Oax-Mex Taqueria
Last inspected: Mar 2, 2026
58
Score
Public records show six inspections at Oax-Mex Taqueria stretching back to 2024. The most recent report on file is from Mar 2, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around seven violations each.
When inspectors have written things up, “physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean” has been the most frequent reason, cited six times.
Restaurants in Monroe average 80, so Oax-Mex Taqueria trails the local norm. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 2, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
10D - food properly labeled; original container
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Bulk sour cream in 2-door reach-in not discarded after manufactures expiration date of February 10th 2026. COS:PIC discarded container.
511-6-1.04(8)(b)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed back kitchen handwash sink being used as a dump sink. CA: PIC instructed to re-train employees to not dump items into sink. COS:PIC cleared out sink.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
10D - food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Seasoning blends on grill line and water, oil, and butter bottles on grill line not labeled with common name.
511-6-1.04(4)(d)
11C - approved thawing methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Slab of meat in meat sink not thawing under continuous running water. COS:PIC turned on water to allow for adequate thawing.
511-6-1.04(6)(c)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Aluminum foil lining dry storage shelf
511-6-1.05(1)(a)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Household Hamilton beach mixer being used.
511-6-1.05(1)(a)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Trash buildup in dumpster area which could attract pest.
511-6-1.06(5)(r)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Flooring chipped throughout kitchen (under prep-cooler, all in dish room floor area, next to reach-in freezer).
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
58
Sep 15, 2025
Followup
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Lights out at vent-hood above stove
511-6-1.07(3)(f)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
Inspector notes: Observed Employee tumbler being stored on top of prep-cooler on counter. CA:PIC instructed to only allow employees drinks in a disposable cup with lid and straw to prevent contamination. COS:PIC removed cup and sanitized surface.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Inspection score not visibly displayed for customers
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Cutting boards heavily marked/scored in kitchen
511-6-1.05(6)(b)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Dumpster area has heavy trash build-up which could attract pests
511-6-1.06(5)(r)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Flooring chipped throughout kitchen (under prep-cooler, all in dish room floor area, next to reach-in freezer)
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
74
Aug 11, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed walk-in cooler and prep cooler that has multiple potentially hazardous foods* not holding at 41 degrees (F) or below. CA:PIC instructed to discard all potentially hazardous foods in both walk in and prep coolers that were made yesterday, and to voluntarily close until service tech can come out & service unit. COS:PIC discarded items and closed restaurant and will call back tomorrow (8/12/25) for re-opening.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Observed hot dogs and milk located in prep-cooler and 2-door reach-in respectively with a discard date of 8/9/25 not thrown out. CA:PIC instructed to discard all potentially hazardous foods after 7 days from opening. COS PIC discarded both items.
511-6-1.04(6)(h)
10D - food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Bottles of oil, water,and liquid butter out of original packaging not labeled
511-6-1.04(4)(d)
14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used
Inspector notes: Disposable single-service cups at front cash register not in protective liner
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Walk-in cooler and prep-cooler not holding foods to 41 degrees(F) or below. Service tech has been called and will be fixed within 24 hours
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Tiles chipping throughout kitchen area
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed weevels in bulk flour container. COS:PIC discarded bulk flour and washed, rinsed, sanitized container.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Back door doesn't completely self-close/self-lock
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
55
Feb 13, 2025
Followup
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed refried beans and queso in steamtable not hot-holding to 135 degrees F or higher. CA: PIC informed that items were placed more than 2 hours in unit. Due to items exceeding the the 2 hour time frame, PIC was instructed to discard food and raise water level to allow temperature in hot-holding well to maintain temps to 135 or higher. COS: PIC discarded items and raised water level in unit.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
5-2 - consumer advisory provided for raw and undercooked foods
Inspector notes: Observed two pans of ceviche located in both 2-door reach-in fridge and bottom of prep-cooler in kitchen not on menu. CA: PIC instructed to submit new menu with correct consumer advisory for ceviche due to item being raw.
511-6-1-.04(7)(e)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed evidence of dirt buildup inside carnival king drink mixers at front service station. CA: PIC instructed to increase cleaning frequency of machine to prevent buildup.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed cutting boards were heavily marked in kitchen
511-6-1.05(6)(b)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed warped lid on grill and warped silicone spatula in 3-compartment sink
511-6-1.05(6)(q)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Ceiling fan dirty in kitchen; Tiles chipping throughout kitchen area.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Employee phone stored on top of prep-cooler; employee drinks stored in dry goods area; Employee clothing stored in dry goods storage.
511-6-1.07(5)(j)
58
Jan 13, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Observed hot dogs in prep cooler and chicken legs in walk in cooler past the 7 day date mark. CA: PIC instructed to inventory foods daily. COS: PIC threw away foods.
511-6-1.04(6)(h)
2-1B - hands clean and properly washed
Inspector notes: Observed food employees on line cooking, then throwing items out, then going out back door to throw away produce outside, then proceeding to cook again without changing gloves. CA: PIC instructed to retrain employees to change gloves when switching tasks. COS: Employees removed soiled gloves, washed hands, and changed gloves
511-6-1.03(5)(c)
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
Inspector notes: Employee medicine and vitamins stored on front prep table; liquid cold medicine stored in between food and dry storage. CA: PIC instructed to keep all medicines away from food areas. COS: PIC removed medicines
511-6-1.07(6)(o)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Observed 2 cartons of milk in 2-door reach in cooler past manufacturer's expiration date of 01-10-25
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
11C - approved thawing methods used
Inspector notes: Chicken not thawing under continuous water in 3-compartment sink
511-6-1.04(6)(c)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Hamilton Beach microwave not NSF approved
511-6-1.5
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Hand washing sink hot water handle broken
511-6-1.06(2)(r)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Flooring throughout kitchen chipped and cracked; ceiling fan dirty above prep table
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Hanging fly traps above meat and veggie sink
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
47
Jun 13, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
Inspector notes: Observed multiple bottles of purox bleach under 3-compartment sink and in dry storage not commercial. CA: PIC instructed to obtain commercial bleach.
511-6-1.07(6)(g)
10D - food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Observed all seasoning containers on seasoning shelf near stove in bulk containers not labeled with common name.
511-6-1.04(4)(d)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Hamilton beach microwave not nsf-approved.
511-6-1.05(1)(a)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Dumpster/grease receptacle area dirty with grease & litter
511-6-1.06(5)(q)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Floor chipping near prep-cooler, stove, & 3-compartment sink
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Oax-Mex Taqueria last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Oax-Mex Taqueria on file is from Mar 2, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Oax-Mex Taqueria?
Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Oax-Mex Taqueria.
How does Oax-Mex Taqueria compare to other restaurants in Monroe?
Oax-Mex Taqueria most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Monroe average of 80.
Has Oax-Mex Taqueria's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Oax-Mex Taqueria have averaged around seven violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Oax-Mex Taqueria 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 Oax-Mex Taqueria inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Oax-Mex Taqueria is inspected around three times per year on average.
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