El Mero Taco in Miami
Last inspected:
15572 Sw 72 St, Miami, FL 33193Mr and Mrs Bun in Miami has accumulated 448 violations across 35 inspections since 2016, averaging 12.8 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity and was cited for one fire safety violation involving a portable fire extinguisher gauge in the red zone. A single disciplinary action resulted in a $400 fine. The facility shows a pattern of repeated non-compliance in late 2024 and 2025, with inspectors conducting consecutive callbacks documenting violations related to chemical storage, ventilation, and food contact surfaces.
Most recent closure: April 28, 2026 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
El Mero Taco in Miami: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
This Facility
13.8
violations / inspection
13.8 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg
6.71
violations / inspection
6.71 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg
0.13
closures / facility
0.13 county average
El Mero Taco in Miami: Emergency Closure History (2)
El Mero Taco in Miami: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2024003396 | $400.00 | Jan 12, 2024 | Miami (Doral) |
El Mero Taco in Miami: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
El Mero Taco in Miami: Full Inspection History — DBPR (38)
— 5 inspections55 violations · 19 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
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— Routine - Food· 17 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— 5 inspections54 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 8 inspections56 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 19 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Complaint Full· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 3 inspections35 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections28 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (12 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections26 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— 3 inspections29 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections19 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections27 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections23 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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El Mero Taco in Miami: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was El Mero Taco in Miami last inspected?
- El Mero Taco in Miami was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 14, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was El Mero Taco in Miami last shut down?
- El Mero Taco in Miami was last shut down on April 28, 2026 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at El Mero Taco in Miami?
- The most frequently cited violations at El Mero Taco in Miami are: Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has El Mero Taco in Miami had?
- El Mero Taco in Miami has had 38 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 13.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of El Mero Taco in Miami find?
- El Mero Taco in Miami was most recently inspected on July 14, 2026 with 6 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has El Mero Taco in Miami ever been shut down?
- Yes, El Mero Taco in Miami has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?
- Violation 29 (Proper sewage disposal) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/29.
- What does Florida violation V35 (Single-use items) mean?
- Violation 35 (Single-use items) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/35.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has El Mero Taco in Miami had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, El Mero Taco in Miami has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has El Mero Taco in Miami faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, El Mero Taco in Miami has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has El Mero Taco in Miami been fined?
- El Mero Taco in Miami has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has El Mero Taco in Miami operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Mr and Mrs Bun (2024).
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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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