Los Altos Taquerias
Last inspected: Jan 23, 2026
78
Score
Los Altos Taquerias has been inspected nine times since 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 23, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around two violations across recent inspections versus roughly four violations before.
“Working containers of oil removed” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
Among Hallandale Beach restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 23, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
78
Sep 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
95
Jan 3, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine chemical test kit.
16-37-1
Basic - Lower shelf of cart next to triple sink with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
86
Oct 25, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 23, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Cooked Pork (76F- Cooling); Cooked Chicken (55F - Cooling). Per Employee food items in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. Observed water condensation on lid. See Stop sale
03D-02-5
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Flan in turbo Air date marked 07-29-24. See Stop sale
02C-01-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. 1) Flan in turbo Air date marked 07-29-24. See Stop Sale 2) Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Cooked Pork (76F- Cooling); Cooked Chicken (55F - Cooling). Per Employee food items in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. Observed water condensation on lid. See Stop sale
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
11-07-5
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-01-5
Basic - Container of oil stored on floor under triple sink. Employee elevated. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
50
Feb 23, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Basic - Bowl with no handle used to dispense corn in Atosa double drawers cooler under flat top. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of food debris and oils.
36-73-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employees water stored on top shelf in turbo single door reach in . Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12B-13-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloths stored in triple sink. Employee stored in sanitizer bucket. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of oil removed from original container not identified by common name. Employee labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
67
Sep 15, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Container of salsa in Turbo Air reach in cooler date marked 09-05-23. See stop sale
02C-01-5
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. Container of salsa in Turbo Air reach in cooler date marked 09-05-23. See stop sale
01B-24-5
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Opened employee soda bottle stored on top shelf in Turbo Air reach in cooler. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
Basic - Working containers of oil removed from original container not identified by common name. Cook labeled squeeze bottle of oil during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
67
Jun 2, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
82
Mar 31, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 2 Drawer reach in under grill-; Raw shrimp (47-49F - Cold Holding). Per Chef food item in unit less than 4 hours. Observed open space between shrimp and veggies pans. Chef stored pans to fill in space. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee wear hairnet during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottle of oil not labeled. Chef labeled. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02D-01-5
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Los Altos Taquerias last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Los Altos Taquerias on file is from Jan 23, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Los Altos Taquerias?
Across the inspection record, “working containers of oil removed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Los Altos Taquerias.
How does Los Altos Taquerias compare to other restaurants in Hallandale Beach?
Los Altos Taquerias most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Hallandale Beach average of 80.
Has Los Altos Taquerias' inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Los Altos Taquerias have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Los Altos Taquerias means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Los Altos Taquerias inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Los Altos Taquerias is inspected around three times per year on average.
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