Taqueria Gracy
Last inspected: Jan 13, 2025
100
Score
Across the available record, Taqueria Gracy has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 13, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around three violations across recent inspections versus roughly seven violations before.
“Manager or person in charge lacking proof” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
Compared to the broader Havana restaurant scene, where the average is 92, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Jan 13, 2025
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Oct 18, 2024
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of Aleve stored next to dishes on dish rack. Operator stored medicine properly during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bottle of bleach bathroom cleaner stored next to clean dish plates in three compartment sink area. Operator properly stored bleach during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink clogged with green like substance and a bucket with cleaning chemicals stored inside.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Graciela Hernandez. **Warning**
53A-02-7
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No handwashing sign at have sink next to three compartment sink.
31B-04-4
52
Jun 13, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable in multiple areas of kitchen and bathroom.
36-11-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
36-34-5
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair.
38-01-4
86
Dec 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 6-1-23 **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 cleanup procedure flyer to establishment.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Food debris on vegetable shredder.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Unable to find valid certificate for owner Gloria Portillo. Records/documents for required manager training appear to be falsified. Certificate number provided 11498337 belongs to a different certified food manager. **Warning**
53A-02-7
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. 1 employee working at time of inspection with no proof of agreement. Signed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - A minimum of one bathroom facility is not available for public use. Operator states toilets will overflow if flushed. **Admin Complaint**
32-09-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Front door to kitchen.
35B-01-4
Basic - Mop sink unusable due to plumbing disconnected. **Admin Complaint**
29-27-4
Basic - No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. On cook line.
33-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler handles soiled on cook line. Shelf over cook line hand wash sink soiled.
23-03-4
45
Apr 25, 2023
Complaint Partial
4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Beans and beef cooked 2 days ago per operator.
02C-02-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. All 3 units.
05-09-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
31B-04-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected during operation. Door to kitchen open with no screen door provided.
35B-05-4
55
Dec 19, 2022
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed a case of napkins on the floor inside the dry storage room. Observed the manager remove the case of napkins from the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a case of soda on the floor by the cash register. Observed the manager remove the case of soda from the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
90
Aug 16, 2022
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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a container of oil on the floor in the dry storage area. Observed the manager remove the oil from the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Taqueria Gracy last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Taqueria Gracy on file is from Jan 13, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Taqueria Gracy?
Across the inspection record, “manager or person in charge lacking proof” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taqueria Gracy.
How does Taqueria Gracy compare to other restaurants in Havana?
Taqueria Gracy most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Havana average of 92.
Has Taqueria Gracy's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Taqueria Gracy have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Taqueria Gracy 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 Gracy inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Taqueria Gracy is inspected around three times per year on average.
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