El Paso Taco in West Palm Beach

Last inspected:

108 N Military Trl, West Palm Beach, FL 33406
Overview

El Paso Taco in West Palm Beach has been emergency-closed once, on February 28, 2022, for roach activity. The facility has accumulated 130 violations across 28 inspections between 2016 and August 2025, averaging 4.6 violations per inspection—below the statewide average of 5.2. However, shell stock requirements and consumer advisories for shellfish have been cited in 9 of the last 5 inspections, and hand washing violations have appeared in 5 of the last 7 inspections. High-priority violations have dominated the recent record: the July 31, 2024 inspection found 7 high-priority violations and resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation; the August 4, 2025 inspection documented 6 high-priority violations despite no violations being found during the August 8, 2024 callback. Two disciplinary actions totaling $600 have been issued. The most recent inspection on August 4, 2025 was completed with no further action required.

Most recent closure: February 28, 2022 for roach activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

29Inspections
135Violations
1Closures
$600in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

El Paso Taco in West Palm Beach: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages

This Facility 4.7 violations / inspection 4.7 violations per inspection
Palm Beach County Avg 3.77 violations / inspection 3.77 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Palm Beach County Avg 0.24 closures / facility 0.24 county average

El Paso Taco in West Palm Beach: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for El Paso Taco in West Palm Beach
DateReasonReopened
Roach activity 16:27:00

El Paso Taco in West Palm Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)

Total fines on record: $600.00

Disciplinary action history for El Paso Taco in West Palm Beach
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
2--2024050404 $200.00 Jul 31, 2024 Miami (Doral)
2--2022010332 $400.00 Feb 28, 2022 Miami (Doral)

El Paso Taco in West Palm Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (29)

— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied

High Priority Violations

— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— 4 inspections18 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— 6 inspections18 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

El Paso Taco in West Palm Beach: Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Paso Taco in West Palm Beach last inspected?
El Paso Taco in West Palm Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 7, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was El Paso Taco in West Palm Beach last shut down?
El Paso Taco in West Palm Beach was last shut down on February 28, 2022 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
What are the most common violations at El Paso Taco in West Palm Beach?
The most frequently cited violations at El Paso Taco in West Palm Beach are: Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils, Consumer advisory.
How many health inspections has El Paso Taco in West Palm Beach had?
El Paso Taco in West Palm Beach has had 29 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.7 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of El Paso Taco in West Palm Beach find?
El Paso Taco in West Palm Beach was most recently inspected on April 7, 2026 with 5 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has El Paso Taco in West Palm Beach ever been shut down?
Yes, El Paso Taco in West Palm Beach has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?
Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.
What does Florida violation V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?
Violation 13 (Parasite destruction) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/13.
Has El Paso Taco in West Palm Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, El Paso Taco in West Palm Beach has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
How much has El Paso Taco in West Palm Beach been fined?
El Paso Taco in West Palm Beach has been fined a total of $600.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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