Rivales Taqueria & Craft Bar

106 N Olive Ave, West Palm Beach, FL 33401

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Dec 4, 2025

Score

High Risk

Rivales Taqueria & Craft Bar appears in inspection records nine times, starting in 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 4, 2025. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around five violations lately compared to roughly three violations before.

“No paper towels” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Rivales Taqueria & Craft Bar's latest score of 52 falls below the West Palm Beach average of 79. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 4, 2025

Routine - Food

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

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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Aug 26, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light not functioning. Observed hood lights not functioning. - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-26: Time extension granted until next routine inspection. **Time Extended**

36-62-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exhaust/ventilation hood system not designed to prevent grease or condensation from dripping onto food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Observed grease buildup dripping from hoods. - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-26: **Time Extended**

36-63-4

Aug 18, 2025

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 5 minor violations.

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Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events

FL-05

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used

FL-32

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Raw Animal Food Properly Separated from Each Other and RTE Food

FL-47

Jan 29, 2025

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observe clear substance in unlabeled spray bottle. Operator discarded. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

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

31B-02-4

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observe knife between Flip top refrigerator and table. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

10-17-4

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observe beef defrosting in standing water.

06-01-5

Jul 18, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Feb 14, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observe raw fish above cooked meat. Operator placed raw fish on lower shelf. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observe at bar.

31B-04-4

Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observe ice scoop on top of ice machine. Operator had ice scoop wash and sanitized. **Corrected On-Site**

10-12-5

Sep 8, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Mar 10, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observe raw chicken above raw beef in reach in freezer not all commercial package. Operator placed raw chicken on lower shelf. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**

08A-20-5

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observe in cooked vegetables in draw refrigerator. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

14-01-5

Aug 9, 2022

Routine - Food

4 critical violations. 2 major violations.

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. Observe at reach in cooler salsa overnight (56F - Cooling) see stop sale

03D-02-5

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observe raw beef above salsa. Operator placed raw beef on lower shelf. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observe at reach in cooler salsa overnight (56F - Cooling)

01B-02-5

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observe chicken (45F - Cold Holding). Operator iced chicken. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observe pot in hand wash sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

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

31B-02-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Rivales Taqueria & Craft Bar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Rivales Taqueria & Craft Bar on file is from Dec 4, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Rivales Taqueria & Craft Bar?

Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Rivales Taqueria & Craft Bar.

How does Rivales Taqueria & Craft Bar compare to other restaurants in West Palm Beach?

Rivales Taqueria & Craft Bar most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the West Palm Beach average of 79.

Has Rivales Taqueria & Craft Bar's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Rivales Taqueria & Craft Bar have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Rivales Taqueria & Craft Bar 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 Rivales Taqueria & Craft Bar inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Rivales Taqueria & Craft Bar is inspected around three times per year on average.

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