Kirkland Taco Truck Closed By Health Department

KIRKLAND, WA - King County health officials closed a Kirkland taco truck on Tuesday after discovering several health code violations. Taqueria Guadalajara was closed at 3:45 p.m. Tuesday, according to the county, for violations including:

• Potentially hazardous foods at unsafe temperatures
• Hand washing facilities inaccessible
• Failure to correct repeated violations

Taqueria Guadalajara will be allowed to reopen when it fixes the violations. The truck is usually parked in the Juanita area near the intersection of 98th Avenue Northeast and Northeast 116th Street.

Despite the closure, Taqueria Guadalajara has excellent reviews on Yelp!, with diners raving about its food and friendly staff. The taco truck has 14 reviews, all of which are four or five stars.

"I love this place," one reviewer wrote. "Try to come at least once a week and this is definitely one of the best taco trucks in the area. You won't be disappointed!"

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