Tacopolis
Last inspected: Feb 25, 2026
50
Score
Tacopolis appears in inspection records six times, starting in 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 25, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near five violations per visit.
“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.
By comparison, the average Key Biscayne facility scores 57, putting Tacopolis on the weaker side. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
4
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 25, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over stored over condiments at WIC. Eggs were correctly stored. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Mike working for more than 60 days with no training. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed operator conducting reduced oxygen packaging on commercially made semi soft cheese and cured meats. Coached operator on correct procedure. **Warning**
03G-50-1
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed soup stock on floor at WIC. Product was removed from floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed date of production and address missing on blacks beans, paella valenciana, meatballs, Russian salad, seafood paella, lentil soup. Coached operator on correct procedure. **Warning**
02D-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at WIC. **Warning**
23-03-4
50
Apr 1, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Aug 6, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Arturo Herreria certified on 07-19-2019 by national registry expired on 07-19-2024. **Warning**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employees Guillermo Herreria and Julieta Zazueta both expired on 06-14-2024. **Warning**
53B-05-5
Intermediate - Expired chlorine chemical test kit on 09/2022 provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed handle of reach in cooler at cook line soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-24-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside reach in freezer at kitchen entrance.
14-69-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles at kitchen area with water damage.
36-32-5
61
Feb 6, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed reach in cooler across from cook line soiled.
22-02-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters on cook line soiled. Observed walk in cooler fan cover soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in kitchen area.
36-34-5
74
Jan 31, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.
31B-03-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
36-34-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. Observed storage shelves soiled. Observed exterior of reach in cooler soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
36-27-5
64
Aug 22, 2022
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
36-34-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed shredded cheese stored in walk in cooler not covered.
08B-12-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
36-27-5
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tacopolis last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Tacopolis on file is from Feb 25, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tacopolis?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Tacopolis.
How does Tacopolis compare to other restaurants in Key Biscayne?
Tacopolis most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Key Biscayne average of 57.
Has Tacopolis' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Tacopolis have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Tacopolis 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 Tacopolis inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Tacopolis is inspected around two times per year on average.
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