TAQUERIA HUETAMO
1499 S CONGRESS AVE STE 5, Delray Beach FL 33445 · 561.274.8112
Last inspected Jul 9, 2026 · 11 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature....raw chicken above raw beef in reach in cooler. Operator properly stored.
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2022049094 | Sep 27, 2022 | Dec 9, 2022 | $400 |
| 2--2018024319 | May 4, 2018 | May 31, 2018 | $400 |
| 2--2016004957 | Jan 30, 2016 | Feb 26, 2016 | $400 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jul 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit..horchata 55F at front line, food not prepped or portioned today, food being held less than 4 hours. Operator time marked.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at kitchen.
Dec 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.... tomatillos 48F, red salsa 51F in squeezed bottles in flip top self serve reach in cooler at front line. Food not prepped or portioned today, food being held more than four hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit...tomatillos 48F, red salsa 51F in squeezed bottles in flip top self serve reach in cooler at front line. Food not prepped or portioned today, food being held more than four hours. stop sale issue. Operator discarded food.
Jul 23, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 22, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit...shredded cheese 47F, block cheese 48F, sour cream 47F in two door steeliness steel reach in cooler at kitchen, food was commercially packaged not opened. Per employee food being held less than 4 hours. Employee removed food another acceptable cooler.
Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice in ice bin at front line. Employee removed.
Jan 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce....raw beef above tomato, jalapeño in reach in cooler, operator removed produce
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature....raw chicken above raw beef in reach in cooler. Operator properly stored.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair...water damage hole ceiling at dishwashing area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name....water spray bottle, operator labeled.
Jul 19, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 18, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority0 Intermediate0 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....black beans 44-45F in reach in cooler, per operator food was cooked yesterday. Stop sale issue. Advise operator discarded food
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized.....operator preparing sanitizer solution and sanitized utensils.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature...raw chicken, shell eggs above raw ground pork at reach in cooler. Operator properly stored.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.... Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit...tomatillo 59-60F, red salsa 53-60F in self serve flip top reach in cooler at dining area. Food not prepped or portion today, food being held since yesterday over 4 hours
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit...tomatillo 59-60F, red salsa 53-60F in self serve flip top reach in cooler at dining area. Food not prepped or portion today, food being held since yesterday over 4 hours. Stop sale issue. Operator discarded food.... Cheese 45-44F, salsa 45F, sliced tomatoes 44F in flip top reach in cooler at kitchen, food not prepped or portion today, food being held less than 4 hours, operator covered food.
May 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Cook ate tacos on cook line, touching her lips with her fingers, then engaged in food preparation, scooped beans out of a pot on the stove, without washing hands. Cook went to wash her hands.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Cook placed raw beef on grill and then prepared and plated tortillas without changing gloves. Reviewed changing gloves when going from raw to ready to eat food. Cook washed her hands and changed gloves.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet to mop sink faucet.
No running water at mop sink hot or cold. After replacing water heater, hot and cold water lines to mop sink were not reconnected.
Cook eating while preparing food, scooping beans out of a pot on the stove. Reviewed proper procedures with cook and she stopped eating and put the food away.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice at front counter. Cook removed.
In-use scoop in non-time/temperature control for safety flour not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Operator removed scoop.
Feb 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit...green salsa 51°, red salsa 50° in squeezed bottles at self serve reach in cooler at dining area. Food being held less than 4 hours. Employee discarded food and replace new food with time marked.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing...employee cleaning sea food in handwashing sink. Employee removed to triple sink.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Oct 13, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 11, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority0 Intermediate0 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....rice 45°, salsa 45° in tall glass door reach in cooler. Per operator food was cooked yesterday. Stop sale issue. Operator discarded food.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food....raw fish above rice in reach in cooler. Operator properly stored food.
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....rice 45°, salsa 45° in tall glass door reach in cooler. Per operator food was cooked yesterday....Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.... Beef soup 54°, horchata 48° in 1 glass door cooler at bottom shelf being held more than 4 hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.... Beef soup 54°, horchata 48° in 1 glass door cooler at bottom shelf being held more than 4 hours. Stop sale issue. Employee discarded food..... Cheese 45° in flip top reach in cooler at kitchen. Food being held less than 4 hours. Operator covered food.Corrective Action TakenCorrective Action Taken**
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