Taste of Dade

794 E Duval St, Lake City, FL 32055
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Feb 24, 2026
70
Score
Medium Risk

Public records show five inspections at Taste of Dade stretching back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 24, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near six violations per visit across recent inspections.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “food-contact surface soiled with food debris”, showing up two times.

Compared to other Lake City restaurants (averaging 80), there's room to close the gap. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 24, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
70
Nov 7, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
55
Dec 1, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish fillets over fries in reach-in cooler. Operator moved fish. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 flies flying around water heater.
35A-02-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board stained.
22-02-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled. Reach-in cooler gasket soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Cutting board on reach-in cooler with burn marks.
14-11-5
58
Jun 9, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
70
Sep 23, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. rice (66F - Cold Holding) operator stated he just had an order so container was set out for a little bit, item was in cooler and the lid removed so it can properly cool down. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Sifter and spatulas in Handwash sink. Operator moved items. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior small reach in cooler.
22-02-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Cutting board with multiple scratch marks due too tenderizing conch.
14-11-5
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taste of Dade last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taste of Dade on file is from Feb 24, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taste of Dade?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taste of Dade.

How does Taste of Dade compare to other restaurants in Lake City?

Taste of Dade most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Lake City average of 80.

Has Taste of Dade's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taste of Dade have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

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

How often is Taste of Dade inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Taste of Dade is inspected roughly once per year on average.