Taqueria Los Japalenos Hammocks
Last inspected: Mar 2, 2026
22
Score
The health department has logged nine inspections at Taqueria Los Japalenos Hammocks, the earliest from 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 2, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around 16 violations to closer to 10 violations per visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled”, showing up five times.
The city-wide average sits at 74, which Taqueria Los Japalenos Hammocks' 22 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
9
Inspections
5
Critical latest
3
Major latest
9
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 2, 2026
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee donned gloves without handwashing; operator coached on proper procedure.
12A-07-5
High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed bread stored in a nonfood grade bag inside chest reach in freezer.
14-15-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored directly next to a naked cake inside a reach-in cooler next to mixing machine. Coached employee the correct procedure of storage.
08A-08-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef empanadas at 117 F. As per operator less than an hour. Operator reheated. Final Temperature 147F. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a gallon of Clorox and a gallon of dish detergent stored on top of chest reach in freezer.
41-10-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper at hand washing sink next to coffee station. Also observed no paper at hand washing sink sink at prep area next to mixer machine. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures of cooked time/temperature control for safety food.
05-13-5
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed water filtration device with no service date at counter next to coffee machine.
29-28-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine at front counter soiled with mold like substance.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled inside kitchen area.
36-34-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee items stored on top of uncovered jar of orange juice at reach in cooler located under coffee machine. Also observed personal phones stored on top of prep table inside kitchen area.
40-06-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a box of oranges stored on floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at chest reach in freezer located inside kitchen area.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed plastic cup with handle not stored above food in flour bin.
10-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filter soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed accumulated grease observed on the rear wall of the ovens.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towels at hand wash sink not stored in sanitizer solution.
21-12-4
22
Feb 25, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed pastries filled with cream at front counter display with no written plan. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-25: **Time Extended**
03F-10-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board on prep table with deep grooves and black marks no longer easily cleaned. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-25: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
86
Sep 12, 2025
Routine - Food
5 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer on prep table at kitchen area soiled with food debris. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a metal pans in handwashing sink at cook line. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed more than four employees at the time of inspection without a certified food manager present. **Warning**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed pastries filled with cream at front counter display with no written plan. **Warning**
03F-10-5
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed water filtration device with no service date at counter next to coffee machine. **Warning**
29-28-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed current license no displayed. License displayed expired October 1st, 2024. Employee printed and hung current license during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board on prep table with deep grooves and black marks no longer easily cleaned. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior microwave soiled with food debris. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket at triple door reach in cooler, soiled with debris . **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed prepared sandwiches in reach in cooler at kitchen area not covered. Observed salsa at triple door reach in cooler not covered at kitchen area. **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine at front counter soiled with mold like substance. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed metal pans on shelves over ware washing area not inverted. **Warning**
24-05-4
43
Mar 31, 2025
Routine - Food
7 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 18 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed employee not able to answer questions on thermometer calibration. Coached employee on proper procedures. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-31: **Time Extended**
53B-16-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-31: 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. **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed handwash sink removed at front counter. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-31: Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed handwash sink removed at front counter. **Admin Complaint**
31A-04-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sanitizer bucket stored in handwashing sink at front counter. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-31: **Time Extended**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-31: **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Food manager certified arrived during Inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-31: No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Food manager certified arrived during Inspection. **Time Extended**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-31: **Admin Complaint**
51-16-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles in kitchen soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-31: Observed ceiling tiles in kitchen soiled. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee thermos stored on preparation table in baking area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-31: **Time Extended**
12B-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee lunchbox stored in reach in cooler near customer desserts. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-31: Observed employee lunchbox stored in reach in cooler near customer desserts. **Time Extended**
40-06-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed frosting stored on floor in baking area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-31: **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-31: **Time Extended**
10-20-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed inside kitchen. Operator removed towel. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-31: **Time Extended**
21-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front counter. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-31: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed chicken empanadas in reach in freezer uncovered. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-31: **Time Extended**
08B-12-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed at mop sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-31: **Time Extended**
42-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed throughout entire establishment. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-31: **Time Extended**
21-12-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed male employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-31: **Time Extended**
13-04-4
29
Jan 28, 2025
Routine - Food
10 major violations. 16 minor violations.
