DirtyFLRestaurant Inspection Data

MAMA'S TACOS

East Olive Road
Florida, 32514
Tiffany Place Condominiums
Escambia County County

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★★☆☆ (3.2/5)
Based on 13 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

Inspection Date: 4/10/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10815734

  • 28-13-5:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw sewage on ground of establishment. Wastewater from warewashing facilities draining outside into segregated area near outside dining area. Per operator, drains were cleaned and pipe leading to septic tank burst, causing leak approximately a week ago. Outside dining area has been blocked off since then. Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-08: Repairs from pipe have been completed shortly before callback inspection. Area has not been cleaned yet and grey water is still present. Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-10: Area has been cleaned of grey water contamination. Admin Complaint

Inspection Date: 4/8/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10814059

  • 28-13-5:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw sewage on ground of establishment. Wastewater from warewashing facilities draining outside into segregated area near outside dining area. Per operator, drains were cleaned and pipe leading to septic tank burst, causing leak approximately a week ago. Outside dining area has been blocked off since then. Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-08: Repairs from pipe have been completed shortly before callback inspection. Area has not been cleaned yet and grey water is still present. Admin Complaint

Inspection Date: 4/4/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10813172

  • 28-13-5:High Priority - Raw sewage on ground of establishment. Wastewater from warewashing facilities draining outside into segregated area near outside dining area. Per operator, drains were cleaned and pipe leading to septic tank burst, causing leak approximately a week ago. Outside dining area has been blocked off since then. Admin Complaint
  • 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Shredded chicken at 50f in walk-in cooler held overnight.
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Shredded chicken at 50f in walk-in cooler held overnight. See stop sale. Shrimp in reach-in cooler at 51f for 3 hours. Operator applied ice bath to rapidly cool shrimp. Bags of cut lettuce at 47f, and milk at 46f, both received 1 hour ago. Operator propped walk-in freezer open to help cool down walk-in cooler. Warning

Inspection Date: 3/5/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8741195

  • 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plates used as scoops under grills, bowl used as scoop for sugar. Operator corrected storage during inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
  • 05-09-4:Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. No ambient air thermometers in walk-in cooler or reach-in coolers.
  • 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken, steak, fish, and shrimp in reach-in cooler under grill stored over cut onions, bell peppers, and mushrooms. Operator corrected storage during inspection. Corrected On-Site
  • 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/ Manager arrived during inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Inspection Date: 10/22/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8869553

  • N/A:No Violations Were Observed

Inspection Date: 8/23/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8868480

  • 51-14-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. 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/. Outside bar added, per manager, only operates on Friday nights. Assisted operator on submitting plans and remodel notification to plan review. This violation must be complied by 10/21/24. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-23: **Time Extended**

Inspection Date: 8/22/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8867220

  • 16-07-4:Basic - Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink. Rinse compartment of sink filled with soiled water. Operator changed water for clean water during inspection. Corrected On-Site
  • 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl used as scoop for sugar in prep area. Repeat Violation
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Upon inspection, pot of boiled tomatoes and chilis stored on floor. Operator placed items on rack during inspection. Corrected On-Site
  • 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Tortilla shells stored on top of oven uncovered. Repeat Violation
  • 22-41-4:High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer reading 0ppm. Operator placed work order during inspection. This violation must be complied by 8/29/24. Warning
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In walk-in cooler for 1 hour: shredded lettuce 50f, pork 49f, chicken 50f, steak 50f. Upon questioning, cooler door was left open during delivery. Repeat Violation Warning
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwash sink at bar used for storage of various items. Operator removed items during inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
  • 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/ No certified food manager present at time of inspection, more than 3 food handling employees present. Food manager arrived toward end of inspection. Corrected On-Site
  • 51-14-7:Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. 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/. Outside bar added, per manager, only operates on Friday nights. Assisted operator on submitting plans and remodel notification to plan review. This violation must be complied by 10/21/24. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning

Inspection Date: 7/22/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8698870

  • 51-14-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. 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/. Establishment added outside bar without plan review. Handwash sink in dish washing area and left side kitchen entrance missing according to latest plan review. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-20: New plans have not been submitted. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-20: Operator provided proof that plans are being worked. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-22: Operator has new plans, plans have not been approved. **Time Extended**

Inspection Date: 6/20/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8676885

  • 51-14-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. 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/. Establishment added outside bar without plan review. Handwash sink in dish washing area and left side kitchen entrance missing according to latest plan review. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-20: New plans have not been submitted. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-20: Operator provided proof that plans are being worked. **Time Extended**

Inspection Date: 5/20/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8634753

  • 51-14-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. 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/. Establishment added outside bar without plan review. Handwash sink in dish washing area and left side kitchen entrance missing according to latest plan review. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-20: New plans have not been submitted. **Time Extended**

Inspection Date: 3/18/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8559058

  • 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl used as scoop for seasonings. Plates used as scoop for cooked chicken and beef. Operator removed bowl and plates during inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
  • 55-01-4:Basic - Establishment charging automatic gratuity without properly disclosing the information on the menu and the bill.
  • 51-15-4:Basic - Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. Establishment approved for 157 seats, counted 216 seats.
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Repeat Violation
  • 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Tortillas on top of oven not covered.
  • 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw steak in reach-in cooler over ready to eat cooked items. Manager removed steak during inspection. Corrected On-Site
  • 12A-09-4:High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee walk from outside with gloves on and report to cook line without first washing hands or changing gloves. Manager asked employee to wash hands and change gloves. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 01B-13-4:High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Chili rollenos in walk-in freezer covered in ice build-up.
  • 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Refried beans in reach-in cooler at 59f. Beans held overnight.
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Milk in walk-in cooler at 50f for 1.5 hours. Beans in reach-in cooler 59f held overnight. Repeat Violation
  • 29-42-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Mop sink splitter missing automatic vacuum breaker and also from hot water faucet. Repeat Violation
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwash sinks throughout establishment used for dish storage. Manager had items removed during inspection. Corrected On-Site
  • 51-14-7:Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. 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/. Establishment added outside bar without plan review. Handwash sink in dish washing area and left side kitchen entrance missing according to latest plan review. Warning
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap provided at hand wash sink at bar.

Inspection Date: 11/28/2023

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8558920

  • N/A:No Violations Were Observed

Inspection Date: 11/27/2023

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8389170

  • 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowls used as scoops for queso in walk-in cooler.
  • 36-24-5:Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall at mop sink.
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
  • 14-31-5:High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Grocery bags used to hold pork and beef on hot holding line. Manager removed bags and deposited food in metal pans. Corrected On-Site
  • 03A-03-5:High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Shell eggs 50f (ambient temperature for 1 hour). Manager moved shell eggs to walk-in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Diced tomatoes at 60f for 30 minutes. Manager moved tomatoes to walk-in cooler. Out for 1 hour: Milk 50f, separate milk 51f, raw shrimp 47f, shell eggs 50/40f (ambient). Manager set temperature lower walk-in cooler. Warning
  • 29-42-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. One side of splitter on cold faucet and hot water faucet at mop sink missing automatic vacuum breaker.
  • 03D-15-4:Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Rice left on prep table for 1 hour at 98f. Manager moved rice to walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 53A-01-7:Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. At time of inspection, manager had no proof of food manager training. Manager who has proof arrived. Corrected On-Site