Original Island Taste

2049 Nw 141St, Opa-Locka, FL 33054

African

Last inspected: Mar 12, 2026

Score

High Risk

The health department has logged seven inspections at Original Island Taste, the earliest from 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 12, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around two violations to closer to six violations.

When inspectors have written things up, “vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Restaurants in Opa-Locka average 78, so Original Island Taste trails the local norm. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 12, 2026

Routine - Food

4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.

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High Priority - Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed employee wash hands rubbing with soap approximately 5 seconds. Spoke with owner to help explain proper handwashing to employee.

12A-17-4

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Missing at potable water hose connected to mobile unit. **Repeat Violation**

29-34-4

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In steam cabinet, cooked onion sauce (128F - Hot Holding) for less than an hour per operator. Operator returned to microwave for rapid reheat. Sent operator time as a public health control form and explained use to maintain safety for foods difficult to retain temperature control. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**

03B-01-6

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. To go plastic bags in direct contact with food in reach-in freezer.

14-31-5

Intermediate - Spray bottle and other containers containing toxic substance not labeled. 3 under triple sink.

41-17-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under cooking equipment.

36-73-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Large jug oil, plastic and metal drink bottles by window for unit.

08B-38-4

Basic - Garbage not placed in a receptacle for storage until pick up to make the garbage inaccessible to insects and rodents. Observed used oil in containers on ground under truck.

33-09-4

Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.

50-04-4

Basic - Solid waste on the ground and/or pad around waste water tank. Spoke with operator regarding environmental contamination potential and proper disposal of waste.

33-20-4

Oct 30, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In steam cabinet cooked vegetables sauce (111F - Hot Holding) for two hours per operator. Operator returned to stove. **Corrective Action Taken**

03B-01-6

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb connected to potable water hose for mobile unit.

29-34-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked with reach-in freezer. Operator moved freezer clearing sink for use. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator placed towels at sink. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Nov 13, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 5 violations

Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Jun 25, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler soiled

22-16-4

Jun 30, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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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. Poster was provided to operator

11-27-4

Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.

50-04-4

Dec 9, 2022

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.

22-16-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.

23-03-4

Jul 26, 2022

Routine - Food

No violations found.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Original Island Taste last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Original Island Taste on file is from Mar 12, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Original Island Taste?

Across the inspection record, “vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Original Island Taste.

How does Original Island Taste compare to other restaurants in Opa-Locka?

Original Island Taste most recently scored 39 out of 100, which is lower than the Opa-Locka average of 78.

Has Original Island Taste's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Original Island Taste have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Original Island Taste 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 Original Island Taste inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Original Island Taste is inspected around two times per year on average.

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