Taco Island Mexican Restaurant in Sunny Isles Beach
Last inspected:
16850 Collins Ave, Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160Taco Island Mexican Restaurant in Sunny Isles Beach has accumulated 180 violations across 28 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.4 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for rodent and roach activity. The restaurant has faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $400 fine. Food contact surface violations, hand washing failures, and unapproved food sources are the most frequently cited violations.
Most recent closure: September 24, 2018 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Taco Island Mexican Restaurant in Sunny Isles Beach: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
This Facility
6.4
violations / inspection
6.4 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg
6.7
violations / inspection
6.7 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg
0.13
closures / facility
0.13 county average
Taco Island Mexican Restaurant in Sunny Isles Beach: Emergency Closure History (2)
Taco Island Mexican Restaurant in Sunny Isles Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2016001429 | $400.00 | Jan 7, 2016 | Miami (Doral) |
Taco Island Mexican Restaurant in Sunny Isles Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 5 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 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
— 3 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 7 inspections52 violations · 28 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Taco Island Mexican Restaurant in Sunny Isles Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Taco Island Mexican Restaurant in Sunny Isles Beach last inspected?
- Taco Island Mexican Restaurant in Sunny Isles Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 14, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Taco Island Mexican Restaurant in Sunny Isles Beach last shut down?
- Taco Island Mexican Restaurant in Sunny Isles Beach was last shut down on September 24, 2018 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 Taco Island Mexican Restaurant in Sunny Isles Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Taco Island Mexican Restaurant in Sunny Isles Beach are: Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Taco Island Mexican Restaurant in Sunny Isles Beach had?
- Taco Island Mexican Restaurant in Sunny Isles Beach has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Taco Island Mexican Restaurant in Sunny Isles Beach find?
- Taco Island Mexican Restaurant in Sunny Isles Beach was most recently inspected on January 14, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Taco Island Mexican Restaurant in Sunny Isles Beach ever been shut down?
- Yes, Taco Island Mexican Restaurant in Sunny Isles Beach has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 Taco Island Mexican Restaurant in Sunny Isles Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Taco Island Mexican Restaurant in Sunny Isles Beach has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Taco Island Mexican Restaurant in Sunny Isles Beach been fined?
- Taco Island Mexican Restaurant in Sunny Isles Beach has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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.
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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