BANDOLEROS TACOS OAKLAND PARK
3200 NE 12 AVE, Oakland Park FL 33334
Last inspected Jul 27, 2026 · 9 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found Approximately; 3 live flies by left side bar area observed not landing. 7 in employee restroom
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $610
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2026025416 | Feb 17, 2026 | May 19, 2026 | $200 |
| 2--2021034608 | Jul 20, 2021 | Oct 11, 2021 | $250 |
| 2--2017043819 | Aug 16, 2017 | Oct 4, 2017 | $160 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Walk in cooler - cooked onions (46-47F). Per operator item prepared yesterday and held in walk in overnight. Item not prepped or portioned today. Observed item covered. See stop sale.
Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. 2 employees entered kitchen from outside, put on gloves and began handling clean utensils and equipment without first washing hands. R3biewed proper procedures and employees washed hands.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Walk in cooler - cooked onions (46-47F). Per operator item prepared yesterday and held in walk in overnight. Item not prepped or portioned today. Observed item covered. See stop sale.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided handout to operator.
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No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. 1 employee without food handler/CFM training. Provided Food Employee Reporting Agreement to operator.A
Apr 20, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/.
Feb 18, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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No handwash sink for employees at right side bar area.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable throughout kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
Feb 17, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 28 violations recorded, 9 high priority.
9 High priority5 Intermediate14 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. 1. Employee washing dishes went to chicken prep area and began cutting chicken without washing hands and changing gloves. 2. Employee removed cellphone from cook line and continued cooking without washing hands and changing gloves. Reviewed proper hand washing and gloves usage with employees, employees washed hands and changed gloves.
Live, small flying insects found Approximately; 3 live flies by left side bar area observed not landing. 7 in employee restroom
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shelled eggs over unwashed onions. Operator stored properly.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over ready to eat buttermilk, operator stored properly.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Approximately 7 rodent droppings on top of shed area across from outdoor walk in cooler. Operator immediately removed and sanitized area.
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. 2 dead flies in ice machine across from outdoor walk in cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. mushrooms Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. mushrooms (72F - Cold Holding); mozzarella cheese (73F - Cold Holding) no items prepped or portioned today, held in unit overnight. Observed unit off.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. mushrooms (72F - Cold Holding); mozzarella cheese (73F - Cold Holding) no items prepped or portioned today, held in unit overnight. Observed unit off.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. At left side bar area hand washing sink used as storage for food container. Operator removed.
No handwash sink for employees at right side bar area.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At left side bar area hand washing sink, operator replaced.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/.
No soap provided at handwash sink. At left side bar area hand washing sink. operator replaced.
Accumulation of approximately 50 dead flies in control devices in employee restroom, at right side bar area triple sink. 2 dead flies in ice machine across from outdoor walk in cooler,
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl in rice container located in outdoor prep area.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles in kitchen.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable throughout kitchen.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bag on shelf used for food equipment storage. Employee cellphone on cook line flip top cutting board.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Cases of beef stored on shelf not 6 inches off floor in outdoor walk in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Pico de gallo stored on floor in walk in drink cooler.
Food stored outside bulk container of rice and beans stored outside.
Grease receptacle lid open
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At left side bar area hand washing sink. operator replaced.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gaskets throughout kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Fish observed thawing in water on prep table, operator placed in reach in cooler.
Aug 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Employee set up 3 Compartment sink to wash, rinse and sanitize.
Live, small flying insects found
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Beef being thawed at room temperature in 3 Compartment sink Employee placed under running water
Jun 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License renewed at time of inspecition
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwashing sink next to 3 Compartment sink
No soap provided at handwash sink. Handwashing sink next to 3 Compartment sink Employee replaced soap
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Oct 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Oct 13, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Faucet at rear of building
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Chef replaced paper towel
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bartender used no handle container to scoop ice from bin
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Jul 12, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At the cookline flip top cooler, salsa (60F - Cold Holding); guacamole (60F - Cold Holding). The item were stored above the refrigeration line. The items were changed to smaller containers and placed in the flip top properly.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.