LAS TARASCAS RESTAURANT
306 NE 8 ST · HOMESTEAD · Dade County · FL 33030
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
12 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 1
29-42-4High Priority – – From initial inspection : High Priority – Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed mop sink with hose attachment; no breaker. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-12-22: **Time Extended**
Intermediate 3
11-27-4Intermediate – – From initial inspection : 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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-12-22: **Time Extended**
53A-01-7Intermediate – – From initial inspection : Intermediate – Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed manager with no certificate; Laura Gutierrez. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-12-22: Observed manager with no certificate; Laura Gutierrez. **Admin Complaint**
53B-14-5Intermediate – – From initial inspection : Intermediate – Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Wendy; 06-25. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-12-22: **Time Extended**
Basic 8
36-36-4Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Ceiling tile missing. Observed at front counter. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-12-22: Observed at front counter at callback. **Time Extended**
36-32-5Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage and holes; multiple tiles. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-12-22: Observed water damage and holes; multiple tiles at callback. **Time Extended**
50-09-4Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-12-22: Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Time Extended**
14-69-4Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in chest freezer at front counter. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-12-22: **Time Extended**
38-01-4Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed no shield cover above reach in freezer. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-12-22: Observed no shield cover above reach in freezer; at callback. **Time Extended**
51-13-4Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-12-22: **Time Extended**
51-18-6Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-12-22: **Time Extended**
14-33-4Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in reach in cooler located in main hall. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-12-22: **Time Extended**
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 16, 2026 7:32 AM.
Violation category totals
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2 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
2 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
2 observation(s)
2 observation(s)
Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.