Rivales Taqueria & Craft Bar in West Palm Beach
Last inspected:
106 N Olive Ave, West Palm Beach, FL 33401Rivales Taqueria & Craft Bar in West Palm Beach has accumulated 147 violations across 30 inspections since 2016, averaging 4.9 per visit. The facility operated under the prior name Jimmychangas from 2018. It was shut down once for rodent activity and has faced one disciplinary action for $500. Fire safety inspections documented five violations, including electrical wiring in disrepair and a hood light hanging by wires, as well as prior citations under the former operator for cooking equipment with no hood suppression system. The facility's top recurring violations involve clean multi-use utensils, proper ventilation, and hand washing compliance.
Most recent closure: November 3, 2020 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Rivales Taqueria & Craft Bar in West Palm Beach: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages
This Facility
4.9
violations / inspection
4.9 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
Rivales Taqueria & Craft Bar in West Palm Beach: Emergency Closure History (1)
Rivales Taqueria & Craft Bar in West Palm Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $500.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2016032967 | $500.00 | Jul 8, 2016 | Fort Lauderdale |
Rivales Taqueria & Craft Bar in West Palm Beach: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (5)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. Observed hood light hanging by wires. - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-26: **Time Extended**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. Observed hood light hanging by wires.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · 46-01-4 · Emergency order recommended
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked by a bike. For reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: Means of access, including entrances, halls, and stairways, must permit unobstructed travel at all times and shall be clean, ventilated and well-lighted day and night. Hall and stair runners shall be kept in good condition. Railways, as defined in 61C-1.001(23), F.A.C., shall be installed on all stairways and around all porches and steps. For reporting purposes only.
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Two flat top not under hood system used for tortillas- operator agrees not to use any grease laden materials when heating tortillas. - From follow-up inspection 2018-03-15:
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Two flat top not under hood system used for tortillas- operator agrees not to use any grease laden materials when heating tortillas.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Rivales Taqueria & Craft Bar in West Palm Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)
— 4 inspections18 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections20 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections20 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 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.
— 2 inspections14 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
Rivales Taqueria & Craft Bar in West Palm Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Rivales Taqueria & Craft Bar in West Palm Beach last inspected?
- Rivales Taqueria & Craft Bar in West Palm Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 4, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Rivales Taqueria & Craft Bar in West Palm Beach last shut down?
- Rivales Taqueria & Craft Bar in West Palm Beach was last shut down on November 3, 2020 for rodent 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 Rivales Taqueria & Craft Bar in West Palm Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Rivales Taqueria & Craft Bar in West Palm Beach are: Clean multi-use utensils, Employee health reporting, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Rivales Taqueria & Craft Bar in West Palm Beach had?
- Rivales Taqueria & Craft Bar in West Palm Beach has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.9 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Rivales Taqueria & Craft Bar in West Palm Beach find?
- Rivales Taqueria & Craft Bar in West Palm Beach was most recently inspected on December 4, 2025 with 6 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Rivales Taqueria & Craft Bar in West Palm Beach ever been shut down?
- Yes, Rivales Taqueria & Craft Bar in West Palm Beach has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- What does Florida violation V25 (Allergen awareness) mean?
- Violation 25 (Allergen awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/25.
- What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- Has Rivales Taqueria & Craft Bar in West Palm Beach had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Rivales Taqueria & Craft Bar in West Palm Beach has 5 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Rivales Taqueria & Craft Bar in West Palm Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Rivales Taqueria & Craft Bar in West Palm Beach has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $500.00 in fines.
- How much has Rivales Taqueria & Craft Bar in West Palm Beach been fined?
- Rivales Taqueria & Craft Bar in West Palm Beach has been fined a total of $500.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Rivales Taqueria & Craft Bar in West Palm Beach operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Jimmychangas (2018-2018).
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
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