TACO RICO
12275 SOUTH DIXIE HIGHWAY · MIAMI · Dade County · FL 33156
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
8 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 1
14-31-5High Priority – Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed peppers stored inside Nonfood-grade inside chest freezer. **Warning**
Intermediate 2
22-02-4Intermediate – Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled. Employee started to clean during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
53B-02-5Intermediate – No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed food employees Ana K, Jacinto, Beatriz, Alexis all hired for more than 60 days. **Warning**
Basic 5
51-11-4Basic – Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at dry storage. Operator placed chain around to secure tank. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
35B-01-4Basic – Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Warning**
10-01-5Basic – In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop inside rice and beans container with handle in contact with product. Operator placed handle upwards. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
23-03-4Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
42-01-4Basic – Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning**
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on September 21, 2026 1:47 PM.
Violation category totals
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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.