Taqueria Esmeralda

606B Commerce Drive, Panama City Beach, FL 32408

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Dec 2, 2024

Score

High Risk

Across the available record, Taqueria Esmeralda has six inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Dec 2, 2024. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near three violations per visit.

That's lower than the typical Panama City Beach restaurant, which scores around 84. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 2, 2024

Complaint Full

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.

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Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Sep 30, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations.

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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw sewage on ground of establishment. Grey water drained into to grassy area near mobile unit. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-30: No water in tank at inspection to test unit. **Time Extended**

28-13-5

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by a total of 9 live roaches found in the following locations: 1 live on floor in front of stove, 4 live between wall and refrigerator, 4 live under microwave area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-30: Observed 5 live roaches on floor under refrigerator and 1 live roach under grill area. **Time Extended**

35A-05-4

Nov 20, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Rip in service window screen door.

35B-13-4

Jul 25, 2023

Complaint Full

3 critical violations. 1 major violation.

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High Priority - Observed: Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 3 flies in unit. **Admin Complaint** Priority: High Priority

35A-02-6

High Priority - Observed: Mobile food dispensing vehicle disposing of wastewater at an unapproved location. Operator states grey water dumped at personal residence. **Admin Complaint** Priority: High Priority

28-29-5

High Priority - Observed: Mobile food dispensing vehicle obtaining water from an unapproved source. Operator states water obtained from personal residence. **Admin Complaint** Priority: High Priority

27-27-4

Intermediate - Observed: Nonself-sufficient mobile food dispensing vehicle operating from an unapproved commissary. Operator states dishes are washed at personal residence. **Admin Complaint** Priority: Intermediate

51-22-4

Mar 23, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Oct 6, 2022

Routine - Food

4 critical violations. 2 major violations.

View 6 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed

FL-27

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taqueria Esmeralda last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taqueria Esmeralda on file is from Dec 2, 2024. The public record contains six inspections in total.

How does Taqueria Esmeralda compare to other restaurants in Panama City Beach?

Taqueria Esmeralda most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Panama City Beach average of 84.

Has Taqueria Esmeralda's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taqueria Esmeralda have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Taqueria Esmeralda 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 Taqueria Esmeralda inspected?

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

Nearby Restaurants

Score: 64 — Medium Risk

Local Konbini

606 A Commerce Dr

Score: 100 — Low Risk

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