Taqueria Pasadita

2285 Us Hwy 17 N, Wauchula, FL 33873
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Apr 17, 2026
39
Score
High Risk

There aren't many inspections to draw from yet: just two so far. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 17, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around two violations to closer to 10 violations.

The pattern that stands out is “no chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer”, which has been cited two times.

Restaurants in Wauchula average 70, so Taqueria Pasadita trails the local norm. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

2
Inspections
2
Critical latest
5
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 17, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed pans lined with carry out bags on the steam table with food in it. **Warning**
14-31-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand washing sink, operator replaced. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no towels at hand washing sink, operator replaced. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning**
05-08-4
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. Observed no proof of any training for M. Bautista, D. Mendoza, and H. Chavez. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. **Warning**
50-04-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knive between reach in cooler and prep table, operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-17-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed both cutting boards grooved. **Warning**
14-09-4
39
Apr 2, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taqueria Pasadita last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taqueria Pasadita on file is from Apr 17, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taqueria Pasadita?

Across the inspection record, “no chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taqueria Pasadita.

How does Taqueria Pasadita compare to other restaurants in Wauchula?

Taqueria Pasadita most recently scored 39 out of 100, which is lower than the Wauchula average of 70.

Has Taqueria Pasadita's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Taqueria Pasadita have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Taqueria Pasadita 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.