Taco Shack

555 S Colorado Ave, Unit 102, Stuart, FL 34994

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Mar 12, 2026

Score

High Risk

Going back to 2022, Taco Shack has nine inspections in the public record. Taco Shack was last inspected on Mar 12, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around two violations to closer to five violations.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “time/temperature control for safety food cold held”, showing up two times.

Compared to other Stuart restaurants (averaging 81), there's room to close the gap. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 12, 2026

Routine - Food

4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use

FL-06

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Sep 26, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Feb 13, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Aug 8, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Aug 1, 2024

Routine - Food

3 critical violations.

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Apr 26, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At walk in cooler, cooked rice (49F - Cold Holding). Food not prepared or portioned today. Operator stated food held overnight. See stop sale

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. At walk in cooler, cooked rice (49F - Cold Holding). Food not prepared or portioned today. Operator stated food held overnight. See stop sale

01B-02-5

Oct 17, 2023

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -pitcher in bar hand wash sink. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. -yellowfin tuna on menu board does not indicate food is raw or undercooked. Operator will change electronic menu boards today.

02B-01-5

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. -provided printed forms in English and Spanish. All employees on duty read and signed. All other current and new employees will be required to read and sign. **Corrected On-Site**

11-26-1

Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. -cove molding separated from wall, soiled under 3 compartment sink and dish machine.

36-03-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. -single service cups, paper towels on floor in upstairs storage area.

25-05-4

Jan 11, 2023

Routine - Food

4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Sep 2, 2022

Routine - Food

4 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 5 violations

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cheese at 65 degrees/reach in cooler#2(stored overnight).

01B-02-5

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 65 degrees, shredded cheese/stored overnight/reach in cooler#2/cookline.

03A-02-5

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. Shredded beef at 150 degrees/corrective action taken/operator put back on grill. **Corrective Action Taken**

03E-02-5

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 over raw shrimp/reach in freezer/prep area/corrective action taken/operator stored raw shrimp on top shelf. **Corrective Action Taken**

08A-17-6

Basic - Stored food not covered. Oil/storage area/corrective action taken/operator covered oil. **Corrective Action Taken**

08B-12-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Shack last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taco Shack on file is from Mar 12, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taco Shack?

Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taco Shack.

How does Taco Shack compare to other restaurants in Stuart?

Taco Shack most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Stuart average of 81.

Has Taco Shack's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Taco Shack have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Taco Shack 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 Shack inspected?

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

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