Taco Bell #125

401 Us Hwy 27 S, Avon Park, FL 33825
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Dec 19, 2025
78
Score
Low Risk

Taco Bell #125 has been inspected 13 times since 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Dec 19, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near six violations each time.

“Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing five times across the record.

Compared to the broader Avon Park restaurant scene, this is about average. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

13
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 19, 2025
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
78
Aug 21, 2025
Complaint Full
5 minor violations.
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Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
67
Aug 8, 2025
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
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Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
70
May 9, 2025
Complaint Full
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed one of the employees with bracelets on, employee took off. **Corrected On-Site**
13-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign in the men's bathroom. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
90
Feb 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
61
May 14, 2024
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
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High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee pick up pen off floor and rinse in handsink then change gloves without washing hands. Operator reviewed handwashing with employee. And employee removed gloves washed hands then added new gloves. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-07-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray chemical stored over coffee pods at front drive thru area.
41-10-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at front counter area. Operator added towels **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap at handsink at warewash area.
31B-06-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
36-34-5
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee washing dishes with no beard guard.
13-04-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Operator removed from use.
14-38-4
Basic - Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils.
16-48-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Floor/ foot mixer for handsink faucet that turns water on and off in disrepair.
29-08-4
45
Apr 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.observed ground beef (122F - Hot Holding); in makeline. Small amount in bin operator discarded. Observed beans (130F - Hot Holding) in make line. Food not stirred frequently enough to maintain temperature throughout product. Operator stirred foods and temperatures were 158F throughout. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Proof provided with no dates. Operator corrected during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook on line with no beard guard. Manager had employee add beard guard and wash hands. **Corrected On-Site**
13-04-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Old food and souk debris under 3 bay and handsink along wall.
36-73-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to go boxes stored not inverted and not covered in dry storage area. Manager inverted **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored in mop sink. Operator hung mop. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
64
Mar 5, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed two employees return from break and put on gloves and continue to prep foods without first washing hands before adding gloves. Operator advised employees to remove gloves wash hands and then put on new gloves before continuing. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-07-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee engaged in food service with multiple bracelets on wrists.
13-07-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. 2 employees engaged in food service and one employee washing dishes with no beard guard.
13-04-4
78
Dec 5, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee enter from dining area and put on gloves to work foodline without washing hands. Corrected employee washed then added new gloves. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-05: At callback 12/5/23 observed employee take dirty dishes to sink area and put on new gloves without washing hands. Observed cook leave line with gloves on work on stapler in office handling stapler with gloves then return to cookline and handle foods without removing gloves and washing hands, . Observed makeline cook clean areas with sanitizer cloth then remove gloves add new gloves and return to makeline handling ready to eat foods without washing hands and then adding new gloves.**Admin Complaint** **Admin Complaint**
12A-07-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board on reach in makeline with deep scoring and discoloration. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-05: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 2 cooks on line preparing foods with no beard guard. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-05: Observed two employees on makeline with full beards and no beard guard. **Admin Complaint**
13-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid. Lid broken and not closeable. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-05: At callback 12/5/23 observed dumpster with garbage inside and lid open. **Admin Complaint**
33-16-4
74
Oct 5, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee enter from dining area and put on gloves to work foodline without washing hands. Corrected employee washed then added new gloves. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-07-5
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Inspector provided form via email at inspection. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Inspector provided form via email at inspection. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed 3 employees working with food and no manager on site. **Warning**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No manager on site and no proof of employee training available at inspection. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Warning**
32-12-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board on reach in makeline with deep scoring and discoloration. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Inspector provided form via email at inspection. **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Lid broken and not closeable. **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Vending machine exterior soiled. Observed area behind cup fill on ice dispenser with slimy buildup. **Warning**
23-01-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 2 cooks on line preparing foods with no beard guard. **Warning**
13-04-4
43
May 17, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
61
Jan 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
50
Sep 12, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Bell #125 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taco Bell #125 on file is from Dec 19, 2025. The public record contains 13 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taco Bell #125?

Across the inspection record, “employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Taco Bell #125.

How does Taco Bell #125 compare to other restaurants in Avon Park?

Taco Bell #125 most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Avon Park average of 76.

Has Taco Bell #125's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taco Bell #125 have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Taco Bell #125 means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Taco Bell #125 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Taco Bell #125 is inspected around four times per year on average.