TALKIN' TACOS
1300 BEACH BLVD, Jacksonville Beach FL 32250 · 904.853.5140
Last inspected Aug 3, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023
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AUG 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 12 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects found Observed 2 flying insects in back room near mop sink.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 3, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in squeeze bottles in a pan on top of reach in cooler Sour cream (52F - Cold Holding); House made salsa verde (62F - Cold Holding). Manager placed squeeze bottles in side of reach in cooler.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled near ice chute of unit.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored on top of wiping cloth. Manager removed and stored properly.
Jan 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on top of reach in cooler in squeeze bottles sour cream (65F - Cold Holding); House made Tomatillo sauce (56F - Cold Holding). Manager had employee removed and store in reach in cooler.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled with mold like substance near ice chute of unit.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard to line shelves holding cases of water. Manager removed and stored properly.
Jul 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed 2 flying insects in back room near mop sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink on cook line. Employee will provide paper towels.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed area near front register with drinks and single service items that is not under a ceiling that is not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed large stainless pan stored on top of garbage can. Employee removed and stored properly.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on prep table. Employee removed and stored properly.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee engaging in food preparation wearing a watch.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed employee hand sink on cook line not draining properly in disrepair.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet not stored to dry properly. Employee will hang to dry properly.
Jan 31, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed employee medication for stomach pain stored on counter where food is served. Manager removed and stored the medication properly.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle of degreaser stored on counter above food. Manager removed and stored properly.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on prep table. Manager removed and stored drink properly.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee engaging in food preparation wearing watch.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed in use tongs stored on handle of oven located on cook line. Manager removed and stored tongs properly.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases of to go bags stored on floor of kitchen. Observed cases of single service containers stored on floor of dry storage. Manager will have employee remove and store properly.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop not stored properly to dry. Manager hung mop to dry.
Aug 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed 2 large containers of raw chicken on cook line at Raw chicken (48F-58F - Cold Holding) sitting on table near grill. Manager stated employee will start to cook chicken.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed under heat lamp Consome beef (112F - Hot Holding). Manager stated that Consome beef under heat lamp will be held on time control. Inspector will provide a copy of time control.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on table near single serve containers. Manager removed and stored properly.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed establishment without last health inspection available.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service lids on floor service line. Manager removed and stored properly.
Mar 26, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 25, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed one flying insect on cook line.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter added to mop sink without back flow device on non chemical side of splitter. Manager removed splitter at mop sink
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee using hand sink in bar area as dump and rinsing drinks. Spoke to manager and employee regarding hand sink in only for hand washing only.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the hand sink located near back door. Manager provided paper towels for the Hand sink.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees.
Employee chewing gum while preparing food or while in a food prep/food storage/warewashing area. Observed employee chewing gum while preparing food. Employee discarded gum.
Jul 19, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Two dented can of queso present in condiment shelf on cook line.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 live flying insects in front service area near the register
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet on added splitter on non chemical side. Gray hose attached to non chemical side
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. Establishment currently training 18 employees and does not have proof of employee knowledge agreement
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.