How many health inspections has TACO LIBRE had?

TACO LIBRE has had 27 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has TACO LIBRE ever been shut down?

No, TACO LIBRE has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at TACO LIBRE?

The most frequently cited violations at TACO LIBRE are: Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting.

What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?

OUTBREAK ENABLER: Food workers who fail to report illness symptoms are the #1 cause of multi-victim outbreaks. Norovirus is shed in billions of viral particles per gram of stool — as few as 18 particles cause infection. One symptomatic worker can infect hundreds of customers before detection. CDC links 70% of Norovirus outbreaks to infected food handlers. Employees must immediately report: vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever, infected wounds or boils. Must also report diagnosed illness with Salmonella Typhi, Shigella, E. coli O157:H7, Hepatitis A virus, or Norovirus. Person in charge must exclude or restrict employees per FDA Food Code guidelines.

What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?

TECHNIQUE FAILURE: Improper handwashing technique leaves pathogens on hands even when a handwashing attempt is made. Studies show 95% of people wash hands incorrectly — most don't scrub for 20 seconds or miss fingertips, thumbs, and between fingers. Incomplete washing creates a false sense of security while still transferring E. coli, Norovirus, and Salmonella to food. Correct technique requires: wet hands with clean warm water, apply soap, lather and scrub for 20+ seconds covering all surfaces including fingertips/nails/between fingers/back of hands, rinse thoroughly, dry with single-use towel. Use towel to turn off faucet. Do NOT use hand sanitizer as substitute for handwashing.

What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?

INFORMED CHOICE: Without consumer advisory, customers with compromised immune systems, elderly, pregnant women, and young children cannot make informed decisions about consuming raw or undercooked foods. Raw oysters carry Vibrio vulnificus (50% fatality in at-risk groups). Undercooked eggs carry Salmonella Enteritidis. Raw fish may contain Anisakis parasites. Provide written consumer advisory with: disclosure identifying menu items containing raw or undercooked animal foods (eggs, meat, fish, shellfish), and a reminder statement about increased risk of foodborne illness. Must be on menu, placard, or other conspicuous written format. Covers items like rare burgers, sushi, sunny-side-up eggs, raw oysters.

TACO LIBRE

2600 N PONCE DE LEON BLVD, Saint Augustine, FL 32084

St. Johns County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: ATLAS FIFTY FOUR INC · License: SEA6500103

TACO LIBRE in Saint Augustine, FL has 27 inspections on record with 181 total violations (6.7 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

27Inspections

181Violations

0Closures

Data current as of April 28, 2025

Inspection History (27)

Apr 28, 2025 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Oct 16, 2024 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Jun 19, 2024 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

May 23, 2024 — Complaint Full· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Apr 18, 2024 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Apr 17, 2024 — Routine - Food· 14 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V40 Wiping cloths usage

V41 Toilet facilities

Nov 15, 2023 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

Mar 17, 2023 — Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Mar 16, 2023 — Complaint Full· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V11 Food in good condition

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

Aug 29, 2022 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Apr 27, 2022 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Apr 26, 2022 — Routine - Food· 21 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V25 Allergen awareness

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V32 Proper sanitizing

V35 Single-use items

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Basic Violations

V45 Floor maintenance

Oct 8, 2021 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Sep 3, 2021 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jul 9, 2021 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jul 7, 2021 — Routine - Food· 14 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Mar 29, 2021 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jan 29, 2019 — Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

Jan 28, 2019 — Complaint Full· 13 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V25 Allergen awareness

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Jan 4, 2019 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Jun 4, 2018 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Apr 2, 2018 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Mar 30, 2018 — Routine - Food· 24 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V09 No contamination

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V40 Wiping cloths usage

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

Jul 20, 2017 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V48 Food storage

Jul 19, 2017 — Routine - Food· 16 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V48 Food storage

V51 Premises clean

Jul 13, 2016 — Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Jul 12, 2016 — Complaint Full· 13 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

How Does This Facility Compare?

TACO LIBRE has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the St. Johns County average of 0.17 closures per facility. It has averaged 6.7 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 3.87.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has TACO LIBRE had?: TACO LIBRE has had 27 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has TACO LIBRE ever been shut down?: No, TACO LIBRE has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at TACO LIBRE?: The most frequently cited violations at TACO LIBRE are: Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

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.

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