover(s) missing in walk in cooler. Operator replaced. **Corrected On-Site**
29-18-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. -front line, operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-33-4
29
Sep 19, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade linen napkin used in direct contact with food. -tortillas in kitchen. Educated operator, operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
14-31-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -ice in hand sink behind bar area.
31A-11-4
Basic - Single-service items for customer self-service not properly protected to prevent contamination. -coffee stirrers at coffee station in lobby, operator removed from counter. **Corrected On-Site**
25-09-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. -cooked rice in walk in cooler. Operator covered. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -rice container, operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Drain cover(s) missing at triple sink. Operator replaced. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
29-18-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -employee food container above herbs and vegetables in walk in cooler. Operator corrected. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. -dishes on storage rack.
16-46-4
58
Feb 20, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
41
Jul 25, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
70
Jan 29, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over bread in walk in cooler. Raw pork stored next to cooked ham in walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
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. Open package of raw chicken stored over raw beef in reach in freezer. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked beef in walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
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. Milk in walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Hot sauce in reach in cooler at front line area. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Cloth contacting tortilla at cooks line area. **Corrected On-Site**
21-34-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Soda boxes stored on floor at back line area. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. On top of ice machine. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-12-5
Basic - Lights under hood suppression system is missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Grill.
38-07-4
Basic - Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Restrooms
32-17-4
Basic - Stored food not covered.Cut tomatoes and cooked rice in walk in cooler not covered. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
39
Aug 28, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
41
Jun 5, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors, mens and ladies. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-05: **Time Extended**
32-04-4
95
Apr 5, 2023
Routine - Food
11 critical violations. 3 major violations. 17 minor violations.
View 31 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. - raw pork over cooked rice in walk in cooler - raw eggs over produce in walk in cooler Manager relocated **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw beef stored over or with cooked shrimp in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Manager relocated. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. - salsa bar inadequately guarded on sides - Nacho Chips for self service not protected **Warning**
08B-01-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Potatoes 119F. rice 48F **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - potatoes, 79F, peppers and onions, 84F cold holding less than four hours per operator. Advised to rapid chill. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemicals over napkins and next to ketchup in dry storage. Operator relocated. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-10-4
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Stored over prep table in rear kitchen. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-07-4
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. potatoes 119F - Cooling for 3.5 hours per operator. - rice (48F - Cold Holding), in walk in since yesterday per operator. **Warning**
03D-01-5
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. Cook on line no wearing gloves while preparing tacos. Manager educated employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
09-01-4
High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit on cooks line. Manager replaced water. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-05-5
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Warning**
50-17-3
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in mens room. Operator replaced. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit. Thermometer 42F in ice slush, calibrated with operator. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
05-06-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Milk and cooked beef, more than 24 hours. Manager dated. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors, mens and ladies. **Warning**
32-04-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food in spice blend. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils several places in establishment. Manager relocated. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee eating while preparing food. Cook on line drinking beverage. Manager educated employee. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
12B-01-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items in storage closet in kitchen. Jacket and purse. Manager relocated. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under and behind cooks line. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor, oil and rice in dry storage area. Operator relocated. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Manager corrected. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-08-5
Basic - In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Scoop for beans on soiled surface. Manager relocated. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-02-4
Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of grease/food debris. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - soda machine drip tray soiled **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Avocados being cut on line not washed. Manager washed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-39-4
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles throughout establishment. Relocated throughout inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-44-1
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Stored on floor in dry storage container. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
25-05-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use, on cooks waistl bank. Manager educated. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-10-4
Basic - Stored food not covered in walk in cooler, and Margarita Garnish tray. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour and spice blend in kitchen. Manager labeled. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02D-01-5
6
Aug 12, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Taco Norteno last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Taco Norteno on file is from Feb 19, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Taco Norteno?
Across the inspection record, “bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Taco Norteno.
How does Taco Norteno compare to other restaurants in Clermont?
Taco Norteno most recently scored 29 out of 100, which is lower than the Clermont average of 68.
Has Taco Norteno's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taco Norteno have averaged around nine violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Taco Norteno 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 Taco Norteno inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Taco Norteno is inspected around three times per year on average.
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