Pink Taco
Last inspected: Mar 5, 2026
95
Score
Pink Taco, located at 1200 Ocean Drive in Miami Beach, FL, had its most recent inspection on March 5, 2026, which was categorized as low risk with a score of 95. This inspection noted one minor violation regarding ice buildup in a freezer, for which time was extended. Across nine recorded inspections, Pink Taco has predominantly maintained a low-risk status.
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Inspection History
Mar 5, 2026
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-05: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
95
Feb 25, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
12A-07-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
10-20-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
70
Sep 26, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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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/. At the time of the inspection observed 3 compartment sink removed from bar area. **Warning**
51-16-7
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed throughout cook line. **Warning**
21-12-4
78
Dec 27, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jun 27, 2024
Complaint Full
4 major violations. 8 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Observed more than 4 employees present with no food manager present.
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Daniel, Mabe, Paula, Maria, Yovanny, Roselda, Claudia, Cornelio, Alfonso, Carlos hired for more than 60 days with no proof of training.
53B-02-5
Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed staff not knowing minimum cooking temperature of ground beef. Couched employee on correct cooking temperature.
53B-16-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available.
16-37-1
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing at kitchen area above storage shelves.
36-36-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates not inverted at ware washing area storage rack.
24-05-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed green cuttings boards at kitchen and white cutting board at salad station grooved.
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on plastic containers stored near mop sink area.
24-08-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at door near bathrooms.
35B-01-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at hand washing sink at bar entrance.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk-in cooler gaskets soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind ice machine at kitchen dusty.
36-27-5
45
May 10, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the bar. The manager brought soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed a water bottle on a shelf above food at the cook line. The manager removed the water bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at the bar. The manager put the straws behind the bar. **Corrected On-Site**
25-27-4
82
Jan 24, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Observed no paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink near walk-in cooler. Manager replaced paper. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at three compartment sink area.
36-34-5
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided person in charge with choking poster via email.
51-13-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked chicken not covered at walk-in cooler.
08B-12-5
78
Jan 6, 2023
Complaint Full
4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
39
Dec 6, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Squid, octopus, conch, eel, crab, shrimp, crawfish, lobster or other non-finfish offered raw or undercooked have not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded.
01D-05-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at the mop sink. **Repeat Violation**
29-34-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed over the dry storage area.
36-36-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the water temperature at 83°F. The chef moved the pan to the grill. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-07-4
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