TALKIN' TACOS
1619 E SUNRISE BLVD, Fort Lauderdale FL 33304 · 9542741314
Last inspected Aug 5, 2026 · 10 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Steam table - cheese sauce (90-93F - Hot Holding). Per operator holding for 1 hour. Reviewed proper hot holding. Operator moved item to steamer to reheat.
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $520
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025063111 | Jul 29, 2025 | Oct 29, 2025 | $200 |
| 2--2022050143 | Aug 23, 2022 | Feb 22, 2023 | $320 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. In the walk in cooler, consume (56F - Cooling). The item was prepared last night at approximately 9:30pm. The item was cooling in the walk in cooler overnight. The item was not prepped or portioned today. The item was discarded. See stop sale.
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. In the walk in cooler, consume (56F - Cooling). The item was prepared last night at approximately 9:30pm. The item was cooling in the walk in cooler overnight. The item was not prepped or portioned today. The item was discarded. See stop sale.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Jan 15, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the walk in cooler, raw beef stored over lemonade. The items were switched.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. The dish wash area hand sink was covered with a hotel pan. The pan was removed
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. In the rolling bin of rice, the scoop was handle down in the rice. The scoop was corrected
Jul 30, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 29, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate2 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. Walk in cooler - cooked beef - prepared 7-28 (55-65F); beef consommé - prepared 7-28 (55-60F). Per operator items were prepared yesterday and held in walk in overnight. Items not prepped or portioned today. Observed cooked beef in covered, stacked containers. Observed beef consommé in tall covered plastic containers. See stop sale.
Employee drank from water bottle then engaged in food preparation, handling ready to eat foods - without washing hands. Reviewed proper handwashing and employee properlywashed hands.
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Employee washing large dishes in triple sink with no sanitizing step. Operator filled sanitizing sink - quaternary 400ppm.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. 1. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Walk in cooler - cooked beef - prepared 7-28 (55-65F); beef consommé - prepared 7-28 (55-60F). Per operator items were prepared yesterday and held in walk in overnight. Items not prepped or portioned today. Observed cooked beef in covered, stacked containers. Observed beef consommé in tall covered plastic containers. See stop sale. 2. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in cooler - beef consommé - prepared 7-26 (46-47 F); cheese (45-46F); horchata (46-47F); creama de queso (46-47F); cream cheese (46F). Per operator items were held in walk in overnight. No items prepped or portioned today. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in cooler - beef consommé - prepared 7-26 (46-47 F); cheese (45-46F); horchata (46-47F); creama de queso (46-47F); cream cheese (46F). Per operator items were held in walk in overnight. No items prepped or portioned today. See stop sale.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Walk in cooler - Observed cooked beef cooling in covered, stacked containers. Observed beef consommé cooking in tall covered plastic containers.
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. 1 employees, from hire date, without food handler/CFM training. Provided Food Employee Reporting Agreement to operator.,
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee belongs on several shelves in dry syorage room - mixed with food items and single service items.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under shelving in dry storage room.
Mar 20, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 19, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Left flip top cooler; salsa (46F - Cold Holding); cooked corn (45-47F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (45F - Cold Holding). Per operator items placed in from walk in cooler less than four hours ago. Operator placed items in freezer to quick chill. Items not prepared or portioned today
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Open drink container on counter top in service station. Operator removed
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on counter top in wait station. Operator removed
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Open employee drink in cooler. Operator removed
Dec 16, 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
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No soap provided at handwash sink - across from triple sink. Operator replaced.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooking - utensils in water 95F. Operator moved to heat source.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand sink across from triple sink and hand sink at entrance to kitchen. Operator posted.
Jun 20, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Observed - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Cookline.
Jun 11, 2024Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Water 78F
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. All hand sinks- water 76-78F
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Cookline - drawer unit - not turned on
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead on expo flip top. 1 dead by toilet - ladies room. Operator removed.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Cookline.
Jul 28, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Steam table - cheese sauce (90-93F - Hot Holding). Per operator holding for 1 hour. Reviewed proper hot holding. Operator moved item to steamer to reheat.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Walk in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cookline drawers.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Operator stored properly.
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