TACO BELL # 177
2801 W ATLANTIC BLVD, Pompano Beach FL 33069
Last inspected Sep 9, 2025 · 4 visits since July 2023
4 inspections within 22 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken strips (120-133F - Hot Holding) per employee held out of temperature less than one hour. Employee reheated.
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $360
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2023043787 | Jul 27, 2023 | Aug 23, 2023 | $200 |
| 2--2018062045 | Dec 3, 2018 | Jan 18, 2019 | $160 |
Inspection history
4 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken strips (120-133F - Hot Holding) per employee held out of temperature less than one hour. Employee reheated.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Water temperature 75F
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in shredded cheese the scoop handle in contact with the cheese.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler. fluorescent bulb not working.
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Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed mold like substance on wall at three compartment sink.
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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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. Email bulletin
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used as a dump sink coffee remnants in hand washing sink next to the prep sink
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink located near take out window and by perp station
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle in contact with mix shredded cheese
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand washing sink peddles by prep station and take out window not functioning properly.
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Stored food not covered. Observed package of diced tomatoes sliced open not covered in walk-in cooler. Operator covered.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice (112F - Hot Holding) in steam table. Per operator rice reheated 20 min prior. Reheated to 165F.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Exterior to soda machine dispenser unclean at drive thru
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Walk in cooler vents
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Bottom of reach in freezer next to office contains food debris
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