Tacos El Papi and Blanka's Bakery

3591 N Andrews Ave Ste D, Oakland Park, FL 33334

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Nov 13, 2025

Score

High Risk

Tacos El Papi and Blanka's Bakery appears in inspection records nine times, starting in 2022. On Nov 13, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.

The pattern that stands out is “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance”, which has been cited two times.

Compared to other Oakland Park restaurants (averaging 85), there's room to close the gap. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 13, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Jul 31, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Jul 29, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use

FL-06

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Nov 22, 2024

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Aug 5, 2024

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 3 minor violations.

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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwash sink next to True Cooler Operator replaced paper towel **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

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.

11-27-4

Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Manager arrived during inspection **Corrected On-Site**

53A-05-6

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

22-20-5

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.

51-18-6

Oct 3, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink next to Ice machine used to store utensils

31A-11-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

22-20-5

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

06-01-5

Jul 27, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.

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High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed in walk-in cooler salsa verde date marked 07/18/2023 and Asada dated 07/19/2023 **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

01B-24-5

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed empty plastic water container in hand sink located next to the ice machine. Employee removed **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Paper towels were jammed employee un jammed dispenser. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-05-4

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed men's bathroom. **Repeat Violation**

32-04-4

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in flour container scoop handle in contact with flour.

10-01-5

Basic - Plastic container of frying oil stored on floor underneath table in bake shop. Observed plastic containers of vinegar and frying oil on storeroom floor. **Repeat Violation**

08B-38-4

Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.

14-17-4

Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength chlorine 0 Ppm

21-07-4

Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor at front counter.

21-38-4

Basic - Working containers of flour removed from original container not identified by common name.

02D-01-5

Mar 16, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale.

01B-24-5

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator renewed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

50-17-3

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed men's and women's restrooms doors are not self closing.

32-04-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed container of frying oil on store room floor.

08B-38-4

Oct 17, 2022

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tacos El Papi and Blanka's Bakery last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tacos El Papi and Blanka's Bakery on file is from Nov 13, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Tacos El Papi and Blanka's Bakery?

Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Tacos El Papi and Blanka's Bakery.

How does Tacos El Papi and Blanka's Bakery compare to other restaurants in Oakland Park?

Tacos El Papi and Blanka's Bakery most recently scored 41 out of 100, which is lower than the Oakland Park average of 85.

Has Tacos El Papi and Blanka's Bakery's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Tacos El Papi and Blanka's Bakery have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Tacos El Papi and Blanka's Bakery 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 Tacos El Papi and Blanka's Bakery inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Tacos El Papi and Blanka's Bakery is inspected around three times per year on average.

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