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TACOS EL PAPI AND BLANKA'S BAKERY

TACOS EL PAPI AND BLANKA'S BAKERY maintains a 2.9/5 food safety rating based on 8 health department inspections in OAKLAND PARK. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.

3591 N ANDREWS AVE STE D

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★½☆☆ (2.9/5)
Based on 8 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

Inspection Date: 11/13/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 13476270

  • 12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Small styrofoam cup of coffee on prep table , Operator discarded coffee Corrected On-Site
  • 14-34-4:Basic - Interior of ice machine/bin with rust that has pitted the surface
  • 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • 03D-02-5:High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Steak; (47F)Steak 49F at 11:00am 11/13/25. Walk In Cooler Food cooked at 5pm 11/12/25 left to cool over night
  • 14-31-5:High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Cooked rice placed in "Thank You Bag" at steam table Employee removed rice and placed in stainless steel steel container Corrected On-Site
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Steak; (47F)Steak 49F. Walk In Cooler, Food not prepped or portioned today Stop sale issued. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwash sink next to ice machine blocked by step ladder Employee removed step ladder Corrected On-Site
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwash sink next to ice machine used to store water Jug Employee removed water jug Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Operator replaced chlorine test kit Corrected On-Site

Inspection Date: 7/31/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 13475824

  • N/A:No Violations Were Observed

Inspection Date: 7/29/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10921384

  • 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
  • 10-08-5:Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Ice machine . Operator removed ice scoo Corrected On-Site
  • 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Beef being thawed at room temperature in 3Compartment sink. Operator placed under running water Corrected On-Site
  • 12A-13-4:High Priority - Employee handled soiled garbage can then engaged in food preparation without washing hands. Employee peeled Cucumbers. Employee washed hands and put new gloves on. Cucumber discarded Corrected On-Site
  • 01D-01-5:High Priority - Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. Warning
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used to store plastic cups. Handwash sink next to Soda Cooler. Operator removed items from Handwash sink Corrected On-Site

Inspection Date: 11/22/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8849891

  • 16-13-5:Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized.
  • 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.
  • 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by stools Employee removed stools Corrected On-Site
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Men's bathroom
  • 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.

Inspection Date: 8/5/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8771794

  • 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
  • 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
  • 51-18-6:Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
  • 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.
  • 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/ Manager arrived during inspection Corrected On-Site
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwash sink next to True Cooler Operator replaced paper towel Corrected On-Site

Inspection Date: 10/3/2023

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8457047

  • 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
  • 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Chicken and beef thawed in standing water
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink next to Ice machine used to store utensils

Inspection Date: 10/3/2023

Inspection #: Visit ID: 7764606

  • N/A:No Violations Were Observed

Inspection Date: 7/27/2023

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8371579

  • 32-04-4:Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed men's bathroom. 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. Observed in flour container scoop handle in contact with flour.
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Plastic container of frying oil stored on floor underneath table in bake shop. Observed plastic containers of vinegar and frying oil on storeroom floor. Repeat Violation
  • 14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
  • 21-07-4:Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength chlorine 0 Ppm
  • 21-38-4:Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor at front counter.
  • 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of flour removed from original container not identified by common name.
  • 01B-24-5:High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed in walk-in cooler salsa verde date marked 07/18/2023 and Asada dated 07/19/2023 Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed empty plastic water container in hand sink located next to the ice machine. Employee removed Corrected On-Site
  • 31B-05-4:Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Paper towels were jammed employee un jammed dispenser. Corrected On-Site