Taco Bell # 148

2338 N Roosevelt Blvd, Key West, FL 33040

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Jul 30, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Taco Bell # 148 appears in inspection records six times, starting in 2023. The most recent visit was on Jul 30, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around three violations across recent inspections versus roughly seven violations before.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled”, showing up two times.

Restaurants in Key West average 74, so Taco Bell # 148 is doing better than most peers. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jul 30, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Dec 10, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 5 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed at hand sink across from 3 compartment sink.

31B-06-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling and vent soiled with accumulated dust above preparation and ware washing areas.

36-34-5

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board with cut marks at preparation areas.

14-09-4

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap in roof top access door.

35B-01-4

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at dry storage area.

36-22-4

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in coolers and taco shell warming unit soiled with old food debris.

22-16-4

Apr 23, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Hose connected to faucet without vacuum breaker. **Repeat Violation**

29-34-4

Sep 26, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.

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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Hose side of splitter in mop sink. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

29-42-4

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/. No proof of manager certification for manager on duty.

53A-05-6

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. No written procedure available. Inspector provided operator with written procedure. **Corrective Action Taken**

11-27-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Pepsi nozzle in drive thru.

22-02-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vent outside of office above make line.

36-34-5

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink stored on case of taco shells in dry storage. Manager discarded drink. **Corrected On-Site**

12B-07-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pans stored on clean dish rack in dish area.

24-08-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Bag of soda stored on floor in back of kitchen.

08B-38-4

Basic - Open dumpster lid. Dumpster behind building.

33-16-4

Basic - Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in dining areas during cleaning. Ladies restroom no light.

38-03-4

Jun 12, 2023

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.

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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present

FL-38

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Feb 7, 2023

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Dumpster overflowing garbage.

33-14-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed Walk in freezer floor soiled.

36-73-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Bell # 148 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taco Bell # 148 on file is from Jul 30, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taco Bell # 148?

Across the inspection record, “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taco Bell # 148.

How does Taco Bell # 148 compare to other restaurants in Key West?

Taco Bell # 148 most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Key West average of 74.

Has Taco Bell # 148's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Taco Bell # 148 have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Taco Bell # 148 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 # 148 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Taco Bell # 148 is inspected around two times per year on average.

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