Ocoee Taco Company in Ocoee
Last inspected:
40 Taylor St, Ocoee, FL 34761Ocoee Taco Company in Orange County has accumulated 212 violations across 28 inspections since 2017, averaging 7.6 per visit. The restaurant was cited 11 times for fire safety violations, most notably for operating a small fryer on a table next to an ice machine without proper hood suppression between 2020 and 2021. The violation was flagged as a repeat issue across multiple follow-up inspections and required fire authority notification. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $200 in fines.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Ocoee Taco Company in Ocoee: Comparison to Orange County Averages
This Facility
7.7
violations / inspection
7.7 violations per inspection
Orange County Avg
5.9
violations / inspection
5.9 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Orange County Avg
0.12
closures / facility
0.12 county average
Ocoee Taco Company in Ocoee: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2021054571 | $200.00 | Sep 14, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
Ocoee Taco Company in Ocoee: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (11)
— 4 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
Small fryer being used on table next to ice machine. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2021-06-14: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2021-07-15: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2021-09-14: **Time Extended**
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.
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
Small fryer being used on table next to ice machine. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2021-06-14: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2021-07-15: **Time Extended**
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.
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
Small fryer being used on table next to ice machine. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2021-06-14: **Time Extended**
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.
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
Small fryer being used on table next to ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
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.
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · 45-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
Deep fryer on table next to ice machine.
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.
— 3 fire violations
— Complaint Full · 45-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
Small fryer next to ice machine.
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.
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
Small fryer on table next to ice machine.
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.
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.Small fryer being used . **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2019-01-03: **Time Extended**
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.
— 3 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.Small fryer being used . **Repeat Violation**
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.
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
Fryer plugged in and turned on on counter top next to ice maker - From follow-up inspection 2018-01-25: **Time Extended**
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.
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
Fryer plugged in and turned on on counter top next to ice maker
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.
Ocoee Taco Company in Ocoee: Full Inspection History — DBPR (29)
— 1 inspection9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections26 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections20 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections18 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections32 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections27 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 6 inspections36 violations · 15 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— 3 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Ocoee Taco Company in Ocoee: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Ocoee Taco Company in Ocoee last inspected?
- Ocoee Taco Company in Ocoee was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 13, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Ocoee Taco Company in Ocoee?
- The most frequently cited violations at Ocoee Taco Company in Ocoee are: Proper cooling equipment, Food contact surfaces, Adequate lighting.
- How many health inspections has Ocoee Taco Company in Ocoee had?
- Ocoee Taco Company in Ocoee has had 29 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Ocoee Taco Company in Ocoee find?
- Ocoee Taco Company in Ocoee was most recently inspected on April 13, 2026 with 12 violation(s), including 4 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Ocoee Taco Company in Ocoee ever been shut down?
- No, Ocoee Taco Company in Ocoee has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 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 V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- Has Ocoee Taco Company in Ocoee had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Ocoee Taco Company in Ocoee has 11 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Ocoee Taco Company in Ocoee faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Ocoee Taco Company in Ocoee has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Ocoee Taco Company in Ocoee been fined?
- Ocoee Taco Company in Ocoee has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Ocoee Taco Company in Ocoee operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: The Ocoee Taco Company (2018-2021).
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