Taqueria Las Tarascas

10 Sw 14 Ave, Homestead, FL 33030

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Mar 6, 2024

Score

High Risk

Public records show three inspections at Taqueria Las Tarascas stretching back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 6, 2024. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection. The file hasn't been updated since Mar 6, 2024, so take the current picture with that in mind.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around 11 violations to closer to nine violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing”, which has been cited two times.

The city-wide average sits at 70, which Taqueria Las Tarascas' 37 doesn't quite reach. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 6, 2024

Routine - Food

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

View 9 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken (47 F - Cold Holding). As per operator food was placed 3 hours ago. Operator placed chicken inside the reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**

03A-02-5

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pork (114 F - Hot Holding) on top of the grill. As per operator for less than 1 hour. Operator reaheated pork to 200° F. **Corrected On-Site**

03B-01-6

High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee called operator and then engaged in food preparation without washing hands.

12A-29-4

High Priority - Raw sewage on ground of establishment. Observed raw sewage on ground of the parking lot where the food truck is located. Operator closed the valve. **Corrected On-Site**

28-13-5

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sanitizer bucket was stored inside the hand wash sink.

31A-11-4

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Repeat Violation**

16-37-1

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.

31B-02-4

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed both employees without hair restraint.

13-03-4

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from pipe used for waste water. Operator closed the valve. **Corrected On-Site**

29-11-4

Aug 30, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed

FL-27

Sep 8, 2022

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 8 minor violations.

View 15 violations

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef at reach in freezer. Operator moved the raw chicken to the bottom part. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

08A-17-6

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw beef stored inside of nonfood grade bag at reach in freezer. Operator was informed that the bag need to be changed. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

14-31-5

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken stored over cooked pork at reach in freezer. Operator relocated the products. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

08A-02-6

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed water at 80°F at hand wash sink. The operator turn on the water heater. Final temperature 101°F. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

27-16-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed sanitizer bucket stored on the hand wash sink. Operator moved the sanitizer bucket to the front of the MFDV. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sponges and brush stored inside of hand wash sink. Operator removed the sponges and the brush. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

31A-11-4

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

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**

50-09-4

Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Warning**

13-04-4

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Warning**

13-03-4

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. **Warning**

05-09-4

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed beans container not covered at reach in freezer. Operator covered the product. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

08B-12-5

Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed vegetables stored over cooked soup at reach in cooler. Operator moved the soup to the top. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

08B-17-4

Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed chlorine sanitizer solution at 0ppm. Operator added chlorine sanitizer solution to get 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

21-07-4

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pans and pot not stored inverted on a shelf under stove. Operator started to inverted the pans and pots. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

24-05-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taqueria Las Tarascas last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taqueria Las Tarascas on file is from Mar 6, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taqueria Las Tarascas?

Across the inspection record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taqueria Las Tarascas.

How does Taqueria Las Tarascas compare to other restaurants in Homestead?

Taqueria Las Tarascas most recently scored 37 out of 100, which is lower than the Homestead average of 70.

Has Taqueria Las Tarascas' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Taqueria Las Tarascas have averaged around nine violations per visit, down from roughly 11 earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Taqueria Las Tarascas 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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