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TAQUERIA EL CALENTANOS

TAQUERIA EL CALENTANOS in TALLAHASSEE has 8 health inspections on record with an overall food safety rating of 3.8/5. Food safety practices have remained consistent.

Last inspection: 1 weeks ago · 8 reports on file

Blountstown Highway
Tallahassee, Florida, 32304
Leon County County

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★★½☆ (3.8/5)
Based on 8 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

2/27/2026· 1w ago

Inspection #: 1322020

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

6/5/2025· 9mo ago

Visit ID: 8840240

Met Inspection Standards
  • N/A:No Violations Were Observed

7/25/2024· 1y 7mo ago

Visit ID: 8839407

Met Inspection Standards
  • N/A:No Violations Were Observed

7/24/2024· 1y 7mo ago

Visit ID: 8712691

Follow-up Inspection Required

2 high, 2 int, 4 basic

  • 35A-03-4:Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 8 dead roaches behind reach in cooler next to three compartment sink, 4 dead roaches under steam table, and 1 dead roach under three compartment sink. Warning
  • 12B-02-4:Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee drinking beverage while on cook line while preparing food.
  • 24-08-4:Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
  • 36-68-5:Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed heavy grease condensation on ceiling hood. Repeat Violation
  • 35A-02-6:High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 7-10 flies in food preparation area. Warning
  • 35A-05-4:High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 3 live roaches behind reach in cooler next to three compartment sink. Warning
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
  • 53B-13-5:Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

4/15/2024· 1y 11mo ago

Visit ID: 8612366

Met Inspection Standards
  • N/A:No Violations Were Observed

4/15/2024· 1y 11mo ago

Visit ID: 8575076

Met Inspection Standards

2 high, 3 int, 1 basic

  • 36-68-5:Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed hood ventilation system accumulated with grease.
  • 08A-20-5:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed thawed raw chicken in plastic bag sitting on top of beef and fish inside reach in freezer in storage shed. Instructed operator on how to properly separate food items. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 03B-01-6:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken at 117F and Cooked beef at 127F held less than four hours. Operator reheated food items during time of call back. Chicken 148F Beef 157F. Corrected On-Site
  • 12A-03-4:Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee wash hands in three compartment sink.
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator added soap during time of call back. Corrected On-Site
  • 53B-13-5:Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

2/14/2024· 2y ago

Visit ID: 8574894

Follow-up Inspection Required

1 int

  • 51-16-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 mobile unit with a shed added for storage containing freezer chest, multiple single service items, food, and seasonings that is on the ground. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-14: Operator has submitted plans and is working on details with plan reviewer to close the unit. **Time Extended**

12/14/2023· 2y 2mo ago

Visit ID: 8333796

Follow-up Inspection Required

1 int, 2 basic

  • 08B-37-4:Basic - Food stored in a prohibited area. Observed food stored in shed that is not movable. Inside shed were multiple singe service items, freezer chest, seasonings, and food.
  • 29-11-4:Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking faucet at three compartment sink.
  • 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 mobile unit with a shed added for storage containing freezer chest, multiple single service items, food, and seasonings that is on the ground. Warning