Talkin' Taco

1900 Okeechobee Blvd #A5, West Palm Beach, FL 33409

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Sep 8, 2025

100

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Talkin' Taco seven times, with records going back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Sep 8, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around one violation compared to roughly five violations earlier on.

The city-wide average for West Palm Beach sits at 79, putting Talkin' Taco on the better side of that line. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 8, 2025

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Aug 9, 2024

Complaint Full

3 critical violations. 1 major violation.

View 4 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Jul 24, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Mar 1, 2024

Routine - Food

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

View 5 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. At cook line; fresh garlic in oil 49F, cooked chicken wings 84F, no time mark. Operator stated being held less than 1 hour, applied appropriate time mark. **Corrected On-Site**

03F-02-5

High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. At dry storage area; 1 can tuna dented on seam. See stop sale.

01B-01-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. At front line; hand wash sink used to store cleaning supplies. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No Sink and Surface chemical test kit provided, Triple Sink (Sink and Surface); Sanitizer Bucket (Sink and Surface), unable to test concentration.

16-37-1

Basic - Food stored on floor. At walk-in cooler; storage container of washed/cut onions stored on floor. Operator moved to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Oct 6, 2023

Routine - Food

3 critical violations.

View 3 violations

High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Walk in cooler - cooked meatballs (46F-47F - Cold Holding) operator states held overnight in covered containers and over 6 hours. See stop sale. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

03D-02-5

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooks line - garlic in oil (67F) sitting out at room temperature under 4 hours - operator moved to freezer for quick chill. Operator's intention is to leave the garlic in oil at room temperature - Reviewed time procedures and emailed copy to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

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. Walk in cooler - cooked meatballs (46F-47F - Cold Holding) operator states held overnight in covered containers and over 6 hours. See stop sale. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

01B-02-5

Jun 19, 2023

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 8 violations

Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Sep 20, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Talkin' Taco last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Talkin' Taco on file is from Sep 8, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

How does Talkin' Taco compare to other restaurants in West Palm Beach?

Talkin' Taco most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the West Palm Beach average of 79.

Has Talkin' Taco's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Talkin' Taco have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Talkin' Taco 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 Talkin' Taco inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Talkin' Taco is inspected around two times per year on average.

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