Taqueria Lupe

7165 Se Maricamp Rd, Ocala, FL 34472
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Apr 15, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Taqueria Lupe has been inspected eight times since 2022. Taqueria Lupe was last inspected on Apr 15, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around zero violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing”, which has been cited two times.

Restaurants in Ocala average 78, so Taqueria Lupe is doing better than most peers. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 15, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 5, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
May 9, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Ice scoop stored inside sink, employee moved. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
90
Oct 2, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Reach-in cooler near back door, raw steak above cheese, Manager moved. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Sink with multiple items inside, Manager moved all. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
78
Sep 28, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
May 12, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Missing for quaternary ammonium.
16-37-1
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. Provided DBPR form during this inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
82
Dec 1, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Under prep table: pans of rice 68-92F. Operator stated items are kept for one hour then discarded. Discussed Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC) procedures with operator. Provided documentation and time added to pans of rice.
03B-01-6
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. One live fly in food truck.
35A-02-6
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils in water 92F.
10-07-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Pans of rice and pans of cut fruit stored on floor.
08B-47-4
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taqueria Lupe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taqueria Lupe on file is from Apr 15, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taqueria Lupe?

Across the inspection record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taqueria Lupe.

How does Taqueria Lupe compare to other restaurants in Ocala?

Taqueria Lupe most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Ocala average of 78.

Has Taqueria Lupe's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taqueria Lupe have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Taqueria Lupe 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 Taqueria Lupe inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Taqueria Lupe is inspected around two times per year on average.