Tacos Pues

3701 N Central Ave Unit B, Tampa, FL 33603

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: May 4, 2023

Score

High Risk

Public records currently show only two inspections for Tacos Pues. Tacos Pues was last inspected on May 4, 2023. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record. Note that Tacos Pues's inspection history hasn't been updated since May 4, 2023; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around 10 violations lately and about 14 violations before that.

Compared to other Tampa restaurants (averaging 79), there's room to close the gap. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

Inspections

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Inspection History

May 4, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.

View 10 violations

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed

FL-27

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Sep 1, 2022

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.

View 14 violations

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Milk at 78 F held out for over 4 hours.

01B-02-5

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Milk for coffee sitting out at room temperature at 78 F. See Stop Sale

03A-02-5

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked food in walk-in-cooler **Repeat Violation**

02C-02-5

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Dirty pots stored in hand sink near 3 compartment sink **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

31A-09-4

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.

53B-13-5

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation**

14-09-4

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Back kitchen area

12B-07-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Operators jacket on food dry storage rack in back kitchen area

40-06-5

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.

10-20-4

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.

21-04-4

Basic - Mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation**

42-01-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. Front kitchen counter.

21-03-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bottle of water and large white containers in prep area not labeled **Repeat Violation**

02D-01-5

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tacos Pues last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tacos Pues on file is from May 4, 2023. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Tacos Pues compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Tacos Pues most recently scored 39 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.

Has Tacos Pues' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Tacos Pues have averaged around 10 violations per visit, down from roughly 14 earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Tacos Pues 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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