View 26 violations
Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed employee not able to answer questions on thermometer calibration. Coached employee on proper procedures. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
53B-16-4
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. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed ice scoop soiled in ice bin. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed handwash sink removed at front counter. **Warning**
31A-04-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sanitizer bucket stored in handwashing sink at front counter. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Food manager certified arrived during Inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
51-16-7
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at back kitchen area. **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter and back kitchen area. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink. Observed 3cs soiled with old food debris in baking area. **Warning**
16-07-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic container used as scoop inside flour and sugar in baking area. **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles in kitchen soiled. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee thermos stored on preparation table in baking area. **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee lunchbox stored in reach in cooler near customer desserts. **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed male employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Warning**
13-04-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed frosting stored on floor in baking area. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil in standing water at coffee station reaching 70F. Employee removed utensils. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-07-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed inside kitchen. Operator removed towel. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-04-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front counter. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed all reach in cooler gaskets soiled in kitchen area. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed chicken empanadas in reach in freezer uncovered. **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed at mop sink. **Warning**
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed throughout entire establishment. **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed cup of sugar unlabeled at coffee station. Also observed bottles on oil near stove unlabeled. **Warning**
02D-01-5
17
Jul 3, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
78
Nov 27, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
5 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
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.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled with old food debris.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen.
31B-02-4
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.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed near service window. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-06-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed near kitchen entrance.
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent with heavy accumulation of dust above dry storage shelves at kitchen entrance. Observed ceiling soiled with food debris near ware washing area.
36-34-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knives between wall and 3 compartment sink. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at reach in cooler at cook line.
05-09-4
47
Mar 17, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. sausage (53 F - Cold Holding); beans (57F - Cold Holding); corn (55 F - Cold Holding) As per manager these were left from last night around 11:00 Pm over 9 hours ago. - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-17: Observed diced cooked beef 74°F; Pork Al Pastor 74°F; shredded pork 72°F; Beef barbecue 74°F; chicken diced 73°F; chorizo shredded 75°F. As per employee they always leave food outside because it's too hot to place in refrigerator. **Admin Complaint**
01B-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards soiled reach in cooler next to upright coolers. - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-17: Observed cutting boards soiled reach in cooler next to upright coolers. **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed three compartment sink no how water. Water at 81F after running for 4 minutes. Person in charge said the hot water was closed at bar area, due to damaged pipe. - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-17: Observed three compartment sink no how water. Water at 81F after running for 4 minutes. Person in charge said the hot water was closed at bar area, due to damaged pipe. **Time Extended**
27-06-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water in hand washing sink next to service window. Water was at 82F after running for 4 minutes. Person in charge said hot water was cut off to the hand sink and three compartment sink at the front area. - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-17: Observed no hot water in hand washing sink next to service window. Water was at 82F after running for 4 minutes. Person in charge said hot water was cut off to the hand sink and three compartment sink at the front area. **Time Extended**
27-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine inside at water filtration has a mold like substance, as well as on the ice scoop handle. - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-17: Ice machine inside at water filtration has a mold like substance, as well as on the ice scoop handle. **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout the kitchen area - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-17: Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout the kitchen area **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. At reach in cooler next to upright coolers. - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-17: Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer in reach in coolers, upright coolers or freezers. - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-17: Observed no ambient thermometer in reach in coolers, upright coolers or freezers. **Time Extended**
05-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Upright coolers. - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-17: Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Upright coolers. **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed a patch of unsealed floor in front of three compartment sink - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-17: Observed a patch of unsealed floor in front of three compartment sink **Time Extended**
36-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottles with sauces ready to use not labeled at grill area and reach in cooler. - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-17: Observed squeeze bottles with sauces ready to use not labeled at grill area and reach in cooler. **Time Extended**
02D-01-5
45
Oct 19, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
45
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Taqueria Los Japalenos Hammocks last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Taqueria Los Japalenos Hammocks on file is from Mar 2, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Taqueria Los Japalenos Hammocks?
Across the inspection record, “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Taqueria Los Japalenos Hammocks.
How does Taqueria Los Japalenos Hammocks compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Taqueria Los Japalenos Hammocks most recently scored 22 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Taqueria Los Japalenos Hammocks' inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Taqueria Los Japalenos Hammocks have averaged around 10 violations per visit, down from roughly 16 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Taqueria Los Japalenos Hammocks 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 Los Japalenos Hammocks inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Taqueria Los Japalenos Hammocks is inspected around three times per year on average.
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