LAS TARASCAS RESTAURANT
306 NE 8 ST · HOMESTEAD · Dade County · FL 33030
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
16 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 1
29-42-4High 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. **Repeat Violation**
Intermediate 4
31A-09-4Intermediate – Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed trash can next to triple sink blocked with trash can.
31A-11-4Intermediate – Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed front counter at front counter used to stored wiping cloths container. Coach manager. **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4Intermediate – No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at handwash sink next to the triple sink.
53B-14-5Intermediate – 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 food handler training for Wendy Dalila Aviles expired since 06-28-25. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
Basic 11
22-20-5Basic – Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at front counter ice bin.
36-37-5Basic – Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed throughout the front counter and in the kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-36-4Basic – Ceiling tile missing. Observed at front counter and in the kitchen.
36-32-5Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage and holes; multiple tiles in the front counter and in the kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
50-09-4Basic – Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
14-69-4Basic – Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at front counter ice cream freezer. **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4Basic – In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice cream scoops in standing water at 74f at front counter. Coach chef. Chef discarded water.
51-18-6Basic – No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site. **Repeat Violation**
14-33-4Basic – Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in reach in cooler located in main hall. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5Basic – Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled at cook line. Observed wall soiled at triple sink.
42-01-4Basic – Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 12, 2026 9:52 PM.
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Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.