TACO RICO
12275 SOUTH DIXIE HIGHWAY · MIAMI · Dade County · FL 33156
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 3
08A-05-6High Priority – Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed case of eggs in walk in above sauces. Observed raw beef above raw veggies in coolers under cook line. **Warning**
03A-02-5High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at salsa bar: pico de gallo (61F – Cold Holding); tomatillo salsa (59F – Cold Holding); red tomato salsa (52F – Cold Holding). As per operator, press than 4 hours prior to inspection. Operator grabbed more ice to fully submerge salsas. Observed at reach in across cook line: cabbage slaw (48F – Cold Holding); pickled onions (47F – Cold Holding); pico de gallo (48F – Cold Holding), as per operator less than 4 hours at cooler.. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
41-10-4High Priority – Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. **Warning**
Intermediate 3
11-27-4Intermediate – 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. **Warning**
31A-11-4Intermediate – Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. **Warning**
22-31-4Intermediate – Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on food racks and dish racks in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
Basic 6
36-36-4Basic – Ceiling tile missing. Observed in storage room and restroom; missing tiles. **Warning**
36-32-5Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed cracked tiles and water damage to tiles in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-34-5Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled vents in kitchen. **Warning**
51-13-4Basic – No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email. **Warning**
51-18-6Basic – No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy printed. **Warning**
16-46-4Basic – Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on cleaned containers above triple sink. **Warning**
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on September 1, 2026 11:08 AM.
Violation category totals
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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.