El Torreonense Gorditas, Tacos Y Menudo in Fort Walton Beach

Last inspected:

298 Eglin Pkwy Ne, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
Overview

El Torreonense Gorditas, Tacos y Menudo in Fort Walton Beach had 18 inspections on record between January 2018 and February 2026, with a combined 16 violations and no emergency closures. The facility averaged 0.9 violations per inspection, well below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. Fire safety violations were documented on two occasions: a propane tank larger than code-permitted capacity was found inside the building on January 18, 2022, and cooking equipment producing grease-laden vapors with no hood suppression system was observed on November 28, 2018. The most recent five inspections, spanning from May 2025 through February 2026, resulted in zero violations. The most recent inspection on February 3, 2026 was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

18Inspections
16Violations
0Closures
2Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

El Torreonense Gorditas, Tacos Y Menudo in Fort Walton Beach: Comparison to Okaloosa County Averages

This Facility 0.9 violations / inspection 0.9 violations per inspection
Okaloosa County Avg 2.41 violations / inspection 2.41 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Okaloosa County Avg 0.1 closures / facility 0.1 county average

El Torreonense Gorditas, Tacos Y Menudo in Fort Walton Beach: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: OBSERVED USE OF COOKING EQUIPMENT PRODUCING GREASE LADEN VAPORS/SMOKE WITH NO HOOD SUPPRESSION SYSTEM INSTALLED. NOTIFIED FIRE AHJ. FOR REPORTING PURPOSES ONLY. OPEN FLAME GAS STOVE OBSERVED, HOWEVER COOK TOP BURNERS WITH PROTECTIVE METAL PLATES TO PREVENT EXPOSED OPEN FLAME. NO COOKING PRODUCING SMOKE AND/OR GREASE LADEN VAPORS OBSERVED AT TIME OF THE INSPECTION.

El Torreonense Gorditas, Tacos Y Menudo in Fort Walton Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (18)

— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections1 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 4 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 3 inspections2 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection6 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

El Torreonense Gorditas, Tacos Y Menudo in Fort Walton Beach: Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Torreonense Gorditas, Tacos Y Menudo in Fort Walton Beach last inspected?
El Torreonense Gorditas, Tacos Y Menudo in Fort Walton Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 3, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at El Torreonense Gorditas, Tacos Y Menudo in Fort Walton Beach?
The most frequently cited violations at El Torreonense Gorditas, Tacos Y Menudo in Fort Walton Beach are: Adequate lighting, Clean multi-use utensils, Proper hand/arm washing.
How many health inspections has El Torreonense Gorditas, Tacos Y Menudo in Fort Walton Beach had?
El Torreonense Gorditas, Tacos Y Menudo in Fort Walton Beach has had 18 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 0.9 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of El Torreonense Gorditas, Tacos Y Menudo in Fort Walton Beach find?
El Torreonense Gorditas, Tacos Y Menudo in Fort Walton Beach was most recently inspected on February 3, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has El Torreonense Gorditas, Tacos Y Menudo in Fort Walton Beach ever been shut down?
No, El Torreonense Gorditas, Tacos Y Menudo in Fort Walton Beach has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
Has El Torreonense Gorditas, Tacos Y Menudo in Fort Walton Beach had any fire safety violations?
Yes, El Torreonense Gorditas, Tacos Y Menudo in Fort Walton Beach has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

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