TACOS TEQUILA AND RUM

TACOS TEQUILA AND RUM in CLEARWATER has 3 health inspections on record with an overall food safety rating of 2.3/5. Recent inspections show improving food safety practices.

Last inspection: 2 months ago · 3 reports on file

490 MANDALAY AVE STE 10

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★☆☆☆ (2.3/5)
Based on 3 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

12/16/2025· 2mo ago

Visit ID: 13548815

Follow-up Inspection Required

2 int

  • 53A-01-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Jesus Tapia - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-16: Not available as of callback -Karen Tapia. Operator will forward certification to inspector this week. Admin Complaint
  • 53B-01-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-16: One employee certified in Safestaff, all other taking test this week. Operator will forward certificates to inspector. Admin Complaint

10/14/2025· 4mo ago

Visit ID: 10907690

Follow-up Inspection Required

1 high, 5 int, 2 basic

  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Bag of onions stored on floor in front kitchen . Cooking oil and soft drinks on floor in back area.
  • 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw burger thawing on top of chest freezer.
  • 03B-01-6:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked beans 71f, found in steam well that was turned off. Staff will reheat to 165f, . **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 11-27-4: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.
  • 53A-01-7:Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Jesus Tapia
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Corrected On-Site
  • 53B-01-5:Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
  • 11-26-1:Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.

2/5/2025· 1y 1mo ago

Visit ID: 10765666

Met Inspection Standards

2 high, 1 basic

  • 29-03-4:Basic - Water draining onto floor surface. Three compartment sink.
  • 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked beef 57f, sour cream 48f, items discarded.
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked beef 57f, sour cream 48f, items discarded.