Taco Bell # 135

2451 N University Dr, Sunrise, FL 33322
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Oct 23, 2025
100
Score
Low Risk

Public records show 11 inspections at Taco Bell # 135 stretching back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 23, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.

“Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.

The city-wide average for Sunrise sits at 78, putting Taco Bell # 135 on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 23, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 22, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Live, small flying insects found Approximately 8 flying insects in dry storage area not landing. **Warning**
35A-02-7
High Priority - Air gap between water supply inlet and flood rim of equipment/sink is less than one inch. At the triple sink water supply inlet does not have 1 inch gap at wash compartment and sanitizer compartment. **Warning**
29-44-4
Intermediate - Wash solution in three-compartment sink less than 110 degrees Fahrenheit. Wash solution at 98F. **Warning**
16-52-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. In dry storage area next to walk in cooler. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In the single service storage room standing water on the floor. Operator mopped. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
36-22-4
61
Feb 21, 2025
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
86
Jul 11, 2024
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
82
Feb 8, 2024
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Bathroom Observed no soap at main hand wash sink in bathroom. Manager replaced **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. - Dry store area. Observed with tiles and metal bars in disrepair.
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. - Throughout establishment. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk-in cooler gasket with an accumulation of black mold like debris.
23-03-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed pipe leaking water onto floor in walk-in freezer.
29-11-4
74
Oct 2, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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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. Clean up procedure emailed to manager. Manager printed. ** **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Form emailed to manager to be completed. **Corrective Action Taken**
03F-10-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris and mold-like substance. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed one dead roach behind water heater next to walk in cooler. Manager removed and sanitized area. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-03-4
74
Jun 12, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
74
Apr 11, 2023
Complaint Full
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Main kitchen exit door- observed top of wall pealing at top of exit door. - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-11: Still observed. **Time Extended**
36-24-5
95
Apr 10, 2023
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 2 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. Main kitchen warmer at cook line- observed season potatoes 109-133 degrees F. Operator moved seasoned potatoes and cooked new potatoes. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Front dining area beverage dispenser- observed approximately 10 live flying insects flying around and landing on beverage dispenser nozzle where beverage dispense for customer consumption. Operator turned off beverage dispenser. Main kitchen beverage dispenser shelf rack- observed 2 live flying insects landing on wall.
35A-02-6
High Priority - Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Main kitchen dining area beverage dispenser- observed 5 live insects crawling on prep table.
35A-09-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Main kitchen- observed all vents soiled.
36-34-5
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Main kitchen exit door- observed top of wall pealing at top of exit door.
36-24-5
58
Sep 20, 2022
Complaint Full
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
90
Aug 5, 2022
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee eating over prep sink. Operator educated employee to only eat in dining room. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-02-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee carrot juice in reach-in cooler below cold-holding prep area. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Bell # 135 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taco Bell # 135 on file is from Oct 23, 2025. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taco Bell # 135?

Across the inspection record, “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Taco Bell # 135.

How does Taco Bell # 135 compare to other restaurants in Sunrise?

Taco Bell # 135 most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Sunrise average of 78.

Has Taco Bell # 135's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taco Bell # 135 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 # 135 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 # 135 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Taco Bell # 135 is inspected around three times per year on average.