Taqueria La Chona
Last inspected: Mar 24, 2026
52
Score
Taqueria La Chona appears in inspection records six times, starting in 2023. The most recent visit was on Mar 24, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near six violations per visit.
“Food-contact surface soiled with food debris” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
By comparison, the average Tavares facility scores 65, putting Taqueria La Chona on the weaker side. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
6
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 24, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Per operator from day prior. Cooked Pork (52F - Cooling); Cooked Chicken (51F - Cooling)
03D-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw Sell eggs over sauces in reach in cooler. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. White cutting board cutting board on prep table.
22-02-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor behind the flat top grill Floor behind the stove **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. In chest freezer at front counter
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Handwashing sink soiled. Reach in cooler gaskets. Prep cooler gasket. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler interior Prep cooler interior. **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
52
Sep 3, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Oven cleaner and great trap treatments stored next to cases of soda. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Long white cutting board on prep table. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall in the corner of kitchen next to flat top grill
36-27-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of coolers and freezer in the kitchen
23-03-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vent in the kitchen
36-34-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor in the corner of kitchen next to flat top grill.
36-73-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler in the kitchen
22-16-4
61
Apr 22, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. - raw beef steaks stored over ready to eat foods. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - white cutting board on make line. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. - microwave in kitchen
22-08-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. - bulk sugar
02D-01-5
70
Nov 6, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. - Raw beef stored over raw pork. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. -Tortillas stored in retail bag in reaching cooler.
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. - raw bacon over unwashed vegetables **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - white cutting board on make line
22-02-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. - Grista reach in cooler in kitchen area.
22-16-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. - raw beef set out at room temperature. Operator place in reaching cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
45
Feb 14, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. -raw chicken and beef stored in retail bags in freezer unit in kitchen area.
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -Raw chicken stored over raw beef in cold holding unit in kitchen area. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -Back door.
35B-01-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer at front counter.
14-69-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. - vegetables stored over ready to eat foods in cold holding unit in kitchen area. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-17-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
61
Sep 13, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Taqueria La Chona last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Taqueria La Chona on file is from Mar 24, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Taqueria La Chona?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Taqueria La Chona.
How does Taqueria La Chona compare to other restaurants in Tavares?
Taqueria La Chona most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Tavares average of 65.
Has Taqueria La Chona's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taqueria La Chona have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Taqueria La Chona 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 La Chona inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Taqueria La Chona is inspected around two times per year on average.
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