Tacos Vs Burrito
Last inspected: Feb 25, 2026
21
Score
The health department has logged nine inspections at Tacos Vs Burrito, the earliest from 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 25, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around 20 violations each.
When inspectors have written things up, “equipment in poor repair” has been the most frequent reason, cited five times.
Compared to other Miami restaurants (averaging 74), there's room to close the gap. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
9
Inspections
2
Critical latest
3
Major latest
19
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 25, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 19 minor violations.
View 24 violations
High Priority - Sewage/wastewater backing up through floor drains. Observed sewage water backing up through floor drains at cook line by ice machine and drain by front counter. Plumber arrived during inspection and fixed problem. **Corrected On-Site**
28-26-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
Intermediate - Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed manager unable to answer how to calibrate a probe thermometer.
53A-10-4
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.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed cook unable to answer the minimum cooking temperature of beef.
53A-14-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles miss above ice machine.
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles miss above in disrepair above bakery station.
36-32-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Repeat Violation**
32-12-6
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed two cutting boards at cook line.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an employee open bottle container stored on prep table near hand sink. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in coolers gaskets across cook line torn. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed approximately 22 seats outside and 40 seats inside establishment. **Repeat Violation**
51-09-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed by back exit door. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed light shield missing above oven and one light shield in disrepair above prep area back kitchen.
38-01-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled across cook line. Observed fan covers dusty at walk in cooler.
23-03-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed silverware utensils by oven upright with the food-contact surface up not inverted.
24-18-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed slow draining at hand sink by prep area.
29-20-5
Basic - Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. Observed refried beans cooling in a prep table near hand sink by kitchen exposed to splash. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-54-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. By mop sink.
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeezing bottle with cooking oil not labeled at cook line. Employee labeled. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled by prep area, cook line and kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
21
Jul 14, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 16 minor violations.
View 19 violations
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee training expired for Douglas Alpizar.
53B-14-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a tong stored inside hand sink front counter. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink women's bathroom. **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
33-19-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Observed mop sink blocked with buckets not accessible by ware washing area.
29-27-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed SS containers not inverted by prep table near cook line. Employee inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottle with cooking oil not labeled at cook line. Employee labeled. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a bowl with no handle stored inside rice and beans containers at storage by oven. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling by hallway above walk in cooler and ware washing area with mold-like substance. Observed vents heavily dusty above by ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plastic containers stored not inverted by ice machine.
24-05-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Repeat Violation**
32-12-6
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone at prep table stored over a bag of tortillas.
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed an employee while preparing food no hair restraint.
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn by cook line. Observed gaskets from walk in cooler torn.**Repeat Violation** **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed approximately 22 seats outside and 40 seats inside establishment.
51-09-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed back door. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
33
Dec 12, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 16 minor violations.
View 21 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cheese sause (125F - Hot Holding) at stove. As per operator less than one hour. Operator started to reheat in stove product. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chorizo (48F - Cold Holding) at preparation area.As per operator less than 2 hours. Operator put ice for rapid chill. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink used as a dump sink with ice cubes and straws inside hand sink at preparation area. **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
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
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator provided. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler and walk in freezer gaskets torn. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a bowl inside a flour container with no handle at bake storage area. Operator discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves at walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
14-05-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling missing above stove and preparation sink.
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance throughout the preparation area,dishwasher area and storage area. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Repeat Violation**
32-12-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation**
50-09-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tong stored on oven door handle. Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed cloth under cutting board at preparation area.
21-04-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. **Repeat Violation**
35B-03-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed utensils stored face up near oven.
24-18-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet cloth stored on preparation table cook line. **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottle with oil not labeled. **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
25
Jul 12, 2024
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 2 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 21 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
5
Jan 29, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 6 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 20 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Shell eggs stored over cheese sauce in walk-in cooler. Manager moved eggs to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee handled garbage can and proceeded to handle onions without changing gloves and washing hands. Manager had employee wash hands and change gloves. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-09-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Gnat and fly spray stored next to peanut butter on shelf across from oven in back room. Manager discarded fly spray. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
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. No written procedure available.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand washing sink in prep area across from walk-in cooler. Employee moved garbage can. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Ice scoop stored in drive thru hand washing sink. Employee removed scoop from hand washing sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Lack of toilet tissue at each toilet. Men's restroom.
