El Taco Rico in Coral Gables
Last inspected:
473 S Dixie Hwy, Coral Gables, FL 331462202El Taco Rico in Coral Gables has accumulated 202 violations across 27 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.5 violations per visit. The facility has not been shut down and faces no fire safety violations or disciplinary actions. In late 2023 and early 2024, inspectors issued two warnings and conducted follow-up inspections after finding clusters of high-priority violations, but compliance improved after callbacks. Top recurring violations involve food contact surfaces, consumer advisories, and ventilation.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
El Taco Rico in Coral Gables: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
This Facility
7.5
violations / inspection
7.5 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg
6.7
violations / inspection
6.7 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg
0.13
closures / facility
0.13 county average
El Taco Rico in Coral Gables: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)
— 3 inspections20 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections30 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections23 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections26 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections30 violations · 19 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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El Taco Rico in Coral Gables: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was El Taco Rico in Coral Gables last inspected?
- El Taco Rico in Coral Gables was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 18, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at El Taco Rico in Coral Gables?
- The most frequently cited violations at El Taco Rico in Coral Gables are: Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has El Taco Rico in Coral Gables had?
- El Taco Rico in Coral Gables has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of El Taco Rico in Coral Gables find?
- El Taco Rico in Coral Gables was most recently inspected on November 18, 2025 with 11 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has El Taco Rico in Coral Gables ever been shut down?
- No, El Taco Rico in Coral Gables has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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