Taqueria Queretaro

516 S Brevard Avenue, Arcadia, FL 34266

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Sep 18, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Taqueria Queretaro five times, with records going back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Sep 18, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

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

The most common issue across all inspections has been “screen in door torn/in poor repair - vermin present”, showing up two times.

Compared to the broader Arcadia restaurant scene, this is about average. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 18, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Jun 9, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed pineapple and cabbage in carry out bags in the reach in cooler. **Warning**

14-31-5

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed window cleaner by bottle soda drinks under the counter. **Warning**

41-10-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed owner filling up bottle at the hand washing sink, educated on why you can only wash your hands there. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

31A-11-4

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**

53A-01-7

Basic - Screen in door torn/in poor repair - vermin present. Observed screen door is torn towards the bottom. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

35B-09-4

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop in the ice, owner took out. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

10-08-5

Feb 21, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.

View 9 violations

High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed cook cooking then change tasks without changing her gloves, educated on importance of handwashing and changing gloves, washed hands and changed gloves. **Corrective Action Taken**

12A-09-4

Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Expired 2/102024.

53A-03-7

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. Printed operator a copy and had signed before end of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**

11-26-1

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed a cooler with ice had handle in the ice, operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

10-08-5

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave with old food debris.

22-08-4

Basic - Screen in door torn/in poor repair . Observed screen door torn near door handle.

35B-09-4

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed cook wearing bracelet while cooking, she removed it. **Corrected On-Site**

13-07-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket in reach in cooler separating from the door.

14-11-5

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed two containers of bread on the floor, operator picked up. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

08B-38-4

May 22, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Expired 2/11/2024

53A-03-7

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Using Quaternary Ammonia for dishwashing and no test strips available.

16-37-1

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bag of onions on floor. Operator put on shelf. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

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.

50-04-4

Dec 27, 2022

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.basin blocked with single service. Corrected by removing items. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

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. Inspector provided at inspection via email. **Corrected On-Site**

11-27-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed broken gasket and door not sealed fully at beverage air freezer.

14-11-5

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.

50-04-4

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.

13-07-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taqueria Queretaro last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taqueria Queretaro on file is from Sep 18, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taqueria Queretaro?

Across the inspection record, “screen in door torn/in poor repair - vermin present” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taqueria Queretaro.

How does Taqueria Queretaro compare to other restaurants in Arcadia?

Taqueria Queretaro most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Arcadia average of 77.

Has Taqueria Queretaro's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Taqueria Queretaro have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Taqueria Queretaro means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Taqueria Queretaro inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Taqueria Queretaro is inspected around two times per year on average.

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