Tacos a La Mexicana

809 N Magnolia Ave, Ocala, FL 34475

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Jan 11, 2024

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged three inspections at Tacos a La Mexicana, the earliest from 2023. The most recent report on file is from Jan 11, 2024. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings. No fresh inspection data is available: the latest entry for Tacos a La Mexicana dates to Jan 11, 2024.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.

Restaurants in Ocala average 78, so Tacos a La Mexicana is doing better than most peers. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 11, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed establishment operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license dated 6/1/2023 **Admin Complaint**

50-17-3

Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed last inspection was not available at time of inspection.

51-18-6

Apr 17, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Mar 3, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 5 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in the reach-in cooler salsa verde 47, sour cream 47F. 30 minute drive to inspection. Items were moved into the freezer with ice and frozen product. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

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. Observed lack of a written plan. This was emailed in 2 languages.

11-27-4

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed 1 employee does not have employee training. **Repeat Violation**

53B-02-5

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. Observed 1 employee lacking the Discussed the Employee Reporting form and is not yet employee trained.

11-26-1

Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. Observed lack of 5250850 on the service window side of the unit. Minimum 2 inches high.

50-04-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tacos a La Mexicana last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tacos a La Mexicana on file is from Jan 11, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Tacos a La Mexicana compare to other restaurants in Ocala?

Tacos a La Mexicana most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Ocala average of 78.

Has Tacos a La Mexicana's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Tacos a La Mexicana have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Tacos a La Mexicana means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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