Tacos Del Cartel in West Palm Beach
Last inspected:
533 Clematis St, West Palm Beach, FL 33401Tacos Del Cartel in West Palm Beach has accumulated 205 violations across 34 inspections since 2016, averaging 6 per visit. The facility has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $720 in fines. Recent inspections show an escalating pattern: in March 2026, inspectors issued a warning for 17 violations including 6 high-priority citations, followed two days later by another inspection that recommended an administrative complaint for 5 additional violations. The top recurring issues are food contact surfaces, consumer advisories, and clean multi-use utensils.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Tacos Del Cartel in West Palm Beach: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages
This Facility
6
violations / inspection
6 violations per inspection
Palm Beach County Avg
3.77
violations / inspection
3.77 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Palm Beach County Avg
0.24
closures / facility
0.24 county average
Tacos Del Cartel in West Palm Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $720.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025083367 | $320.00 | Oct 1, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2021046074 | $400.00 | Aug 25, 2021 | Fort Lauderdale |
Tacos Del Cartel in West Palm Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (34)
— 2 inspections15 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Warning Issued
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 5 inspections27 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections20 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections26 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 12 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 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
Tacos Del Cartel in West Palm Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Tacos Del Cartel in West Palm Beach last inspected?
- Tacos Del Cartel in West Palm Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 18, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at Tacos Del Cartel in West Palm Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Tacos Del Cartel in West Palm Beach are: Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Tacos Del Cartel in West Palm Beach had?
- Tacos Del Cartel in West Palm Beach has had 34 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Tacos Del Cartel in West Palm Beach find?
- Tacos Del Cartel in West Palm Beach was most recently inspected on March 18, 2026 with 5 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- Has Tacos Del Cartel in West Palm Beach ever been shut down?
- No, Tacos Del Cartel in West Palm Beach has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- 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.
- Has Tacos Del Cartel in West Palm Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Tacos Del Cartel in West Palm Beach has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $720.00 in fines.
- How much has Tacos Del Cartel in West Palm Beach been fined?
- Tacos Del Cartel in West Palm Beach has been fined a total of $720.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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