TALKIN TACO
493 N FEDERAL HWY, Boca Raton FL 33432
Last inspected Jun 12, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023
5 inspections within 16 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. soup (64F - Cooling) in reach in cooler. Operator states food not prepped or portioned. In unit over night. Covered in large plastic container. Food did not reach 41F within 6 hours.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Using paper towels as food liners. Manager removed
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Garbage can blocking handwashing sink in kitchen. Manager removed garbage can
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.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pots and pans being stacked wet.
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Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. Handwashing sink next to hot cheese shredded beef and beans has no splash guard.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded.
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Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Per approved plans, hand wash sink missing on cook line next to ice machine, hand wash sink missing in ware washing area
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Plastic bucket in hand sink at front counter
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Stainless steel reach in door at front counter
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Clean containers on drying rack
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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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. soup (64F - Cooling) in reach in cooler. Operator states food not prepped or portioned. In unit over night. Covered in large plastic container. Food did not reach 41F within 6 hours.
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. soup (64F - Cooling) in reach in cooler. Operator states food not prepped or portioned. In unit over night. Covered in large plastic container. Food did not reach 41F within 6 hours.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Shannon M Alameda 3/7/23
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior ice machine
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles in kitchen over prep line unclean
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. On cutting board
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
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.