Torchy's Tacos

11757 Daryl Carter Pkwy, Orlando, FL 32821

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Jan 9, 2026

Score

High Risk

Public records show six inspections at Torchy's Tacos stretching back to 2024. The most recent report on file is from Jan 9, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around six violations each, up from closer to two violations before.

The pattern that stands out is “time/temperature control for safety food cold held”, which has been cited three times.

By comparison, the average Orlando facility scores 79, putting Torchy's Tacos on the weaker side. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 9, 2026

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

View 8 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. fried shrimp (114F - hot Holding); on cookline. diced chicken (114F - Hot Holding) top of make table hot holding less then four hours. Operator will increase temperature **Corrective Action Taken**

03B-01-6

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. egg wash (46-47F - Cold holding. At fry station in kitchen. In unit less then four hours. Operator will place on ice **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Improperly placed

29-42-4

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

53A-01-7

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Case of to go containers on flor in kitchen **Corrected On-Site**

25-05-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Sack of onions in kitchen **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Diablo sauce under heat lamp

06-01-5

Aug 7, 2025

Routine - Food

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

View 5 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. sour cream (48F - Cold Holding); pico (48F - Cold Holding) top of make table over night in proportioned containers. Advised operator to keep items in low boy cooler

03A-02-5

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. sour cream (48F - Cold Holding); pico (48F - Cold Holding) in top of make table overnight

01B-02-5

Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/

53A-05-6

Basic - Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. At customer beverage area **Corrected On-Site**

25-02-4

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket at machine **Corrected On-Site**

24-05-4

Jan 17, 2025

Routine - Food

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

View 4 violations

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.

29-42-4

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. sour cream (47F - Cold Holding) portion on top of make table. Less than four hours, operator closed lid to maintain temperature **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Pitcher in sink in kitchen **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Basic - No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. In prep area

33-38-4

Aug 12, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations.

View 3 violations

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Mechanically tenderized beef over who,e muscle on rack in walk-in - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-12: **Time Extended**

08A-20-5

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. At bar - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-12: **Time Extended**

31B-03-4

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At bar - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-12: **Time Extended**

31B-02-4

Aug 9, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation.

View 3 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Apr 17, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Torchy's Tacos last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Torchy's Tacos on file is from Jan 9, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Torchy's Tacos?

Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Torchy's Tacos.

How does Torchy's Tacos compare to other restaurants in Orlando?

Torchy's Tacos most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Orlando average of 79.

Has Torchy's Tacos' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Torchy's Tacos have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Torchy's Tacos 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.

How often is Torchy's Tacos inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Torchy's Tacos is inspected around three times per year on average.

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