WAPO TACO
1955 E HALLANDALE BEACH BLVD, Hallandale Beach FL 33009 · 786-5252855
Last inspected Aug 11, 2026 · 9 visits since July 2023
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▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections trending up, 68 points better than where it started.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2015051965 | Oct 28, 2015 | Dec 15, 2015 | $160 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 11, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Cook line door handles with buildup of food.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed on cook line. Operator cleaned and sanitized.
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In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on cook line. Water 80°F. Operator removed, cleaned, sanitized, and stored dry.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cook line door gaskets soiled.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases of take out containers stored directly on the floor. Operator cleaned placed on shelf.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed at 200 ppm chlorine. Operator corrected to 100ppm.
Mar 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.. Observed spray botlle not labeled
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Faucet/handle broken at plumbing fixture.
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of onions stored on floor in Walk In Cooler Operator removed from floor
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed handwash sink across from food prep table leaking
Jan 30, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink by dish area blocked. Operator removed cleaning products.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
No soap provided at kitchen handwash sink.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed Chicken soup no handle ramekins in use for sugar. Operator removed.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Buildup of debris in cooler gaskets.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed broken gaskets on cook line coolers.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cook line utensils stored in water 75°F. Operator cleaned sanitized and stored in water maintained at 135°F.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Sep 2, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Cooked chicken, ham.
Reduced oxygen packaged food held more than 48 hours not labeled. Reduced Oxygen Packaged of cooked quarter chicken, half chicken and cooked ham not time marked or date marked. Per Manager cooked ham and chicken prepared onsite yesterday. Manager labeled and time marked during inspection.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. 2 Ceiling tiles above ice machine in Taco Wapo.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout establishment.
Jun 26, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Double Drawers under grill-; Shredded Cheese (46F - Cold Holding); Cooked Pork (46F- Cold Holding). Per Manager food items in unit less than 4 hours from reach in cooler. Items not prepared or portioned today. Manager moved to reach in cooler to quick chill.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Cooked chicken, ham.
Reduced oxygen packaged food held more than 48 hours not labeled. Reduced Oxygen Packaged of cooked quarter chicken, half chicken and cooked ham not time marked or date marked. Per Manager cooked ham and chicken prepared onsite yesterday. Manager labeled and time marked during inspection.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine
Case of oil stored on floor in kitchen. Manager elevated.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. 2 Ceiling tiles above ice machine in Taco Wapo.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout establishment.
Nov 1, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 20 violations recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority3 Intermediate11 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. Lowboy-; Cooked Rice (72F - Cooling). Per Manager food item in unit overnight. Item not prepared or portioned today. Observed item stored in covered deep pan. See Stop Sale
Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touched clothes and personal phone then proceeded to touch clean containers to fixed customer's meal without first removing gloves or washed hands. Reviewed proper hands washing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. 1) Container of raw fish stored above container of cheese and opened bag of bread in walk in Cooler. 2) Containers of raw beef patties stored above racks of bread in walk in cooler. 3) Container of raw beef patties stored above container of raw pork bacon in double drawers on cook line. Manager inverted.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Containers of raw chicken stored above container of raw beef in reach in freezer next to flat top at Wapo Taco. Chef inverted.
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. Lowboy-; Cooked Rice (72F - Cooling). Per Manager food item in unit overnight. Item not prepared or portioned today. Observed item stored in covered deep pan. See Stop Sale
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Chlorine 200PPM. Manager remade to 100PPM
Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink next to triple sink.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense salt and sugar. Manager removed during inspection.
Cases if soda stored on floor in walk in cooler. Manager elevated.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee put on hat during inspection.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Provided form to operator.
Faucet handle missing at plumbing fixture at hands washing sink in kitchen of Wapo Burgers
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. No time mark for cooked chicken.
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. Cooked Chicken in walk in cooler dated 10-29 and not time marked.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloths stored on prep tables in kitchen. Manager stored in sanitizer bucket.
Working containers of salt removed from original container not identified by common name. Manager labeled sugar container.
Jul 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority2 Intermediate4 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. 3 Doors Lowboy reach in-; Cooked Rice (50-52F - Cooling) Per cook food item in unit overnight. Item not prepared or portioned today. Observed condensation of water. See stop sale.
Hot water takes too long to reach handwash sink resulting in employees using only cold water to wash their hands. Hot water temperature 75F. Manager call tech during inspection.
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. 3 Doors reach in cooler- Shredded cheese (48-51F - Cold Holding). Per chef food item in unit overnight. Item not prepared or portioned today. See stop sale. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. 3 Doors Lowboy reach in-; Cooked Rice (50-52F - Cooling) Per cook food item in unit overnight. Item not prepared or portioned today. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 3 Doors reach in cooler- Shredded cheese (48-51F - Cold Holding). Per chef food item in unit overnight. Item not prepared or portioned today. See stop sale
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Manager labeled degreaser bottle during inspection.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Water Temperature 75F. No hot water provided at handwashing sink front counter.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee put on hat during inspection.
Equipment in poor repair. 3 doors lowboy in cook line in poor repair. Instructed Manager not to stored TCS items in unit until repair is complete.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Dec 8, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 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- Cooked beans (131F - Hot Holding). Per chef food item in unit less than 4 hours. Item not prepared today. Chef reheated.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Container and sponge stored in hands washing sink in kitchen. Manager removed.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Manager labeled degreaser bottle during inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vents throughout establishment soiled.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Triple sink faucet loose and is leaking water.
Shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Racks in hallways.
Working containers of salt removed from original container not identified by common name. Manager labeled salt container during inspection.
Jul 20, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. True 3 doors lowboy-; Shredded cheese (50-52F - Cold Holding). Per manager food item in unit less than 4 hours. Items not prepared nor portioned today. Manager moved back to walk in cooler to quick chill.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tile above ice machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling vent above ice machine.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Small chest freezer in kitchen.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Water temperature 80F. Cook remove water cleaned utensil and stored in boiling water.
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Manager labeled containers of rice and beans during inspection.
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.