Tacontento Improves its Sanitary Rating
715 Lincoln Ln N
Miami Beach, FL 33139
Health Inspection Reports
9/27/2011 | 0 Violations | Rating 5/5
No Violations Were Observed
6/10/2011 | 5 Violations | Rating 4/5
Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. RAW CHICKEN , BEEF OVER READY TO EAT SAUCE AND TORTILLAS . Corrected On Site.
Critical - Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles.
Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. DISHWASHING AREA.Corrected On Site.Corrected On Site.
Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.BAR AREA.
Observed wall in disrepair. ON PATH TO DUMPSTER (RESTAURANT OUTER WALL).
5/13/2011 | 3 Violations | Rating 4.5/5
Critical - Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. PORK AL PASTOR (74F).
Critical - Food cooling not stored in dry location that is not exposed to splash from handwashing sink.
Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. POTS AND PANS UPSIDE DOWN. Corrected On Site.
4/20/2011 | 13 Violations | Rating 2.25/5
Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.
Critical - Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation. BEEF OVER PORK (CHORIZO) .
Critical - Observed employee drinking from an open beverage container in a food preparation or other restricted area.
Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
Critical - Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles.
Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. PREPARATION AREA. Corrected On Site.
Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. KITCHEN AREA. Corrected On Site.
Observed open dumpster lid.
Garbage enclosure not easily cleanable.
Critical - Observed small flying insects in bar area.
Critical - Observed the presence of insects, rodents, or other pests at dumpster.
Critical - No proof of required employee training provided. All public food service establishments must provide the division with proof of employee training upon request, including, but not limited to, at the time of any division inspection of the establishment. Pro This violation must be corrected by : 06/20/2011.
9/23/2010 | 2 Violations | Rating 4.5/5
Critical - Violation: 09-04-1Observed bare hand contact of ready-to-eat food by employees and establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure in effect. TORTILLAS BEING HANDLE WITH NO GLOVES. Repeat Violation.
Critical - Violation: 35A-08-1Observed live flies in kitchen. AT BAR ON CALL BACK.
9/7/2010 | 14 Violations | Rating 2.25/5
Critical - Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. REACH IN COOLER AT COOK LINE.
Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawed at room temperature.
Critical - Observed food stored in a prohibited area. OVER TRASH CAN.
Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. RAW BEEF OVER CORN TORTILLAS .
Critical - Observed food stored on floor. ICE BAGS ON FREEZER FLOOR.Repeat Violation.
Critical - Observed bare hand contact of ready-to-eat food by employees and establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure in effect. TORTILLAS BEING HANDLE WITH NO GLOVES. Repeat Violation.
Critical - Observed equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. NOT SET UP WHILE IN USE (MANUAL).
Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
Critical - Observed live flies in kitchen.
Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. DISHWASHING AREA.Repeat Violation.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
No copy of latest inspection report.
Critical - Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification. This violation must be corrected by : 11/07/2010.
Critical - No proof of required employee training provided. All public food service establishments must provide the division with proof of employee training upon request, including, but not limited to, at the time of any division inspection of the establishment. This violation must be corrected by : 09/16/2010. Repeat Violation. BUT WARNING NOT DUE.
7/16/2010 | 20 Violations | Rating 1/5
Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.
Critical - Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. COOKED RICE (107F).
Critical - Observed food stored in undrained ice. AT BAR AREA. Corrected On Site.
Critical - Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. RAW MEATS NEXT TO CHEESE AND PRE-COOKED MEATS.
Critical - Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation. REACH IN COOLERS.
Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense food that is not ready-to-eat.
Critical - Observed employee handling soiled equipment or utensils then engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands.
Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands.
Critical - Observed employee dry hands on clothes/apron after washing.
Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
Observed employee with ineffective hair restraint. HEAD CHEF.
Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. FOOD DEBRIS IN ONE AND JUG ON ANOTHER ONE.
Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
Ceiling tile missing.
Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. KITCHEN AREA.
Critical - Observed toxic item stored by utensils. SPRAY BOTTLE WITH CHEMICAL OVER PLATES. Corrected On Site.
Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle.
Critical - No proof of required employee training provided. All public food service establishments must provide the division with proof of employee training upon request, including, but not limited to, at the time of any division inspection of the establishment. This violation must be corrected by : 09/16/2010.
Establishment charging automatic gratuity without properly disclosing the information on the menu and the bill.