La Taqueria Hidalgo
Last inspected: Mar 30, 2026
86
Score
Across the available record, La Taqueria Hidalgo has 11 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent visit was on Mar 30, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.
Across the inspection history, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.
The city-wide average for Plant City sits at 81, putting La Taqueria Hidalgo on the better side of that line. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 30, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Maura Velasco Garcia **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-30: Maura Velasco Garcia food manager certificate not available. Manager stated she is scheduled in a couple weeks. **Admin Complaint**
53A-01-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-30: **Time Extended**
51-18-6
86
Jan 28, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Maura Velasco Garcia **Warning**
53A-01-7
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. **Warning**
51-18-6
86
Jul 7, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained
22-02-4
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.
11-27-4
Basic - Water leaking from faucet at hand sink due to hole in pipe
29-11-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
74
Feb 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
90
Feb 13, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Establishment operating with no power without notifying the division. When first arrived unit did not have power. Observed employee making food order. Manager got gas for generator and refilled. Power came back on 10 min later. Establishment lost power again and the operator put motor oil and regained full power **Corrected On-Site** **Admin Complaint**
51-03-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Make line cooler cut lettuce (48F - Cold Holding); queso fresco (48F - Cold Holding). Reach in cooler: shredded Mozzarella (44F - Cold Holding). **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board stained **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No running water at three-compartment sink. Unit lost all water pressure when generator turned on. The water was running when the power came back there was no water, but now the water is working. Unit lost power and water again, but operator put motor oil in generator. Water is fully operational.**Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site** **Admin Complaint**
27-09-4
Intermediate - Temporary interruption - no alternative supply of water provided. Unit lost all water pressure when generator turned on. The water was running when the power came back there was no water, but now the water is working. Unit lost power and water again, but operator put motor oil in generator. Water is fully operational. **Corrected On-Site** **Admin Complaint**
27-01-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provide at employee handwash sink. Location lost all water pressure when generator turned on. The water was running when the power came back there was no water, but now the water is working. Unit lost power and water again, but operator put motor oil in generator. Water is fully operational. **Corrected On-Site** **Admin Complaint**
27-16-4
Basic - Fifty (50) foot-candles of light not provided at a food working surface or where safety is a factor. No lights were on in food trailer **Warning**
38-11-4
47
Dec 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Current decal expired 2-1-2024
50-09-4
95
Mar 29, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 2-1-2024 **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-29: **Time Extended**
50-17-3
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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-29: **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof provided that some food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-29: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-29: **Time Extended**
53B-13-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-29: **Time Extended**
51-13-4
61
Mar 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow Devices
FL-28
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
37
Jul 13, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items.
40-06-5
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.
25-06-4
86
May 11, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Wiping cloth in sink
31A-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cellphone
40-06-5
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.
25-06-4
78
Sep 13, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. **Repeat Violation**
14-31-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked meats Cheese **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle connected to utilities on more than a temporary basis.
51-06-4
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. **Repeat Violation**
50-04-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
05-09-4
67
Frequently Asked Questions
When was La Taqueria Hidalgo last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at La Taqueria Hidalgo on file is from Mar 30, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at La Taqueria Hidalgo?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at La Taqueria Hidalgo.
How does La Taqueria Hidalgo compare to other restaurants in Plant City?
La Taqueria Hidalgo most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Plant City average of 81.
Has La Taqueria Hidalgo's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Taqueria Hidalgo have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at La Taqueria Hidalgo 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 La Taqueria Hidalgo inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, La Taqueria Hidalgo is inspected around three times per year on average.
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