How many health inspections has Diego's Taqueria in Wahneta had?

Diego's Taqueria in Wahneta has had 0 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 0 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.

Has Diego's Taqueria in Wahneta ever been shut down?

No, Diego's Taqueria in Wahneta has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.

How many inspections has Diego's Taqueria in Wahneta had?

Diego's Taqueria in Wahneta has 4 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.

What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Diego's Taqueria in Wahneta find?

Diego's Taqueria in Wahneta was most recently inspected by FDACS on October 24, 2024 (Focused Inspection).

Has Diego's Taqueria in Wahneta had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?

No, Diego's Taqueria in Wahneta has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.

Diego's Taqueria in Wahneta

3074 Rifle Range Rd, Wahneta, FL 33880

Polk County · Food Service
Owner: Diego's Taqueria LLC
DBPR License: MFD6351252
FDACS Estab #: 363686

Overview

Diego's Taqueria in Wahneta, FL has 0 inspections on record with 0 total violations (0 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures (plus 4 FDACS inspections).

0Inspections

0Violations

0Closures

4FDACS Insp.

Last inspected FDACS: October 24, 2024

Diego's Taqueria in Wahneta: Comparison to Polk County Averages

This Facility 0 violations / inspection 0 violations per inspection

Polk County Avg 3.28 violations / inspection 3.28 county average

This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures

Polk County Avg 0.18 closures / facility 0.18 county average

Diego's Taqueria in Wahneta: FDACS Inspection History (4)

Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.

2024 — 1 inspection

Oct 24, 2024 — Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: ASHLEY MONTANEZ BRADSHAW, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Comments: Visit conducted in response to Hurricane Milton follow-up.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

2023 — 3 inspections

Aug 3, 2023 — Met Inspection Requirements· 8 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: TAMMY FLANNERY, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to [email protected]. Please note each observation that has been corrected. Food entity no longer bags ice for retail sale, the few bags of ice from their ice machine in small white freezer chest unit located in retail area is not for retail sale as stated by person in charge. It's for employee's use to quickly fill up the fountain drink machine's ice bin only when needed, they have vendor provided bags of ice (Lee"s Ice) for customer purchase.

Risk-Based Violations

3-501.16(A)(2) Cold held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 41°F or below. 3-501.16(A)(2) PP

Retail area- 4 jugs of milk on reach in cooler's bottom display shelf were out of temperature, internal temperature taken was 44 degrees F. Cos- person in charge voluntarily removed and discarded the milk during the inspection. x Print Date: 8/3/2023 Page 1 of 4 24 Pf Citation Description: Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. 2-501.11 Pf Observation: The food establishment does not have a written vomit or diarrhea event clean up procedure available. A guidance handout was given to the food establishment's management to help them write up step by step procedures for vomit and/or diarrhea event clean up.

6-301.11 Handwashing sink or group of 2 adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. Handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with: individual, disposable towels; continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. 6-301.11 and 6-301.12 PfPf

Back area- no paper towels provided at the hand wash sink in the employee only restroom. No soap provided at the hand wash sink in the public restroom. No soap or paper towels provided at the hand wash sink in the ware wash and storage area. Food service area- no paper towels provided at the hand wash sink.

5-205.11 Handwashing sink not maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use or is used for purposes other than handwashing, or an automatic handwashing facility not used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. 5-205.11 PfPf

Back area- articles and equipment blocking access to the hand wash sink in the ware washing and back storage area. COS- instructions given to person in charge about the necessity of that hand wash sink and the articles and equipment were moved in order to gain access the hand wash sink.

95 Establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a test through a recognized accredited program. 5K-4.021(1), F.A.C.

No certified food protection manager certificate available for inspector review.

Good Retail Practice Violations

6-202.15 Outer opening not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; closed, tight-fitting windows; and solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Windows or doors kept open for ventilation or other purposes not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by 16 mesh to 1 inch screens; properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects; or other effective means. 6-202.15

Outside area- hole in the wall of the building around electrical pipes in the back.

4-501.11 Equipment not maintained in good repair or condition; equipment component not kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications; or cutting or piercing part of can opener not kept sharp to minimize the creation of metal fragments that can contaminate food when a container is opened. 4-501.11

Food service area- storage shelves are water damaged and broken inside many of the cabinets. Back area- employee only restroom's storage cabinet below the hand wash sink is damaged and falling apart.

4-602.13 Nonfood-contact surface of equipment not cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residue. 4-602.13

Food service area- storage shelves have excess dirt, food spillage and trash on them inside the cabinets.

6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11

Retail area- many ceiling tiles are water stained and/or sagging and damaged.

Mar 28, 2023 — Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: TAMMY FLANNERY, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: Request# 5095019. Re-sample. Focused Inspection - Sample Collection.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

Mar 13, 2023 — Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: TAMMY FLANNERY, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: Focused Inspection - Sample Collection.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

Diego's Taqueria in Wahneta: Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has Diego's Taqueria in Wahneta had?: Diego's Taqueria in Wahneta has had 0 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 0 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
Has Diego's Taqueria in Wahneta ever been shut down?: No, Diego's Taqueria in Wahneta has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
When was Diego's Taqueria in Wahneta last inspected?: Diego's Taqueria in Wahneta was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on October 24, 2024. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
How many inspections has Diego's Taqueria in Wahneta had?: Diego's Taqueria in Wahneta has 4 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Diego's Taqueria in Wahneta find?: Diego's Taqueria in Wahneta was most recently inspected by FDACS on October 24, 2024 (Focused Inspection).
Has Diego's Taqueria in Wahneta had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?: No, Diego's Taqueria in Wahneta has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Diego's Taqueria in Wahneta?: The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Diego's Taqueria in Wahneta are: 6-301.11: Handwashing sink or group of 2 adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. Handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with: individual, disposable towels; continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. 6-301.11 and 6-301.12 Pf; 5-205.11: Handwashing sink not maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use or is used for purposes other than handwashing, or an automatic handwashing facility not used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. 5-205.11 Pf; 3-501.16(A)(2): Cold held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 41°F or below. 3-501.16(A)(2) P.