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El Taquero Ranchero

4990 Stack Blvd, Melbourne, FL 32901
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Dec 18, 2025
86
Score
Low Risk

El Taquero Ranchero appears in inspection records six times, starting in 2024. The most recent visit was on Dec 18, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “manager or person in charge lacking proof”, which has been cited three times.

Compared to the broader Melbourne restaurant scene, this is about average. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 18, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-18: **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. Educated operator - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-18: **Time Extended**
50-04-4
86
Oct 22, 2025
Routine - Food
5 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Operator had cleaned truck can't find manager card **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine
16-37-1
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Operator recently cleaned truck can't find employee food handlers card **Warning**
53B-01-5
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. **operator recently cleaned truck. Can't find reporting agreement. Warning** **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked beef and tripe not dated from yesterday
02C-02-5
Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. Educated operator
50-04-4
58
Sep 16, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 30, 2024
Routine - Food
4 major violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Sent operator copy **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-30: Has not printed yet **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-30: Has taken class and passed but doesn't have copy **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-30: Employees haven't had class yet **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Sent operator copy **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-30: Has not done yet **Time Extended**
11-26-1
67
Jul 1, 2024
Routine - Food
5 major violations.
View 5 violations
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. Sent operator copy **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
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. Sent operator copy **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Pans in sink **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
61
Feb 21, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Taquero Ranchero last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Taquero Ranchero on file is from Dec 18, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at El Taquero Ranchero?

Across the inspection record, “manager or person in charge lacking proof” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at El Taquero Ranchero.

How does El Taquero Ranchero compare to other restaurants in Melbourne?

El Taquero Ranchero most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Melbourne average of 84.

Has El Taquero Ranchero's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at El Taquero Ranchero have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at El Taquero Ranchero means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is El Taquero Ranchero inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, El Taquero Ranchero is inspected around three times per year on average.

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