Taqueria Leon 1

174 Nw 79 St, Miami, FL 33150

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Sep 30, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

The health department has logged four inspections at Taqueria Leon 1, the earliest from 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Sep 30, 2025. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around six violations per visit lately, up from roughly two violations before.

Looking across the full record, “spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

By comparison, the average Miami facility scores 74, putting Taqueria Leon 1 on the weaker side. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Sep 30, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Metal stem-type thermometer soiled. Observed probe thermometer soiled with grease. Manager cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

22-12-5

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no hand soap at handwashing

31B-03-4

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with degreaser not labeled under 3 compartment sink. Manager labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at handwashing sink. Manager provided during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on the floor next rin3 compartment sink, Manager cleaned dry during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

36-22-4

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind preparation table soiled with water marks, Manager cleaned properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

36-27-5

Apr 17, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in cooler next to service window.

14-33-4

Oct 8, 2024

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips on premises.

16-37-1

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink. Manager provided paper towels during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with bleach not labeled under 3 compartment sink.

41-17-4

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

Jun 20, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taqueria Leon 1 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taqueria Leon 1 on file is from Sep 30, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taqueria Leon 1?

Across the inspection record, “spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taqueria Leon 1.

How does Taqueria Leon 1 compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Taqueria Leon 1 most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.

Has Taqueria Leon 1's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Taqueria Leon 1 have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Taqueria Leon 1 means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

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