Tiagos Tacos
Last inspected: Mar 9, 2026
64
Score
Going back to 2023, Tiagos Tacos has 10 inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Mar 9, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around five violations, down from roughly nine violations earlier in the record.
Looking across the full record, “reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface” is the recurring theme, flagged five times.
Restaurants in Miami average 74, so Tiagos Tacos trails the local norm. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
10
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 9, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed can of pesticide spray for household use only stored at chemical rack area in back kitchen. Operator discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
41-05-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed clear spray bottle containing sanitizer with no label stored at chemical rack in back kitchen area. Operator labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - A minimum of one bathroom facility is not available for public use. Observed unisex restroom for employees and customers not available. Operator called technician and repair toilet issue. **Corrected On-Site**
32-09-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed reach in chest freezer in back kitchen area with ice buildup.
14-69-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed hand wash sink located next to three compartment sink leaking water underneath.
29-08-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler located in back kitchen area with rusted shelves.
14-33-4
64
Oct 9, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food debris inside hand wash sink next to three compartment sink. Operator removed food debris. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler located across the three compartment sink with torn gaskets.
14-11-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler located across the cook line with soiled interior. Operator wiped down. **Corrected On-Site**
22-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler located across three compartment sink with rusted shelves.
14-33-4
78
Feb 21, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
67
Nov 1, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp stored over cheese. Manger reorganized and properly stored raw product under ready to eat food at reach in cooler.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-3
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee wash hands at three compartment sink.
12A-03-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed food debris on shelves inside reach in cooler located in front of three compartment sink.
22-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rust on shelves inside reach in cooler at cook line, across from cook line and across from 3 compartment sink.
14-33-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall and ceiling tiles above hood soiled with grease.
36-27-5
52
Apr 30, 2024
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Observed establishment utilizes quaternary sanitizer and has chlorine test strips. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-30: Observed establishment utilizes quaternary sanitizer and has chlorine test strips. **Time Extended**
16-32-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures of received time/temperature control for safety food. As per manager establishment does not utilize probe thermometer when receiving TCS foods. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-30: As per manager establishment does not utilize probe thermometer when receiving TCS foods. **Time Extended**
05-12-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the side and top of the exit door in back area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-30: Exterior door has a gap at the side and top of the exit door in back area **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wiping cloth stored on counter at cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-30: Observed wiping cloth stored on counter at cook line. **Time Extended**
21-12-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler across from fryer and reach in cooler in prep area both with rusted shelves. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-30: Observed reach in cooler across from fryer and reach in cooler in prep area both with rusted shelves. **Time Extended**
14-33-4
70
Apr 29, 2024
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed raw chicken (45F - Cold Holding); raw beef (46F - Cold Holding); birria sauce (46F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler across from fryer. As per manager, since 4 days prior. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. shredded cheese (45F - Cold Holding) as per manager for one hour; raw chicken (45F - Cold Holding); raw beef (46F - Cold Holding); birria sauce (46F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler across from fryer. As per manager, since 4 days prior. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed black beans (120F - Hot Holding); corn (130F - Hot Holding) at steam table. As per manager, for approximately 1 hour. Advised manager to reheat products to 165F. **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed three live flying insects on top of preparation table at cook line. Observed one live flying insect inside of three compartment sink. Observed one live flying insect land on package of tortillas at cook line, manager voluntarily discarded tortillas. Observed three live flying insects flying around garbage in kitchen area. Manager sanitized all surfaces. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
35A-02-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink blocked by garbage can and containers of cooking oil. **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Observed establishment utilizes quaternary sanitizer and has chlorine test strips. **Warning**
16-32-5
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures of received time/temperature control for safety food. As per manager establishment does not utilize probe thermometer when receiving TCS foods. **Warning**
05-12-5
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee beverage and food stored inside reach in cooler across from three compartment sink **Warning**
08B-49-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the side and top of the exit door in back area. **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Observed wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wiping cloth stored on counter at cook line. **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler across from fryer and reach in cooler in prep area both with shelves soiled with old food debris. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler across from fryer and reach in cooler in prep area both with rusted shelves. **Warning**
14-33-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed chips stored under prep table not covered. Manager covered product. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-12-5
30
Mar 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. Observed hot water with low pressure at hand sink at kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-04: Observed hot water with low pressure at hand sink at kitchen. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-05: Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. Observed hot water with low pressure at hand sink at kitchen. **Time Extended**
27-19-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at sides and bottom of back exit door. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-04: Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at sides and bottom of back exit door. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-05: Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at sides and bottom of back exit door. **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
86
Jan 4, 2024
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Required employee training provided by an unapproved provider. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee training for Walewska provided by e food trainer, an unapproved provider. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-04: Observed employee training for Walewska provided by e food trainer, an unapproved provider. **Time Extended**
53B-03-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. Observed hot water with low pressure at hand sink at kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-04: Observed hot water with low pressure at hand sink at kitchen. **Time Extended**
27-19-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 food employees Walewska and Melani employed more than 60 days, no proof of approved employee training. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-04: Observed food employees Walewska and Melani employed more than 60 days, no proof of approved employee training. **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Probe thermometer not within the intended measuring range of use. Observed probe thermometer does not read below 50F. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-04: Observed probe thermometer does not read below 50F. **Time Extended**
05-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-04: Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at sides and bottom of back exit door. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-04: Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at sides and bottom of back exit door. **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at preparation cooler at cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-04: Observed standing water inside preparation cooler at cook line. **Time Extended**
29-49-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed at hand sink at kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-04: Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed at hand sink at kitchen. **Time Extended**
29-20-5
55
Jan 3, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sausage (54F - Cold Holding); shredded beef (51F - Cold Holding) at 2 door reach in cooler near kitchen entrance. As per person in charge unit was turned off for approximately 10 minutes. Observed cut tomatoes (47F - Cold Holding) at preparation cooler at cook line. As per person in charge, for 2 hours. **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed milk shake mixer wand soiled with old food debris at front counter. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. Observed hot water with low pressure at hand sink at kitchen. **Warning**
27-19-4
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 food employees Walewska and Melani employed more than 60 days, no proof of approved employee training. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed person in charge unaware of the maximum cold holding temperature. Discussed with person in charge. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
53A-14-4
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not within the intended measuring range of use. Observed probe thermometer does not read below 50F. **Warning**
05-03-4
Intermediate - Required employee training provided by an unapproved provider. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee training for Walewska provided by e food trainer, an unapproved provider. **Warning**
53B-03-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed food employee preparing food not wearing hair restraint. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at sides and bottom of back exit door. **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled at preparation cooler at cook line. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed self closing mechanism detached at back exit door. **Warning**
35B-03-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at preparation cooler at cook line. **Warning**
29-49-6
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed at hand sink at kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
29-20-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at cook line. **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service trays not inverted on storage shelves at cook line. **Warning**
25-06-4
30
Apr 24, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
5 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed container of cleaner not labeled near 3 compartment sink.
41-17-4
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.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine.
16-32-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
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
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in ceiling above reach in cooler across from fryer.
36-24-5
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan cover soiled with black substance at reach in cooler across from fryer.
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service trays not inverted at cook line.
25-06-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed at hand sink at kitchen.
29-20-5
Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser.
25-27-4
39
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tiagos Tacos last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Tiagos Tacos on file is from Mar 9, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tiagos Tacos?
Across the inspection record, “reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Tiagos Tacos.
How does Tiagos Tacos compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Tiagos Tacos most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Tiagos Tacos' inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Tiagos Tacos have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Tiagos Tacos 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 Tiagos Tacos inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Tiagos Tacos is inspected around three times per year on average.
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