BIG AL'S TACOS
901 S FEDERAL HWY, Hallandale Beach FL 33009 · 7868505076
Last inspected Jul 14, 2026 · 8 visits since September 2023
AUG 24
JAN 25
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JAN 26
JUL 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 14, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Sanitizer not used in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. Observed no sanitizer in unit.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed 2025 license posted.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
Jan 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator provided.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator provided.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed plastic take out ware stored directly on the floor. Operator relocated.
Sep 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee put on hat during inspection.
Jan 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine chemical test kit.
Lower shelf of cart next to triple sink with rust that has pitted the surface.
Oct 25, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 23, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Cooked Pork (76F- Cooling); Cooked Chicken (55F - Cooling). Per Employee food items in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. Observed water condensation on lid. See Stop sale
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Flan in turbo Air date marked 07-29-24. See Stop sale
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. 1) Flan in turbo Air date marked 07-29-24. See Stop Sale 2) Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Cooked Pork (76F- Cooling); Cooked Chicken (55F - Cooling). Per Employee food items in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. Observed water condensation on lid. See Stop sale
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Container of oil stored on floor under triple sink. Employee elevated.
Feb 23, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Bowl with no handle used to dispense corn in Atosa double drawers cooler under flat top. Employee removed.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of food debris and oils.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employees water stored on top shelf in turbo single door reach in. Employee removed.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloths stored in triple sink. Employee stored in sanitizer bucket.
Working containers of oil removed from original container not identified by common name. Employee labeled during inspection.
Sep 15, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Container of salsa in Turbo Air reach in cooler date marked 09-05-23. See stop sale
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. Container of salsa in Turbo Air reach in cooler date marked 09-05-23. See stop sale
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Opened employee soda bottle stored on top shelf in Turbo Air reach in cooler. Employee removed.
Working containers of oil removed from original container not identified by common name. Cook labeled squeeze bottle of oil during inspection.
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.