Taco Tequila Co in New Port Richey
Last inspected:
5316 Us Hwy 19 N, New Port Richey, FL 34652Taco Tequila Co in New Port Richey was emergency-closed on August 21, 2018 for rodent activity. Over 31 inspections spanning from at least 2016 through March 2026, the facility accumulated 122 violations, averaging 3.9 per inspection — below the statewide average of 5.2. However, employee health policy and employee health reporting violations have appeared in at least 9 of the most recent 10 inspections, establishing a persistent pattern. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. Most recent inspections show recurring concerns: the March 13, 2026 inspection cited multiple employee health policy and consumer advisory violations and resulted in a Warning Issued; the August 28, 2025 inspection documented three employee health reporting violations; and the February 12, 2025 inspection found employee health reporting, shell stock, parasite destruction, and consumer advisory violations. The facility's most recent inspection on March 13, 2026 resulted in a Warning Issued.
Most recent closure: August 21, 2018 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Taco Tequila Co in New Port Richey: Comparison to Pasco County Averages
Taco Tequila Co in New Port Richey: Emergency Closure History (1)
Taco Tequila Co in New Port Richey: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2018049671 | $400.00 | Aug 21, 2018 | Miami (Doral) |
Taco Tequila Co in New Port Richey: Full Inspection History — DBPR (31)
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections21 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— 3 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 5 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection13 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Taco Tequila Co in New Port Richey: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Taco Tequila Co in New Port Richey last inspected?
- Taco Tequila Co in New Port Richey was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 13, 2026. The result was: Warning Issued.
- When was Taco Tequila Co in New Port Richey last shut down?
- Taco Tequila Co in New Port Richey was last shut down on August 21, 2018 for rodent 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 Taco Tequila Co in New Port Richey?
- The most frequently cited violations at Taco Tequila Co in New Port Richey are: Consumer advisory, Employee health reporting, Allergen awareness.
- How many health inspections has Taco Tequila Co in New Port Richey had?
- Taco Tequila Co in New Port Richey has had 31 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.9 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Taco Tequila Co in New Port Richey find?
- Taco Tequila Co in New Port Richey was most recently inspected on March 13, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Warning Issued.
- Has Taco Tequila Co in New Port Richey ever been shut down?
- Yes, Taco Tequila Co in New Port Richey has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- Has Taco Tequila Co in New Port Richey faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Taco Tequila Co in New Port Richey has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Taco Tequila Co in New Port Richey been fined?
- Taco Tequila Co in New Port Richey has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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).
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