EL TAQUITO IV
917 North Fort Lauderdale Beach Boulevard
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33304
Broward County County
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★☆☆☆ (2.1/5)
Based on 6 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 4/1/2025
High Priority
0
Intermediate
3
Basic
4
Total
7
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. In walk in cooler, air vent soiled with mold like substance
- 10-12-5:Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. At ice machine, ice scoop stored on top of machine on a dirty surface. Employee removed scoop to clean **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation
- 10-01-5:Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. At dry storage shelf by door to kitchen, scoop handle in contact with sugar. Operator removed scoop. Corrected On-Site
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Microwave exterior solid with food debris.
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink by ice machine has bucket and dirty linen bag blocking access. Operator moved bucket and dirty linen bag. Corrected On-Site
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink on cook line has coffee cup stored in sink. Operator removed cup. Corrected On-Site
- 53B-14-5:Intermediate - 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.
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/1/2025 revealed 7 total violations (0 high priority, 3 intermediate, 4 basic).
Inspection on 8/20/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
2
Basic
2
Total
4
Inspection Details:
- 36-06-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Walk in cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-20: Observed same. **Time Extended**
- 35B-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-20: Observed same. **Time Extended**
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Front counter cutting board at flip top visibly soiled. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-20: Observed same. **Time Extended**
- 53B-13-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-20: Observed same. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/20/2024 revealed 4 total violations (0 high priority, 2 intermediate, 2 basic).
Inspection on 8/20/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
4
Basic
5
Total
10
Inspection Details:
- 36-06-4:Basic - Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Walk in cooler - soiled cardboard on floor. Repeat Violation
- 14-45-4:Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Visibly soiled cardboard on dry storage area shelves.
- 35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Repeat Violation
- 10-12-5:Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice scoop on visibly soiled ice machine. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site
- 29-03-4:Basic - Water draining onto floor surface. Under prep area sink. Operator cleaned during inspection. Corrected On-Site
- 12A-12-4:High Priority - Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Cook touched raw chicken, removed gloves, put on new gloves and touched clean utensils to dispense refried beans without washing hands. Employee removed gloves and washed hands. Corrected On-Site
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Front counter flip top cutting board. Repeat Violation
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front counter. Operator replaced. Corrected On-Site
- 11-26-1:Intermediate - 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 employee without food handler/CFM training. Provided Food Employee Reporting Agreement to operator.
- 53B-13-5:Intermediate - 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. Repeat Violation
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/20/2024 revealed 10 total violations (1 high priority, 4 intermediate, 5 basic).
Inspection on 6/17/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
10
Basic
6
Total
16
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Walk in cooler - bowl in cooked beans and bowl in cooked rice. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. All cold holding units throughout establishment. Warning
- 36-06-4:Basic - Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Walk in cooler. Warning
- 35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Repeat Violation Warning
- 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under and around front counter cooking equipment and cold holding equipment. Warning
- 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Front counter. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Front counter cutting board at flip top visibly soiled. Warning
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink next to ice machine blocked by kegs. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Pitchers stored in Handsink next to ice machine. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 02B-01-5:Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Ceviche and Tuna Tartare on menu. Reviewed menu updating with operator. Warning
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quat and chlorine. Warning
- 53A-05-6:Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ PIC - David Lopez. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front counter. Operator replaced. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 11-26-1:Intermediate - 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. 2 employees without food handler/CFM training. Provided Food Employee Reporting Agreement to operator. Repeat Violation Warning
- 05-06-4:Intermediate - Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit. Repeat Violation Warning
- 53B-13-5:Intermediate - 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. Repeat Violation Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 6/17/2024 revealed 16 total violations (0 high priority, 10 intermediate, 6 basic).
Inspection on 6/17/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
3
Basic
1
Total
4
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 35B-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-17: Observed same. **Time Extended**
- 11-26-1:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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. 2 employees without food handler/CFM training. Provided Food Employee Reporting Agreement to operator. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-17: Observed same. **Time Extended**
- 05-06-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit. Operators thermometer missing battery. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-17: No food thermometer. **Time Extended**
- 53B-13-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-17: Observed same. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 6/17/2024 revealed 4 total violations (0 high priority, 3 intermediate, 1 basic).
Inspection on 4/17/2024
High Priority
3
Intermediate
7
Basic
3
Total
13
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door. Warning
- 29-09-4:Basic - Hot water faucet handle at plumbing front counter hand sink not operating. Warning
- 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cookline - water 94F. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 12A-13-4:High Priority - Employee handled personal cell phone and then engaged in food preparation - handled ready to eat cheese without washing hands. Reviewed proper hand washing and employee properly washed hands. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Walk in cooler - raw shrimp stored over ready to eat cooked beef. Operator stored all items properly. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 08A-20-5:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Walk in cooler - raw shell eggs stored over raw shrimp. Operator stored all items properly. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 11-27-4:Intermediate - 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. Provided handout to operator. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Bar soda gun. Operator cleaned during inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 53A-05-6:Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ PIC - Alejandro Saturno. Warning
- 11-26-1:Intermediate - 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. 2 employees without food handler/CFM training. Provided Food Employee Reporting Agreement to operator. Repeat Violation Warning
- 05-06-4:Intermediate - Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit. Operators thermometer missing battery. Warning
- 53B-13-5:Intermediate - 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. Warning
- 27-16-5:Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Front counter - water 80F. Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/17/2024 revealed 13 total violations (3 high priority, 7 intermediate, 3 basic).