Talkin' Tacos

1919 W Tennessee St Ste 415, Tallahassee, FL 32304

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Mar 26, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Talkin' Tacos has been inspected 11 times since 2023. The most recent report on file is from Mar 26, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

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

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

Among Tallahassee restaurants, the typical score is 87; Talkin' Tacos is comfortably above that bar. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Mar 26, 2026

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Mar 25, 2026

Routine - Food

2 major violations.

View 2 violations

Intermediate - Hot water at three-compartment sink does not reach 85 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot water temperature 72F. **Warning**

27-24-5

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hand sink temperature 72F. **Warning**

27-16-4

Mar 16, 2026

Complaint Partial

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Intermediate - Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the detergent and/or the sanitizer. 0ppm on chlorine test strip after dishwashing rinse cycle. Manager set up triple sink to wash and rinse dishes. **Warning**

16-59-1

Oct 24, 2025

Complaint Partial

No violations found.

100

Oct 23, 2025

Complaint Partial

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Guacamole 48F, tomatoes 48F, **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-23: Walking in cooler reading 52F, on following product: Completed stop sale on: Buttermilk 14 containers Sour cream 7 containers American cheese 3 cases and 2 packs. Monterey cheese 8 bags. Milk 24 containers. Tomato soup 1 gallon. **Time Extended**

03A-02-5

Oct 22, 2025

Complaint Partial

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

View 9 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Guacamole 48F, tomatoes 48F, **Warning**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Two hand sinks in kitchen both have items in them, one in prep room had a stainless steel paddle-2nd on service line had plastic and food inside.

31A-11-4

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. No thermometer in walk in cooler.

05-09-4

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

14-17-4

Basic - Water tank, pump and hoses not operated properly to prevent backflow and other contamination of the water supply. Back flow device not on 4-way splitter in mop sink.

29-40-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Multiple wash cloths in kitchen not stored in sanitizer solution. **Repeat Violation**

21-12-4

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Missing kitchen ceiling tile in prep area.

36-36-4

Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Clean utensils stored in dirty containers on storage shelf in kitchen.

24-06-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards on kitchen line deep groves.

14-09-4

Sep 24, 2025

Complaint Full

No violations found.

100

Sep 23, 2025

Complaint Full

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed following food items cold holding for less than 4 hours: Pico de gallo 55F Corn salsa 56F Lettuce 63F. Operator placed food on ice baths during time of inspection. Observed Beef cold holding at 53F for more than 4 hours. **see stop sale** **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Jul 11, 2025

Complaint Full

2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand towels in Mens bathroom not dispensing. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No test strips for sanitizer bucket for wash clothes.

16-37-1

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. To go lids stored on floor by front counter service.

25-05-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pans wet on kitchen shelf stored clean by triple sink/ prep room.

24-08-4

Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Not proper test strips on hand and not mixed properly with wash clothes in sanitizer bucket.

21-08-4

Oct 22, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Nov 3, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.

31B-02-4

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.

31B-03-4

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

31B-04-4

Basic - Evidence of employee smoking in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area. Cigarette butt on sink.

12B-06-4

Show all 11 inspections Show less

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Talkin' Tacos last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Talkin' Tacos on file is from Mar 26, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Talkin' Tacos?

Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Talkin' Tacos.

How does Talkin' Tacos compare to other restaurants in Tallahassee?

Talkin' Tacos most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Tallahassee average of 87.

Has Talkin' Tacos' inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

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

Nearby Restaurants

Guthries of Tallahassee

1818 W Tennessee St

Score: 74 — Medium Risk

Panda Express #1873

1410 W Tennessee St

Score: 100 — Low Risk

Taco Bell 26459

4200 W Tennessee St

Score: 90 — Low Risk

Explore More

→ All locations in Tallahassee → Mexican / Latin restaurants in Florida → Mexican / Latin restaurants in Tallahassee