32-11-5
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/. Four employees working with no certified food manager present.
53A-05-6
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit. Probe thermometer in use reading 50 F when calibrated.
05-06-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Walk-in cooler shelves.
14-05-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Ladies restroom. **Repeat Violation**
32-12-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee bottle of water stored on shelf above peas on shelf across from walk-in cooler. Manager removed bottle of water. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Faucet/handle in disrepair at plumbing fixture. Cold water handle for hand washing sink in drive thru area.
29-09-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles in prep area across from walk-in cooler.
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Bags of ice stored on walk-in freezer floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs hanging on cook line oven handle. Employee placed tongs on top of oven. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood vents above cook line greasy.
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Dumpster behind building.
33-16-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach-in cooler across from cook line oven.
29-49-6
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wiping cloth stored on prep table across from cook line oven.
21-12-4
20
Jan 23, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork stored above cooked pork inside walk in cooler.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed steak (45F - Cold Holding); raw pork carnitas (46F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler next to flat grill, as per cook approximately 1.5 hours. Employee moved to walk in cooler.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Admin Complaint**
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. Provided form during inspection.
11-27-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at HWS at preparation area. Employee restocked during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed in kitchen area.
21-09-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed watermarks in some ceiling tiles at cook line.
36-32-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed in women bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing and disrepair tiles at cook line.
36-17-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed in ice dispenser next to front counter. Employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed in kitchen area.
10-20-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at cook line.
21-04-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed open Red Bull can inside reach in cooler at front counter. Employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed glass cups stored on floor at front counter, employee stored properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw steak (frozen) next to sink at kitchen area, as per employee less than 1 hour. Employee moved steak to walk in cooler during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
06-01-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking pipe at HWS next to pick up window.
29-11-4
27
Apr 11, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-11: At time of callback inspection observed Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No quaternary chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-11: At time of callback inspection observed No quaternary chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-11: At time of callback inspection observed Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-11: At time of callback inspection observed Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-11: At time of callback inspection observed Ice buildup in walk-in freezer **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fan guards are soiled **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-11: At time of callback inspection Observed walk in cooler fan guards are soiled **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler across from grill **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-11: At time of callback inspection observed Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler across from grill **Time Extended**
29-49-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-11: At time of callback inspection observed Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Time Extended**
14-17-4
58
Apr 10, 2023
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 3 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 19 violations
High Priority - Establishment operating with no potable running water. Observed handwash sink next to drive through window has no running water, all other sinks have running potable water **Warning**
27-12-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 3 small fruit flies flying in air landing on walls **Warning**
35A-02-6
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 2 rodent droppings on counter behind drink station Observed 1 Rodent dropping under counter next to drive through window and beside rodent trap **Warning**
35A-04-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed beans (100F - Hot Holding); cheese sauce (90F - Hot Holding) as per operator items have been out on shelf above grill since approximately 10:30am **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beans (100F - Hot Holding); cheese sauce (90F - Hot Holding) as per operator items have been out on shelf above grill since approximately 10:30am **Warning**
03B-01-6
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/ **Warning**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink next to drive through window **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No quaternary chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning**
16-37-1
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle used to scoop flour **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing in storage room across from ware wash room **Warning**
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fan guards are soiled **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler across from grill **Warning**
29-49-6
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning**
14-17-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottles of oil, working containers of flour with no labels **Warning**
02D-01-5
18
Oct 12, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
No Bare Hand Contact with Ready-to-Eat Food
FL-09
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
61
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tacos Vs Burrito last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Tacos Vs Burrito on file is from Feb 25, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tacos Vs Burrito?
Across the inspection record, “equipment in poor repair” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Tacos Vs Burrito.
How does Tacos Vs Burrito compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Tacos Vs Burrito most recently scored 21 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Tacos Vs Burrito's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Tacos Vs Burrito have averaged around 20 violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Tacos Vs Burrito 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 Tacos Vs Burrito inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Tacos Vs Burrito is inspected around three times per year on average.
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