Taco Amigo in Zephyrhills
Last inspected:
5009 Gall Blvd, Zephyrhills, FL 33542Taco Amigo in Zephyrhills has accumulated 327 violations across 39 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.4 per visit. The facility was shut down four times for roach and rodent activity. State records show four fire safety violations from its prior operation as Corner Grille in 2015, including repeated citations for a portable fire extinguisher in the red recharge zone. In September 2023, the facility faced multiple emergency orders within days, with inspectors documenting continued non-compliance before the orders were finally satisfied. The restaurant has faced four disciplinary actions totaling $2,200 in fines, with the largest single penalty at $800.
Most recent closure: September 27, 2023 for rodent, roach & fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Taco Amigo in Zephyrhills: Comparison to Pasco County Averages
This Facility
8.4
violations / inspection
8.4 violations per inspection
Pasco County Avg
4.76
violations / inspection
4.76 county average
This Facility
4
emergency closures
4 closures
Pasco County Avg
0.25
closures / facility
0.25 county average
Taco Amigo in Zephyrhills: Emergency Closure History (4)
Taco Amigo in Zephyrhills: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)
Total fines on record: $2,200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2023057038 | $800.00 | Sep 7, 2023 | Panama City Beach | |
| 3--2023058468 | $800.00 | Sep 27, 2023 | Orlando | |
| 3--2023014511 | $200.00 | Jan 10, 2023 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2020051832 | $400.00 | Nov 6, 2020 | Orlando |
Taco Amigo in Zephyrhills: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 3 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Fire extinguisher at back door in red recharge zone **Repeat Violation**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Extinguisher in red recharge zone by back door
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Emergency order recommended
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Extinguisher in red recharge zone by back door
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Taco Amigo in Zephyrhills: Full Inspection History — DBPR (39)
— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections21 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 12 inspections91 violations · 43 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Complaint Full· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Complaint Full· 12 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 7 inspections43 violations · 31 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 6 inspections48 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections3 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections19 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections2 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Taco Amigo in Zephyrhills: Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Taco Amigo in Zephyrhills under active enforcement?
- Records show 3 emergency order inspections between September 27, 2023 and September 28, 2023. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- When was Taco Amigo in Zephyrhills last inspected?
- Taco Amigo in Zephyrhills was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 3, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Taco Amigo in Zephyrhills last shut down?
- Taco Amigo in Zephyrhills was last shut down on September 27, 2023 for rodent, roach & fly 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 Amigo in Zephyrhills?
- The most frequently cited violations at Taco Amigo in Zephyrhills are: Food contact surfaces, Clean multi-use utensils, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Taco Amigo in Zephyrhills had?
- Taco Amigo in Zephyrhills has had 39 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Taco Amigo in Zephyrhills find?
- Taco Amigo in Zephyrhills was most recently inspected on March 3, 2026 with 12 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Taco Amigo in Zephyrhills ever been shut down?
- Yes, Taco Amigo in Zephyrhills has been emergency-closed 4 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- Has Taco Amigo in Zephyrhills had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Taco Amigo in Zephyrhills has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Taco Amigo in Zephyrhills faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Taco Amigo in Zephyrhills has 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,200.00 in fines.
- How much has Taco Amigo in Zephyrhills been fined?
- Taco Amigo in Zephyrhills has been fined a total of $2,200.00 across 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Taco Amigo in Zephyrhills operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Corner Grille (2015-2015).
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