EL TAQUITO IV Health Score — Fort Lauderdale, FL

917 N FORT LAUDERDALE BEACH BLVD, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

Inspections on file 1
High-risk violations 2
Inspected 8/17/2026
Fort Lauderdale avg 88 / 100
B
79 / 100
Good

2 high-risk issues, 2 moderate issues, 1 minor issue found

Inspected August 17, 2026 Administrative complaint recommended

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How this compares

This restaurant scored better than 16% of restaurants in Fort Lauderdale. The city average ClearScore is 88 / 100.

Location

Inspection Breakdown

High Risk
2
Moderate
2
Minor
1

Violations Found

  • High Risk Food protection, cross-contamination
  • High Risk Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
  • Moderate Plumbing installed and maintained; mop sink; water filters; backflow prevention
  • Moderate Hand wash sinks, hand washing supplies and hand wash sign
  • Minor Chemicals/toxic substances
  • Minor Fire extinguishing equipment

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Frequently Asked Questions

EL TAQUITO IV received a ClearScore of 79/100 (Grade B) on its inspection on August 17, 2026. 5 violations were found, including 2 high-risk issues. Overall, the kitchen was in reasonable compliance.

The most recent inspection of EL TAQUITO IV on August 17, 2026 found 5 violations: 2 high-risk, 2 moderate, and 1 minor. High-risk violations are the most serious category and require immediate correction under Florida law.

EL TAQUITO IV was last inspected on August 17, 2026 by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR). Florida restaurants are typically inspected 1–3 times per year on an unannounced basis, with more frequent visits following serious violations.

EL TAQUITO IV received a Grade B (ClearScore 79/100) on its most recent inspection. There were 2 high-risk violations noted, which are worth reviewing before your visit. We recommend checking the specific violations listed above.

After receiving an administrative complaint recommendation, EL TAQUITO IV is required to address the violations found. The DBPR may schedule a follow-up inspection to verify corrections. You can check the current status of EL TAQUITO IV's license directly at myfloridalicense.com.

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