Taqueria El Jarocho

809 N Magnolia Ave, Ocala, FL 34475
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Oct 22, 2025
100
Score
Low Risk

Public records show seven inspections at Taqueria El Jarocho stretching back to 2023. The most recent report on file is from Oct 22, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near one violation per visit.

“No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Restaurants in Ocala average 78, so Taqueria El Jarocho is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.

7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 22, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
May 27, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Has pool test kit, establishment using bleach. **Repeat Violation**
16-32-5
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Box of togo cups on floor.
25-05-4
86
Feb 26, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
90
Jun 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Missing for chlorine.
16-37-1
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. **Repeat Violation**
50-04-4
86
Oct 30, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 24, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no test strips for three-compartment sink or sanitizer bucket.
16-37-1
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 Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high
50-04-4
78
May 15, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
4 major violations.
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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 plan. One was emailed.
11-27-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Observed lack of a probe thermometer. ALSO, lack of an Ambient air thermometer.
05-08-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed lack of: soap and sign. These were both put on the trailer. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed lack of a consumer advisory. One was given and posted at the service window. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-02-5
67

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taqueria El Jarocho last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taqueria El Jarocho on file is from Oct 22, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taqueria El Jarocho?

Across the inspection record, “no chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taqueria El Jarocho.

How does Taqueria El Jarocho compare to other restaurants in Ocala?

Taqueria El Jarocho most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Ocala average of 78.

Has Taqueria El Jarocho's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taqueria El Jarocho have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Taqueria El Jarocho 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 El Jarocho inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Taqueria El Jarocho is inspected around three times per year on average.