TACOCRAFT TAQUERIA AND TEQUILA BAR
301 N UNIVERSITY DR, Plantation FL 33324
Last inspected Jul 13, 2026 · 10 visits since September 2023
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≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Approximately 5 live roaches on the ground under the grills. Approximately 4 live roaches by the flip top coolers in the kitchen. One live roach by the reach in freezer on the floor. Approximately 8 live roaches under the lowboy/handwashing sink in the kitchen crawling on the floors and walls.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $2,400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2026034863 | May 11, 2026 | Jun 11, 2026 | $400 |
| 2--2023039024 | Jun 28, 2023 | Sep 14, 2023 | $1,600 |
| 2--2022021731 | Apr 28, 2022 | May 27, 2022 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 12, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface in the alcohol walk in cooler.
May 11, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 10 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
4 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. Approximately 8 small flying insects near the soda dispensers landing on the boxes with soda syrup and walls. Approximately 6 small flying insects by mop sink area landing on walls, floors and cleaning equipment. Approximately 15 small flying insects landing on raw onions by the walk in cooler. Approximately 10 small flying insects landing on inspector while writing up the report. Approximately 4 small flying insects in the produce prep area landing on clean surfaces.
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Quaternary 0ppm). Operator corrected to 200ppm.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw tuna stored over ready to eat potatoes in the walk in cooler. Operator stored properly.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Approximately 5 live roaches on the ground under the grills. Approximately 4 live roaches by the flip top coolers in the kitchen. One live roach by the reach in freezer on the floor. Approximately 8 live roaches under the lowboy/handwashing sink in the kitchen crawling on the floors and walls.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink blocked with a table with a rice cooker on it.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed ice buckets not stored inverted. Operator stored properly.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees bag stored over flour. Operator stored properly.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board in the kitchen. Operator removed wiping cloth.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area near the walk in cooler.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface in the alcohol walk in cooler.
Mar 6, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 5, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw seared tuna stored over sauces in the middle flip top cooler in the kitchen. Operator stored properly.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding); cheese (50F - Cold Holding); cooked sweet potatoes (51F - Cold Holding); cooked pineapple (51F - Cold Holding) in the kitchen right flip top cooler. As per operator, items were placed into the cooler at approximately 12:00. Operator placed in walk in cooler to quick chill.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public in the beer walk in cooler. Operator stored properly.
Nov 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink near walk in cooler blocked by a garbage can. Operator removed garbage can.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink near walk in cooler with a hand mixer stored in it. Operator removed hand mixer, washed and sanitized the handwashing sink.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with chemicals in it at the bar. As per operator, chemical is a chemical sanitizer. Operator properly labeled.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle in contact with the ice. Operator removed scoop from ice.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labeled on clean dishes coming out of the dish machine. Operator removed old labels and washed/sanitized the dishes.
Apr 21, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on cooling rack in kitchen - cooked corn (71F - Hot Holding) as per employee items held out of temperature for approximately 5 hours. See stop sale. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at flip top cooler in kitchen- yuca fries (56F - Cold Holding); chimichurri (55F - Cold Holding) as per employee items held out of temperature for approximately 5 hours. Items not portioned or prepared today. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at flip top cooler in kitchen- yuca fries (56F - Cold Holding); chimichurri (55F - Cold Holding) as per employee items held out of temperature for approximately 5 hours. Items not portioned or prepared today. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on cooling rack in kitchen - cooked corn (71F - Hot Holding) as per employee items held out of temperature for approximately 5 hours. See stop sale.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at mop sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed at handwashing sink near walk in cooler - power mixer stored in sink.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed under prep table near walk in cooler - sprayer containing chlorine not labeled.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice cream scoop stored in water 76F
Feb 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed in deep covered pans queso (72-90F - Cooling) at 2:10 pm per operator prepared and placed in walk-in cooler at 12:00 was not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. See Stop Sale.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in deep covered pans queso (72-90F - Cooling) at 2:10 pm per operator prepared and placed in walk-in cooler at 12:00 was not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked yuca (52F - Cold Holding); cooked pork belly (51-55F - Cold Holding) per operator held out of temperature less than 3 hours. Not portion or prep today. Employee placed in ice bath.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed in deep covered pans queso (72-90F - Cooling) in walk-in cooler.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup with no handle used to dispense rice and flour. Operator removed.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed In-use utensil stored in standing water temperatures of 125F and 80F on cook line.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed quaternary less than 100 Ppm. Employee made new solution rechecked 200 Ppm
Working containers of food flour removed from original container not identified by common name.
Mar 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink. Observed no quaternary test strips available.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed on cook line between units. Operator removed, clean, sanitized, and stored properly.
Sep 19, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw steak, commercially packaged, and raw fish, commercially packaged, stored over peas, not commercially packaged, inside reach in freezer at cook line. Operator properly stored.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed accumulation of black, mold-like substance inside ice machine, in kitchen.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed bug zapper installed above soda fountain at expo line, in kitchen.
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