Taco Al Carbon
Last inspected: Feb 2, 2026
74
Score
The health department has logged 10 inspections at Taco Al Carbon, the earliest from 2022. On Feb 2, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around three violations across recent inspections versus roughly six violations before.
Across the inspection history, “time/temperature control for safety food” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
Taco Al Carbon's latest score is in line with the Lake Worth average of 77. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 2, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
74
Sep 2, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
86
Apr 3, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Employees peeling carrots prior to washing. Explained and they washed remaining. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-39-4
95
Nov 25, 2024
Complaint Full
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Operator using walk in freezer / walk in cooler container. Checked OnBase. No plans available. Advised to submit plans to DHR.PLANREVIEW@myfloridalicense.com for approval. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-26: Same **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-25: No plans available on OnBase **Admin Complaint**
51-16-7
90
Sep 26, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Missing on hose Bibb at mop sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-26: Same **Time Extended**
29-34-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Operator using walk in freezer / walk in cooler container. Checked OnBase. No plans available. Advised to submit plans to DHR.PLANREVIEW@myfloridalicense.com for approval. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-26: Same **Time Extended**
51-16-7
78
Sep 25, 2024
Complaint Full
10 critical violations. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. taco meat 107 f at 3:13 pm reheating since 12:00 pm **Warning**
03E-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 f . ham 62 f, queso cheese 51 f, 24 boxes x37 b each both cold holding overnight . queso cheese 69 f, salsa 72 f, tomato sauce 67 f all three not prepared or portioned today and longer than 6 hours stop sale issued Watermelon drink 63 f no ice as per employee 2 hours at the counter. She added lot of ice second temperature after 20 minutes 35 f **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Roasted corn on the cob 68 f cooling since yesterday, salsa 56 f cooling overnight, ham 62 f, queso cheese 51 f, 24 boxes x37 b each both cold holding Rice 103 f at 3:08 cooling since 9:00 am, Rice 119 f queso cheese 69 f, salsa 72 f, tomato sauce 67 f all three not prepared or portioned today and longer than 6 hours stop sale issued taco meat 107 f at 3:13 pm reheating since 12:00 pm **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Missing on hose Bibb at mop sink. **Warning**
29-34-4
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee washing soiled dishes then handled clean dishes without washing hands. **Warning**
12A-09-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice 119 f in a pan on steam table.as per operator same rice from the large pot.. **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Heat applied salsa prepared on 09/16 today is 09/25. Explained **Warning**
01B-24-5
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Flan date marked 10/09 today's date I'd 09/25 explained maximum 7 days. **Warning**
02C-01-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Rice 103 f at 3:08 cooling since 9:00 am in a large pot in the kitchen. **Warning**
03D-01-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Roasted corn on the cob 68 f cooling since yesterday, salsa 56 f cooling overnight, **Warning**
03D-02-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Shredded chicken prepared 2 days ago not date marked. Explained and manager marked the date. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Roasted corn on the cob 68 f cooling since yesterday, salsa 56 f cooling overnight, **Warning**
03D-15-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by large can. Employee removed the can. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Operator using walk in freezer / walk in cooler container. Checked OnBase. No plans available. Advised to submit plans to DHR.PLANREVIEW@myfloridalicense.com for approval. **Warning**
51-16-7
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Spoon handle in contact with seasoning. Employee stored spoon handle above food. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-01-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On prep table. Manager stored in San solution. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-12-4
14
Sep 25, 2023
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Detergent stored next to dry beans container at three compartment sink Operator stored properly **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. ground beef (125-144F - Hot Holding);in steam table at cook line; food not stirred; operator stirred food; rechecked to 136 F **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled clean spatula without washing hands. Educated ; employee washed hands and changed gloves; **Corrected On-Site**
12A-27-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at the kitchen area; operator provided **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Employee preparing food in mechanical room off the dining area- observed employee portioning salsa next to AC air handler in small room off dining room and bathrooms; area not designated as food preparation; no no handwash sink; educated operator; operator moved preparation to the kitchen; **Corrected On-Site**
08B-48-4
Basic - Bowl used to dispense dry beans - in the kitchen; removed **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice- inside cooler at drive through window Operator stored properly **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler at cook line; **Repeat Violation**
29-49-6
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner- beef being thawed out at room temperature at three compartment sink Operator moved to reach in cooler **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Food stored on floor- large Salas container stored by kitchen entrance; large dry bean container stored on the floor by three compartment sink; cooked corn on the floor in walk-in cooler; Operator stored all foods properly; **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed roasted corn on the cob stored under leaking fans in walk-in cooler; operator removed and stored properly **Corrected On-Site**
08B-36-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting- food containers have water accumulation- not properly stored to air dry; Operator stored properly **Corrected On-Site**
24-08-4
39
Jul 17, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200ppm);; Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm) **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
41-27-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Bane Marie on cook line **Repeat Violation**
29-49-6
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Two door glass cooler in kitchen
05-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn bane Marie door on cook line **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
74
Mar 2, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200ppm). Remade Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm) **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over watermelons in walk in cooler trailer. Removed **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. salsa verde (102-118F - Cooling) at 10:06 am to 102-118F at 10:35 am since 9:45 am. At this rate, food item will not cool to 41F within 6 hours. Food cooling at room temperature, in large plastic containers. Placed in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03D-15-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Plastic container of tortillas stored on hand sink in kitchen. Removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl as scoop in corn flour container in dry storage trailer.
14-01-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket ripped on reach in cooler door front of cook line.
14-11-5
Basic - Food being prepared outside. Employee observed peeling peppers outside of establishment.
08B-32-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Salsa verde container on floor in walk in cooler
08B-38-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach-in cooler across from cook-line in kitchen.
29-49-6
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Corn flour container in dry storage trailer. **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
41
Aug 25, 2022
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. salsa verde (60F - Cooling); salsa verde (54F - Cooling) in walk in cooler. Operator states food item cooked at 12 am in the night shift and placed in cooler overnight. Food not prepped or portioned today. Food in large plastic container covered.
03D-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over fruit in walk in cooler outside. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. salsa verde (60F - Cooling); salsa verde (54F - Cooling) in walk in cooler. Operator states food item cooked at 12 am in the night shift and placed in cooler overnight. Food not prepped or portioned today. Food in large plastic container covered.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. rice (116F - Hot Holding) on steam table. Operator states rice cooked at 7 am and placed in steam table. Rice out of temperature less than four hours. Operator reheated to 165F. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator provided. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar not Labeled at counter at service window. Operator labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Soup thawing at room temperature. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
43
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Taco Al Carbon last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Taco Al Carbon on file is from Feb 2, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Taco Al Carbon?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Taco Al Carbon.
How does Taco Al Carbon compare to other restaurants in Lake Worth?
Taco Al Carbon most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is about the same as the Lake Worth average of 77.
Has Taco Al Carbon's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Taco Al Carbon have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Taco Al Carbon means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Taco Al Carbon inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Taco Al Carbon is inspected around three times per year on average.
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