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LAS TARASCAS RESTAURANT

Health inspection records show LAS TARASCAS RESTAURANT in HOMESTEAD has 3 inspections with a food safety rating of 1.4/5. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.

306 NE 8 ST

Overall Food Safety Rating

★☆☆☆☆ (1.4/5)
Based on 3 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

Inspection Date: 10/17/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10895981

  • 36-36-4:Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed at front counter. Warning
  • 36-32-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage and holes; multiple tiles. Warning
  • 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Warning
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in chest freezer at front counter. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 38-01-4:Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed no shield cover above reach in freezer. Warning
  • 51-13-4:Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email. Warning
  • 51-18-6:Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site. Warning
  • 14-33-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in reach in cooler located in main hall. Warning
  • 41-07-4:High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed rubbing alcohol on prep table next to ice machine. Operator removed during inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 29-42-4: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
  • 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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handsink at front counter with utensils stored inside. Warning
  • 53A-01-7:Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed manager with no certificate; Laura Gutierrez. Warning
  • 53B-14-5: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

Inspection Date: 2/18/2025

  • 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic cup used as scoop inside the seasoning. Operator removed it. Corrected On-Site
  • 51-09-4:Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment has 43 seats but license is for 8 chairs. Repeat Violation
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer at the front counter. Repeat Violation
  • 36-62-4:Basic - Light not functioning. Observed at the kitchen area.
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
  • 38-02-4:Basic - Twenty (20) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in handwashing, warewashing, or equipment and utensil storage areas. Observed in the kitchen area and 3 compartment sink.
  • 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored above sauces. Employee placed eggs at the bottom. Corrected On-Site

Inspection Date: 9/5/2024

  • 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a bowl used as scoop inside the rice . Employee removed it.
  • 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at the kitchen area.
  • 14-74-7:Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in cooler located at the entrance to the kitchen.
  • 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn by the grill.
  • 51-09-4:Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed establishment applied for 8 units but I counted 43 seats inside the establishment. Seating form was provided.
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in cooler by the entrance.
  • 29-49-6:Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at the reach in cooler in front of the grill.
  • 01B-07-4:High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed mango pulp inside the reach in cooler covered with mold like growth. Employee discarded. Corrected On-Site
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Jamaica beverage (50 F - Cold Holding) inside the reach in cooler by the entrance. As per employee it was cooked 2 days ago. Stop sale was issued.
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Employee provided soap. Corrected On-Site
  • 02C-02-5:Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed Jamaica beverage inside the reach in cooler not date marked. As per employee it was cooked2 days ago.

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