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EL TAQUITO IV

With 11 inspections documented, EL TAQUITO IV maintains a 2.3/5 food safety rating in FORT LAUDERDALE. Recent inspections show improving food safety practices.

Last inspection: 2 weeks ago · 11 reports on file

917 North Fort Lauderdale Beach Boulevard
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33304
Broward County County

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★☆☆☆ (2.3/5)
Based on 11 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

2/24/2026· 2w ago

Inspection #: 3664037

Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

2/13/2026· 3w ago

Visit ID: 13516975

Follow-up Inspection Required

2 high, 1 int, 1 basic

  • 29-08-4:Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. The front line hand wash has no running water and is wrapped with plastic wrap.
  • 22-41-4:High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Warning
  • 08A-04-5:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw beef stored over unwashed peppers. The peppers were moved. Corrected On-Site
  • 27-16-4:Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. At the front cook line hand wash sink. The water is turned off for sink repair.

11/10/2025· 4mo ago

Visit ID: 13516701

Follow-up Inspection Required

2 int, 3 basic

  • 51-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks by back door not adequately secured. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-10: Observed same. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-10: Observed same. Admin Complaint
  • 14-11-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Cookline flip top - torn gaskets on doors Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-10: Observed same. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-10: Observed same. Admin Complaint
  • 29-49-6:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Cookline flip top. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-10: Observed same. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-10: Observed same. Admin Complaint
  • 02B-01-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Ceviche and tuna tartare. Reviewed menu updating with operator. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-10: Observed same. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-10: Observed same. Admin Complaint
  • 53A-05-6:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 - Omar Suarez Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-10: Observed same. Person in Charge - Omar Suarez **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-10: Observed same - 4 food handling employees present. PIC - Argenis Moya. Admin Complaint

9/10/2025· 6mo ago

Visit ID: 13516158

Follow-up Inspection Required

4 int, 3 basic

  • 51-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks by back door not adequately secured. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-10: Observed same. **Time Extended**
  • 14-11-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Cookline flip top - torn gaskets on doors Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-10: Observed same. **Time Extended**
  • 29-49-6:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Cookline flip top. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-10: Observed same. **Time Extended**
  • 02B-01-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Ceviche and tuna tartare. Reviewed menu updating with operator. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-10: Observed same. **Time Extended**
  • 53A-05-6:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 - Omar Suarez Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-10: Observed same. Person in Charge - Omar Suarez **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. 3 employees without food handler/CFM training. Provided Food Employee Reporting Agreement to operator. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-10: Reviewed Food Employee Reporting Agreement with operator. **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 2025-09-10: Observed same. **Time Extended**

9/9/2025· 6mo ago

Visit ID: 10926025

Follow-up Inspection Required

4 high, 4 int, 6 basic

  • 51-11-4:Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks by back door not adequately secured. 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
  • 12B-12-5:Basic - 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. Cookline. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Cookline flip top - torn gaskets on doors Warning
  • 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cookline - utensils in water 102F. Operator moved to heat source. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
  • 29-49-6:Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Cookline flip top. Warning
  • 12A-07-5:High Priority - Cook failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food - preparing an order. Reviewed proper hand washing and employee washed hands. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 12A-20-4:High Priority - Cook washed hands with no soap. Reviewed proper hand washing and employee washed hands with soap. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 12A-02-4:High Priority - Server handled soiled dishes and then prepared a beverage without washing hands. Reviewed proper hand washing and employee washed hands. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 08A-05-6:High Priority - Walk in cooler - Raw fish stored over ready-to-eat corn. Operator stored all items properly. 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. Reviewed menu updating with operator. 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 - Omar Suarez 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. 3 employees without food handler/CFM training. Provided Food Employee Reporting Agreement to operator. 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

4/1/2025· 11mo ago

Visit ID: 8866070

Met Inspection Standards

3 int, 4 basic

  • 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.

8/20/2024· 1y 6mo ago

2 int, 2 basic

  • 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**

8/20/2024· 1y 6mo ago

1 high, 4 int, 5 basic

  • 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

6/17/2024· 1y 8mo ago

Visit ID: 8655475

Met Inspection Standards

3 int, 1 basic

  • 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**

6/17/2024· 1y 8mo ago

Visit ID: 8655789

Follow-up Inspection Required

10 int, 6 basic

  • 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

4/17/2024· 1y 10mo ago

Visit ID: 8350866

Follow-up Inspection Required

3 high, 7 int, 3 basic

  • 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