Taqueria La Carcacha

4743 N Us 441, Lake City, FL 32055

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Apr 12, 2024

Score

High Risk

Inspectors have visited Taqueria La Carcacha three times, with records going back to 2023. The most recent visit was on Apr 12, 2024. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones. Public records show no inspections at Taqueria La Carcacha since Apr 12, 2024, so this file may not reflect current conditions.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around nine violations per visit versus roughly four violations earlier in the record.

That's lower than the typical Lake City restaurant, which scores around 80. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 12, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 9 violations

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. Wiping cloth sani-bucket solution chlrorine - 200+ppm. Manager remixed to 50ppm. **Corrected On-Site**

41-15-5

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. No vacuum breaker on water connection hose. Manager located one on truck and installed. **Corrected On-Site**

29-34-4

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit on truck for sani-bucket or three compartment sink. Inspector gave operator small supply of test strips. **Corrective Action Taken**

16-37-1

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained with mold-like substance.

22-02-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwash sink blocked with bags and single-service containers. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood and filters soiled with grease accumulation.

23-03-4

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Single-service trays not inverted or protected. Manager inverted and covered. **Corrected On-Site**

25-06-4

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium/propane tanks not adequately secured. Propane tank freestanding outside of truck unsecured.

51-11-4

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table.

12B-07-4

Mar 29, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed

FL-27

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Feb 1, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taqueria La Carcacha last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taqueria La Carcacha on file is from Apr 12, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Taqueria La Carcacha compare to other restaurants in Lake City?

Taqueria La Carcacha most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Lake City average of 80.

Has Taqueria La Carcacha's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Taqueria La Carcacha have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Taqueria La Carcacha 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.

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