PIKIO TACO
3120 COLLINS AVENUE, RESTAURANT
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★½☆☆ (2.6/5)
Based on 6 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 12/20/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
4
Basic
5
Total
10
Inspection Details:
- 24-27-4:Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed water residue on containers stored with food contact surface up in the shelves. Person in charge inverted them. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed Employee Open obtained with coffee on shelving near clean utensils . Employee moved it immediately. Corrected On-Site
- 10-08-5:Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Employee placed the scoop inside a container. Corrected On-Site
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Missing handwash sign at the kitchen station.
- 08B-54-4:Basic - Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. Observed ice used for drinks stored in uncovered bin next to the sinks.
- 29-42-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing/ in disrepair at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed backflow in disrepair and missing
- 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. Missing procedure.
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food residue on the slicer.
- 53B-02-5:Intermediate - 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. Missing certificate for Jose Wilson Lima. Repeat Violation
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed some chemical inside spray bottles without labels. Employee labeled all the bottles. Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 12/20/2024 revealed 10 total violations (1 high priority, 4 intermediate, 5 basic).
Inspection on 8/6/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
1
Basic
1
Total
2
Inspection Details:
- 14-11-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment gaskets in poor repair. Observed gaskets in disrepair ( cooler located at the end in front of the cook line . - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-06: **Time Extended**
- 53B-02-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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 employee Jose Wilson Lima working in the establishment for more than 2 months without employee training . - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-06: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/6/2024 revealed 2 total violations (0 high priority, 1 intermediate, 1 basic).
Inspection on 7/22/2024
High Priority
3
Intermediate
3
Basic
10
Total
16
Inspection Details:
- 16-10-4:Basic - Abrasives and detergents not removed during the rinse process. Kitchen dishmachine is not removing all the detergent during the rinse process . Manager called the technician immediately.
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic containers with no handles used to scoop sugar and maseca. Person in charge discarded them . **Corrective Action Taken**
- 16-55-4:Basic - Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Observed kitchen dishmachine not rinsing the detergent properly.
- 13-07-4:Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing bracelet when engaged in food preparation. Repeat Violation
- 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment gaskets in poor repair. Observed gaskets in disrepair ( cooler located at the end in front of the cook line .
- 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed accumulation of old debris underneath equipments.
- 14-38-4:Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed plastic lid for food container is cracked. Person in charge discarded it. Corrected On-Site
- 16-46-4:Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
- 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed peeled bananas on a tray inside reach in freezer with no cover. Employee wrapped the bananas . Corrected On-Site
- 33-06-4:Basic - Trash receptacles not provided where needed in establishment. Observed missing trash container at the hand sink station (basement prep area )
- 22-49-4:High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine dishwasher machine at the bar and the kitchen not sanitizing correctly as evidence of chlorine 0 ppm. Manager call the technician. Repeat Violation
- 22-45-4:High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed utensils and plates are not sanitized using the dish machine as evidence of chlorine sanitizer 0 ppm.
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed bacon at 47 F, chicken at 49 F both items inside cooling drawers underneath the grill in the kitchen . All items for less than 4 hrs. Food items were moved the walk in cooler . **Corrective Action Taken**
- 16-33-4:Intermediate - Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. As evidence of no chlorine sanitizer concentration.
- 53B-02-5:Intermediate - 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 employee Jose Wilson Lima working in the establishment for more than 2 months without employee training .
- 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. Missing reporting agreement for Jose Wilson Lima. Corporate Chef explained the agreement to the employee and the employee signed it. Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 7/22/2024 revealed 16 total violations (3 high priority, 3 intermediate, 10 basic).
Inspection on 2/22/2024
High Priority
2
Intermediate
2
Basic
2
Total
6
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 13-07-4:Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed some employees wearing bracelets when handling food .
- 25-05-4:Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed disposable paper food containers stored on the floor. Employee moved them immediately. Corrected On-Site
- 22-49-4:High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dishwasher machine not sanitizing properly as evidence of chlorine sanitizer 0 ppm. Person in charge primed the sanitizer, then chlorine sanitizer 100 ppm. Corrected On-Site
- 09-01-4:High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employee serving chips using her bare hands. Manager coached the employee,food was immediately discarded and new chips were plated. Corrected On-Site
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a coffee mug inside the hand sink located at the ground , next to the ice machine. GM moved it immediately. Corrected On-Site
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand sink located next to the ice machine at the ground floor. Station was restocked. Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 2/22/2024 revealed 6 total violations (2 high priority, 2 intermediate, 2 basic).
Inspection on 11/30/2023
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
2
Total
2
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 14-11-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment gaskets in poor repair. Reach in cooler gaskets in poor repair. Cooler is located in front of t he cook line. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-30: **Time Extended**
- 38-07-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed missing light cover at the storage area . Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-30: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 11/30/2023 revealed 2 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 2 basic).
Inspection on 9/19/2023
High Priority
0
Intermediate
2
Basic
2
Total
4
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment gaskets in poor repair. Reach in cooler gaskets in poor repair. Cooler is located in front of t he cook line. Warning
- 38-07-4:Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed missing light cover at the storage area . Warning
- 53A-05-6:Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed 4 employees engaged in food preparation without any certified manager present. Warning
- 51-16-7:Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed breakfast area was added without approval. The breakfast area has display case for bread, coffee machine, tray for food, and serves : croissants, ham/ cheese, butter, cream cheese, yogurts, cereals ( all items are not individually wrapped). Operator was advised to submit plans for file to update the license floor layout . Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 9/19/2023 revealed 4 total violations (0 high priority, 2 intermediate, 2 basic).
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Website: https://www.pikiotaco.com/miami
Google Rating
★★★★☆ (4.2/5)
(871 reviews)Price Level
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Opening Hours
Monday:7:00 – 11:00 AM, 12:00 – 11:00 PM
Tuesday:7:00 – 11:00 AM, 12:00 – 11:00 PM
Wednesday:7:00 – 11:00 AM, 12:00 – 11:00 PM
Thursday:7:00 – 11:00 AM, 12:00 – 11:00 PM
Friday:7:00 – 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Saturday:7:00 – 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Sunday:7:00 – 11:00 AM, 12:00 – 11:00 PM
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Serves Beer
Serves Wine
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Takeout
Delivery
Dine-in
Wheelchair Accessible
Last Enriched At: 5/14/2025