Taqueria San Jose

1003 Rifle Range Rd, Winter Haven, FL 33880
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Feb 3, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk

Taqueria San Jose appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2023. Taqueria San Jose was last inspected on Feb 3, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near one violation per visit.

The city-wide average for Winter Haven sits at 88, putting Taqueria San Jose on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 3, 2026
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Spoon handle in cheese operator removed, washed and sanitize spoon. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
95
Sep 30, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In ice in the black reach in freezer Operator removed scoop **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
95
Feb 21, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
86
Aug 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knives stored between wall and three compartment sink. Operator removed knives. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
95
Jan 23, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical stored next to ketchup, Fanta, and lemon juice. Removed from chemicals. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
86
Sep 1, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
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Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
86
Apr 4, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On Prep area.
14-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. The back panel of the grill.
23-03-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. In black reach in cooler.
02D-01-5
86
Mar 23, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener
22-02-4
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taqueria San Jose last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taqueria San Jose on file is from Feb 3, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

How does Taqueria San Jose compare to other restaurants in Winter Haven?

Taqueria San Jose most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Winter Haven average of 88.

Has Taqueria San Jose's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taqueria San Jose have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Taqueria San Jose 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 San Jose inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Taqueria San Jose is inspected around three times per year on average.