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Tacos Mi Casita #2

246 S Hwy 17 E, East Palatka, FL 32131
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Dec 11, 2024
45
Score
High Risk

Across the available record, Tacos Mi Casita #2 has three inspections on file, the first dated 2023. Tacos Mi Casita #2 was last inspected on Dec 11, 2024. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around eight violations per visit lately, up from roughly one violation before.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “live”, showing up two times.

Tacos Mi Casita #2's latest score of 45 falls below the East Palatka average of 74. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

3
Inspections
2
Critical latest
4
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 11, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed two live flying insects inside food truck. Person in charge attempted to remove flys from food truck. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
35A-02-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef and onions thawing on counter (52F - Cold Holding) for less than two hours per person in charge. Person in charge placed inside reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing. Observed no sanitizer for use at triple sink. Person in charge had employee purchase bleach from store. **Corrected On-Site**
22-38-5
Intermediate - Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed previously prepared and frozen beef and onions, chicken not date marked when made. Discussed with operator about freezing and date marking.
02C-04-5
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. Provided written procedures and discussed with person in charge.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed flip-top cooler cutting board stained with food debris.
22-02-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken thawing on counter and beef n onions thawing on counter. Discussed options with person in charge.
06-01-5
Basic - Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Observed service window and back door left open while flying insects present inside food truck. Person in charge closed screen to service window and closed back door during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
35B-05-4
45
Jun 7, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 2 small flies during inspection.
35A-02-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink. Operator provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
78
Oct 26, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tacos Mi Casita #2 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tacos Mi Casita #2 on file is from Dec 11, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Tacos Mi Casita #2?

Across the inspection record, “live” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Tacos Mi Casita #2.

How does Tacos Mi Casita #2 compare to other restaurants in East Palatka?

Tacos Mi Casita #2 most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the East Palatka average of 74.

Has Tacos Mi Casita #2's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Tacos Mi Casita #2 have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Tacos Mi Casita #2 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.

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