Taqueria Cinco Hermanos
Last inspected: Mar 31, 2026
82
Score
Taqueria Cinco Hermanos has been inspected seven times since 2022. The most recent visit was on Mar 31, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around four violations to closer to six violations.
“Current hotel and restaurant license not displayed” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
Taqueria Cinco Hermanos' latest score of 82 sits above the Homestead average of 70. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 31, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 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 food handler certification for Nicolas Aguilar expired on 12/13/25 and David Arrue on 12/13/25
53B-14-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
10-08-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler soiled with blood. Manager cleaned it. **Corrected On-Site**
22-16-4
82
Oct 21, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed 3 employees failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Coached operator on proper handwashing procedures.
12A-07-5
High Priority - Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee scratched her face and then engaged in food preparation.
12A-25-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut tomatoes (54F - Cold Holding) as per operator for less than 3 hours. Operator voluntarily discarded product. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food debris at handwash sink located next to three compartment sink.
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/. Observed No currently certified food service manager on duty with 4 employees engaged in food preparation/handling. Manager showed up in the middle of the inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Operator provided thermometer at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
05-08-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board at vegetable reach in cooler.
14-09-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop on top ice bin at the entrance of the MFDV.
10-12-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave with accumulation of old food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed at shelves above three compartment sink.
16-46-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in reach in cooler near exit door.
29-49-6
35
Dec 10, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between wall and preparation table. Manager removed the knife. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-33-4
90
May 24, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
95
Feb 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed chlorine solution +200 ppm. Operator added water to get sanitizer solution to 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
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. Form was provided to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a bowl used as scoop inside the rice.
14-01-5
74
Feb 21, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef stored over raw pork at reach in cooler. Operator moved the raw beef to the bottom part. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken (110 F - Hot Holding); cooked shredded beef (108 F - Hot Holding) at preparation table next to steam. As per operator for less than one hour. Operator moved the products to the grill to be reheating. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine +200 ppm). Operator added water to get 100 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-15-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food residual at hand wash sink.
31A-11-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed handle utensil touching the rice at steam table. Operator moved the handle. **Corrected On-Site**
10-06-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation**
50-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a oil container stored on floor next to preparation table and stove.
08B-38-4
50
Jul 14, 2022
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Observed raw beef (51-52 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler. As per manager for about 12 hours. Manager discarded the products. **Corrective Action Taken**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw beef (51-52 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler. As per manager for about 12 hours. Manager discarded the products. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked pork (116 F - Hot Holding) at steam table. As per manager for less than one hour. Operator reheating the products to 178°F. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef over raw pork at reach in cooler. Operator relocated the products. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed an oil container stored on floor in front of the entrance of the MFDV. Operator moved the oil container to a shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Observed part of the windows screen missing.
35B-14-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels stuck of food containers stored at shelf under preparation table.**Repeat Violation** **Repeat Violation**
16-46-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Taqueria Cinco Hermanos last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Taqueria Cinco Hermanos on file is from Mar 31, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Taqueria Cinco Hermanos?
Across the inspection record, “current hotel and restaurant license not displayed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Taqueria Cinco Hermanos.
How does Taqueria Cinco Hermanos compare to other restaurants in Homestead?
Taqueria Cinco Hermanos most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Homestead average of 70.
Has Taqueria Cinco Hermanos' inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Taqueria Cinco Hermanos have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Taqueria Cinco Hermanos means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Taqueria Cinco Hermanos inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Taqueria Cinco Hermanos is inspected around two times per year on average.
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