Tacomiendo
Last inspected: Nov 17, 2025
39
Score
Going back to 2022, Tacomiendo has eight inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Nov 17, 2025. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around nine violations each.
Across the inspection history, “establishment has no written procedures for employees” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded five times.
Tacomiendo's latest score of 39 falls below the Miami average of 74. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
3
Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 17, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter; no breaker.
29-42-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired; 10/25.
50-17-3
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. Observed no poster or kit; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry dish rack; above triple sink.
22-31-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked. Observed birria with date mark of 10/31. As per operator, was thawed prior day and did not realize he had to change date.
02C-08-5
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in at front counter with broken compressor. No TCS foods stored on site.
14-74-7
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in kitchen area.
36-34-5
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no choking poster on site; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
51-13-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site.
51-18-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets in reach in coolers soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in reach in freezer.
14-33-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler and freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
39
Jul 14, 2025
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-14: Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email. **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Observed Mariajavier, Carlos with no training. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-14: Observed Mariajavier, Carlos with no training. **Time Extended**
53B-13-5
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. Observed flan made in house not marked at front counter. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-14: Observed flan made in house not marked at front counter. **Time Extended**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle in kitchen with no label. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-14: Observed spray bottle in kitchen with no label. **Time Extended**
41-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-14: In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Time Extended**
21-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-14: Observed no poster; inspector provided via email. **Time Extended**
51-13-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-14: **Time Extended**
14-17-4
58
Jul 11, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at front counter: Warmer: empanada beef (119F - Hot Holding); empanada chicken (120F - Hot Holding); empanada potato (120F - Hot Holding). As per operator; less than 3 hours prior to inspection. Operator took them to back for reheating. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-27-4
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. Observed Mariajavier, Carlos with no training. **Warning**
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. Observed flan made in house not marked at front counter. **Warning**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle in kitchen with no label. **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed container of employee pasta above raw beef in walk in. Operator segregated for proper storage. **Warning**
08B-49-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed best to stove: 90F. **Warning**
10-07-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Warning**
21-04-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in freezer. **Warning**
14-17-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar with no label. **Warning**
02D-01-5
43
May 7, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in cooler.
23-03-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed above walk in cooler,
36-36-4
90
Jun 27, 2024
Routine - Food
5 major violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed person in charge Daniel Martinez no food manager certificate. The change of ownership was made in February. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-27: As per the manager he has scheduled for the second test on 06-28-2024. **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-27: - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed the establishment did a change of ownership and steam table was added to the front counter, the ice machine was removed and reach in coolers were added. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-27: Observed the plan review was submitted on 06-25-2024. November approved yet. **Time Extended**
51-16-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-27: 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. **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-27: 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. **Time Extended**
11-27-4
61
Jan 16, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Observed cooked honey chicken in contacts of cardboard box at walk in cooler. Operator moved the products to a clean stainless container. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-27-4
High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils inside of water at 79°F at preparation table kitchen area. Operator removed the water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-05-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed cooked chicken in the middle of raw beef and raw shrimp next each other. Operator relocated the products. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef stored on the same container with raw pork next each other. Operator separated the raw beef and raw pork. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
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. The clean up of vomiting and diarrheal events handout was provided. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled. Operator sent the can opener to the three compartment sink to be cleaned and sanitized. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a hand wash sink inaccessible with a fruit container. Operator removed the container. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed oven handle soiled.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed fan cover soiled at walk in cooler.
36-34-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed raw chicken and cooked beef belly stored inside of reach in cooler preparation area. As per manager those products are employee food.
08B-49-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed the utensil handle touching the pineapple diced fruit . Operator removed the handle. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board at preparation area. Operator removed the wet wiping. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Shelves attached to walls in walk-ins not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Observed shelves in walk in cooler and walk in freezer rust.
36-52-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on the preparation table. **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
23
Mar 21, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Repeat Violation**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled with dry food **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed a container with soy sauce stored on the floor of the storage area and at the kitchen
08B-47-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Observed a spatula stored between the fryers equipment and the grill
10-02-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the door between the kitchen and storage area soiled
23-03-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
61
Aug 8, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in the walk in cooler raw chicken in the same container with raw beef and raw pork, not commercially packed.
08A-20-5
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed shell eggs stored at the kitchen room temperature. Kitchen ambient temperature is 77F
03A-03-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a garbage can in front of the front counter hand wash sink
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
53A-05-6
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in the corn starch container a plastic cup without handle used as scoop. **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. **Repeat Violation**
10-08-5
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed table fan located at the entrance to the kitchen soiled. Observed the can opener blade soiled **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed at the kitchen area, top shelf. Single service containers not inverted or protected **Repeat Violation**
25-06-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
43
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tacomiendo last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Tacomiendo on file is from Nov 17, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tacomiendo?
Across the inspection record, “establishment has no written procedures for employees” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Tacomiendo.
How does Tacomiendo compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Tacomiendo most recently scored 39 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Tacomiendo's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Tacomiendo have averaged around nine violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Tacomiendo 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 Tacomiendo inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Tacomiendo is inspected around two times per year on average.
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