Big Al's Tacos
901 S Federal Hwy, Hallandale Beach, FL 33009 · Permanent Food Service · License 1625512
What drove the grade
Sanitizer not used in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations.
How the score was calculated
- Starting score100
- Violations at the Jul 14 routine inspection1 high priority, 4 intermediate, 2 basic-20
- Safety score80
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Inspection history
1 inspection · 1 visitRoutine inspection
- First visitJul 14, 2026 Warning issued
Problems were found that had to be fixed. The inspector will come back to check.
7 violations found:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat the inspector cited
High priority1
Code 41, Chemicals and toxic substances: Sanitizer not used in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations.
Observed no sanitizer in unit.
Intermediate4
Code 05, Thermometers provided and accurate: No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Code 16, Dishwashing facilities and test kits: No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Code 53, Manager certification and employee training: Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees.
To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Basic2
Code 21, Wiping cloths and linens: Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
Code 50, Current license displayed: Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Observed 2025 license posted.
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Priority levels
- High priority The problems most likely to make someone sick directly.
- Intermediate Could lead to a high-priority problem if not fixed.
- Basic Best practices and general upkeep.