Capital Tacos

5707 N University Dr, Tamarac, FL 33321

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Mar 11, 2026

Score

High Risk

Capital Tacos appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 11, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around 13 violations each, up from closer to six violations before.

Capital Tacos' latest score of 32 falls below the Tamarac average of 77. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Mar 11, 2026

Complaint Full

1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 8 minor violations.

View 13 violations

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events

FL-05

Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use

FL-06

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Washing Fruits and Vegetables

FL-42

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Nov 10, 2025

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 9 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events

FL-05

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Sep 18, 2025

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events

FL-05

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used

FL-32

Nov 9, 2023

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on clean containers on dry dish rack.

16-46-4

Basic - Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Plastic utensils by drink dispenser not presented handle up. manager corrected all utensils. **Corrected On-Site**

25-02-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk container of flour and small container of salt in prep area not labeled. Employee added label.

02D-01-5

May 18, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Capital Tacos last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Capital Tacos on file is from Mar 11, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does Capital Tacos compare to other restaurants in Tamarac?

Capital Tacos most recently scored 32 out of 100, which is lower than the Tamarac average of 77.

Has Capital Tacos' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Capital Tacos have averaged around 13 violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Capital Tacos means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Capital Tacos inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Capital Tacos is inspected around two times per year on average.

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