La Familia Tacos

750 W Shore Rd, Warwick, RI 02889

Mexican / Latin

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Mar 3, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged four inspections at La Familia Tacos, the earliest from 2023. On Mar 3, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean”, which has been cited four times.

La Familia Tacos' latest score of 90 sits above the Warwick average of 86. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 3, 2026

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The floor in the kitchen area is in poor repair (tiles observed to be cracked and chipped exposing the sub floor). The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The basement area was observed to have an accumulation of soil residue, debris, and droppings. The physical facilities must be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and aid in pest control program.

6-501.12

Jan 22, 2025

Re-Inspection

2 minor violations.

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Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The floor in the kitchen area is in poor repair (tiles observed to be cracked and chipped exposing the sub floor). The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Light bulbs not shatter-resistant or protected

Inspector notes: Protective shielding is not provided for the lights in the kitchen area. Light bulbs must be shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant in areas where there is exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; or unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.

6-202.11

Jan 8, 2025

Routine

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

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Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

Inspector notes: Pulled Pork was observed held at 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Pulled Pork was voluntarily disposed of at the time of inspection.

3-501.16(A)

Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded

Inspector notes: Garlic Sauce prepared on site was observed held beyond 7 days from the date of preparation. Food items prepared on site are to be held for no longer than 7 days unless frozen. Garlic Sauce was voluntarily disposed of at the time of inspection.

3-501.18

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, several sauces were observed held beyond 7 days from the date of preparation marked on the container. Per the PIC, the sauces were previously frozen after the date of preparation. PIC is to re-date the containers for 6 days from the date of thawing if the item was prepared and frozen as day 1.

3-501.17

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The floor in the kitchen area is in poor repair (tiles observed to be cracked and chipped exposing the sub floor). The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Light bulbs not shatter-resistant or protected

6-202.11

Sep 27, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Various foods were observed held at 50-51 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Food was prepped less than 4 hours ago and moved to colder refrigeration to rapidly cool.

3-501.16(A)

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The prep unit in the kitchen was observed with an ambient temperature of 50 degrees. All food was relocated to other refrigeration. Prep unit to not be used until serviced. PIC to email inspector with proof of service.

4-501.11

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The floors in the kitchen area is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: An accumulation of old rodent droppings were observed in the basement. The physical facilities must be cleaned as often as necessary.

6-501.12

Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Familia Tacos last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Familia Tacos on file is from Mar 3, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at La Familia Tacos?

Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at La Familia Tacos.

How does La Familia Tacos compare to other restaurants in Warwick?

La Familia Tacos most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Warwick average of 86.

Has La Familia Tacos' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Familia Tacos have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at La Familia Tacos 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 La Familia Tacos inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, La Familia Tacos is inspected around two times per year on average.

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