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LAS TARASCAS RESTAURANT

306 NE 8 ST, Homestead, FL, 33030

Administrative complaint recommended

Most recent inspection

Date
March 23, 2026
Type
Routine - Food
Result
Administrative complaint recommended
Risk category
Not reported
Cited findings
16
Jurisdiction
Miami-Dade County (Miami), FL

Violations (16)

  • 29-42-4CriticalRepeat

    Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.

    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. **Repeat Violation**

    High Priority

  • 36-37-5Repeat

    Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.

    Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed throughout the front counter and in the kitchen. **Repeat Violation**

    Basic

  • 36-36-4

    Ceiling tile missing.

    Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed at front counter and in the kitchen.

    Basic

  • 36-32-5Repeat

    Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.

    Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage and holes; multiple tiles in the front counter and in the kitchen. **Repeat Violation**

    Basic

  • 50-09-4

    Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

    Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

    Basic

  • 14-69-4Repeat

    Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.

    Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at front counter ice cream freezer. **Repeat Violation**

    Basic

  • 10-07-4

    In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.

    Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice cream scoops in standing water at 74f at front counter. Coach chef. Chef discarded water.

    Basic

  • 51-18-6Repeat

    No copy of latest inspection report available.

    Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site. **Repeat Violation**

    Basic

  • 14-33-4Repeat

    Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.

    Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in reach in cooler located in main hall. **Repeat Violation**

    Basic

  • 36-27-5

    Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.

    Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled at cook line. Observed wall soiled at triple sink.

    Basic

  • 42-01-4

    Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.

    Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.

    Basic

  • 31A-09-4

    Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.

    Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed trash can next to triple sink blocked with trash can.

    Intermediate

  • 31A-11-4Repeat

    Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.

    Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed front counter at front counter used to stored wiping cloths container. Coach manager. **Repeat Violation**

    Intermediate

  • 31B-03-4

    No soap provided at handwash sink.

    Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at handwash sink next to the triple sink.

    Intermediate

  • 22-20-5

    Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

    Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at front counter ice bin.

    Basic

  • 53B-14-5Repeat

    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.

    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 food handler training for Wendy Dalila Aviles expired since 06-28-25. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

    Intermediate

Earlier inspections on file

Source: Miami-Dade County (Miami), FL health department. Data refreshed October 13, 2026. Results are shown in the health department's own wording. This record is provided for general information; confirm current status with the health department before relying on it.