Taco Rio Mexican Kitchen in Orlando
Last inspected:
707 S Semoran Blvd, Orlando, FL 32807Taco Rio Mexican Kitchen in Orlando has accumulated 152 violations across 25 inspections since 2022, averaging 6.1 violations per inspection—significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not been emergency-closed. High-priority violations have been recurring, including employee health reporting failures cited in at least 4 inspections, hand-washing violations appearing in multiple inspections, and allergen awareness lapses documented in recent months. Management awareness violations were cited in at least 3 inspections, suggesting systemic compliance gaps. The facility has received 2 disciplinary actions totaling $480 in fines, and an administrative complaint was recommended following the August 8, 2024 inspection, which documented 5 high-priority violations including employee health reporting, hand-washing, and consumer advisory failures. The most recent inspection on April 1, 2026 found 12 violations (2 intermediate, 6 basic) and was completed with no further action.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Taco Rio Mexican Kitchen in Orlando: Comparison to Orange County Averages
Taco Rio Mexican Kitchen in Orlando: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $480.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2024073342 | $160.00 | Oct 7, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2019038202 | $320.00 | Jun 14, 2019 | Fort Lauderdale |
Taco Rio Mexican Kitchen in Orlando: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)
— 2 inspections20 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections19 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections18 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 8 inspections36 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 19 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Taco Rio Mexican Kitchen in Orlando: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Taco Rio Mexican Kitchen in Orlando last inspected?
- Taco Rio Mexican Kitchen in Orlando was last inspected by Florida DBPR on June 23, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at Taco Rio Mexican Kitchen in Orlando?
- The most frequently cited violations at Taco Rio Mexican Kitchen in Orlando are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Outer openings protected.
- How many health inspections has Taco Rio Mexican Kitchen in Orlando had?
- Taco Rio Mexican Kitchen in Orlando has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Taco Rio Mexican Kitchen in Orlando find?
- Taco Rio Mexican Kitchen in Orlando was most recently inspected on June 23, 2026 with 24 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Taco Rio Mexican Kitchen in Orlando ever been shut down?
- No, Taco Rio Mexican Kitchen in Orlando has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- 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 V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
- Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
- Has Taco Rio Mexican Kitchen in Orlando faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Taco Rio Mexican Kitchen in Orlando has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $480.00 in fines.
- How much has Taco Rio Mexican Kitchen in Orlando been fined?
- Taco Rio Mexican Kitchen in Orlando has been fined a total of $480.00 across 2 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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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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