Taco Bell 1323300

1120 Malabar Rd Se, Palm Bay, FL 32907
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Mar 6, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Taco Bell 1323300 10 times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 6, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near three violations per visit.

Looking across the full record, “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” is the recurring theme, flagged five times.

Among Palm Bay restaurants, the typical score is 76; Taco Bell 1323300 is comfortably above that bar. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 6, 2026
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean bins wet nesting on dryer rack. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer has ice build up, repaired two days ago but came back and is present on floor and cases of food. Manager has work order in for this. **Corrective Action Taken**
14-69-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in freezer bottom shelf soiled with food debris. **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
86
Nov 4, 2025
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink at drive through missing towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Both hot holding reach ins have food debris on bottom shelves. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Tile floors at make table and drive through soiled with soda and food debris. **Corrected On-Site**
36-10-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean bins wet nesting. **Corrected On-Site**
24-08-4
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Plastic food container cracked, manager discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
14-38-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Cases of chicken stored on floor in walk in freezer, last delivery two days ago. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Slushy machine dispenser nozzles have mold like substance at the O-rings, not in contact with slushy mixture when discharged. Make table, reach in freezer, and hot holding reach ins have solid gaskets.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in freezer has old food debris on bottom shelf.
22-16-4
61
Apr 16, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 17, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. **Repeat Violation**
29-37-4
86
Feb 29, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Spray hose at mop sink lower than flood rim of sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
29-37-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
78
Feb 6, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Spray hose at mop sink lower than flood rim of sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
29-37-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
82
Aug 11, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
70
Mar 27, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Hot time/temperature control for safety food received at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Diced potatoes- 84F reheated to 180, Hash browns- 100F reheated to 181 **Corrected On-Site**
03B-15-5
High Priority - Spray hose at mop sink lower than flood rim of sink.
29-37-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda nozzles on drive through accumulated build up. Soda nozzles in dining room machine accumulated build up. Cook line reach in. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Soufflé cup inside cinnamon sugar mix. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated dust. Ceiling tiles in kitchen and front line.
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean pans by three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Case of frying oil **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Rust,and syrup accumulated on dining room soda machine.
14-11-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Clean grey bus tubs by three compartment sink.
16-46-4
47
Oct 4, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
67
Jul 20, 2022
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Mavala - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-20: **Time Extended**
53B-13-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-20: **Time Extended**
24-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Floor in prep and dish area food debris, trash Bottom of reach in freezer food debris Grate under soda machine nozzles dirty slimy - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-20: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Bell 1323300 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taco Bell 1323300 on file is from Mar 6, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taco Bell 1323300?

Across the inspection record, “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Taco Bell 1323300.

How does Taco Bell 1323300 compare to other restaurants in Palm Bay?

Taco Bell 1323300 most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Palm Bay average of 76.

Has Taco Bell 1323300's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taco Bell 1323300 have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Taco Bell 1323300 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 1323300 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Taco Bell 1323300 is inspected around three times per year on average.