La Cocina Taqueria in Williston
Last inspected:
515 E Noble Ave, Williston, FL 32696LA COCINA TAQUERIA in Williston has accumulated 392 violations across 40 inspections since 2017, averaging 9.8 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for sewage leaks. Recent inspection patterns show sustained non-compliance, with administrative complaints recommended in five of the last eight inspections between 2023 and 2025. The restaurant has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $1,200 in fines.
Most recent closure: July 12, 2019 for sewage leaks.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
La Cocina Taqueria in Williston: Comparison to Levy County Averages
This Facility
9.8
violations / inspection
9.8 violations per inspection
Levy County Avg
5.55
violations / inspection
5.55 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Levy County Avg
0.35
closures / facility
0.35 county average
La Cocina Taqueria in Williston: Emergency Closure History (2)
La Cocina Taqueria in Williston: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2019037601 | $800.00 | Jul 12, 2019 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 5--2018019089 | $400.00 | Apr 4, 2018 | Fort Lauderdale |
La Cocina Taqueria in Williston: Full Inspection History — DBPR (40)
— 3 inspections26 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 4 inspections25 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Partial· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 6 inspections36 violations · 20 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 21 violations (12 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections34 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 22 violations (15 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections35 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 19 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 7 inspections57 violations · 31 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 16 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 8 inspections57 violations · 37 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections17 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
La Cocina Taqueria in Williston: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was La Cocina Taqueria in Williston last inspected?
- La Cocina Taqueria in Williston was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 6, 2025. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- When was La Cocina Taqueria in Williston last shut down?
- La Cocina Taqueria in Williston was last shut down on July 12, 2019 for sewage leaks. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at La Cocina Taqueria in Williston?
- The most frequently cited violations at La Cocina Taqueria in Williston are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Shell stock requirements.
- How many health inspections has La Cocina Taqueria in Williston had?
- La Cocina Taqueria in Williston has had 40 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of La Cocina Taqueria in Williston find?
- La Cocina Taqueria in Williston was most recently inspected on August 6, 2025 with 10 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has La Cocina Taqueria in Williston ever been shut down?
- Yes, La Cocina Taqueria in Williston has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- Has La Cocina Taqueria in Williston faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, La Cocina Taqueria in Williston has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,200.00 in fines.
- How much has La Cocina Taqueria in Williston been fined?
- La Cocina Taqueria in Williston has been fined a total of $1,200.00 across 2 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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