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TALKIN TACO

493 N FEDERAL HWY, Boca Raton FL 33432

Last inspected Jun 12, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats30
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA6021561
Grade history
JUL 24
FEB 25
JUL 25
APR 26
JUN 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 16 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
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.
High priority/03D-02-5
Badges — 1 earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

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Inspection history

8 visits, newest first

Jun 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findings
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Using paper towels as food liners. Manager removed
High priority/14-86-1/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Garbage can blocking handwashing sink in kitchen. Manager removed garbage can
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pots and pans being stacked wet.
Basic/24-08-4
Show the remaining 1 finding ▾
Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. Handwashing sink next to hot cheese shredded beef and beans has no splash guard.
Basic/08B-54-4
The state's own report →
Apr 22, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 21, 2026Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded.

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
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
Intermediate/31A-07-4/Warning
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Basic/32-12-6/Warning
Jul 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 10, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Plastic bucket in hand sink at front counter
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Stainless steel reach in door at front counter
Basic/23-24-4
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Clean containers on drying rack
Basic/16-46-4
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
Basic/21-10-4
Sep 21, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
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.
High priority/03D-02-5
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.
High priority/01B-02-5
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
Intermediate/53A-03-7
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior ice machine
Intermediate/22-02-4
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles in kitchen over prep line unclean
Basic/36-34-5
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. On cutting board
Basic/21-10-4
Aug 2, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic

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.