Taco Bell # 163
Last inspected: Mar 3, 2026
52
Score
The health department has logged seven inspections at Taco Bell # 163, the earliest from 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 3, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around seven violations each.
When inspectors have written things up, “equipment in poor repair” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
By comparison, the average Groveland facility scores 87, putting Taco Bell # 163 on the weaker side. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
9
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 3, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ -Zev
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -pieces of food in hand sink near fryers.
31A-11-4
Basic - Drain cover(s) missing under prep sink and behind fryers. **Repeat Violation**
29-18-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -gaskets on bottom of walk in freezer -containers on shelf in dish area **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -back door and front door **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water between fryers and reach in freezers
36-22-4
Basic - Floor in dining room has accumulation of debris.
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -top back of fryer cabinets have residue buildup -interior of dust pans are soiled -gaskets on walk in cooler are soiled **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -above and below triple sink and mop sink.
36-27-5
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Repeat Violation**
33-11-4
52
Sep 5, 2025
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Basic - Drain cover(s) missing under prep sink.
29-18-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -gaskets on bottom of walk in freezer
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -back door **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Garbage can located outside has broken lid.
33-15-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at trash dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -top back of fryer cabinets -caulking behind triple sink
23-03-4
74
Feb 27, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
67
Aug 28, 2024
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -gaskets on bottom of walk in freezer -gaskets on reach in cooler on cook line
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -back door **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer near cook line
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -exterior side and area between it and wall in lobby
23-03-4
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. -sanitizer bucket by cook line. operator replaced, rechecked 200 ppm **Corrected On-Site**
21-08-4
78
Feb 27, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Filters at the hot water dispenser do not have an expiration date. **Repeat Violation**
29-28-4
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. Provided a copy to manager. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -spray hose is soiled at the triple sink. -taco shell pans have a residue buildup on the cook line. -chip,holder has a residue buildup on the cook line.
22-02-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets are torn in reach in freezer in the back area.
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside in the back area. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water in back area.
36-22-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. In shredded cheese on the cook line. **Corrected On-Site**
10-06-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Top back side of fryers have a residue buildup. -caulking at triple sink area has a black residue buildup. -underside of tortilla grill has a residue buildup on cook line.
23-03-4
58
Aug 23, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
70
Aug 26, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance. Self service soda machine nozzles soiled. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Clean equipment and utensils not separated from soiled equipment and utensils at warewashing area. Clean and dirty pans stored together. Manager rewashed pans. **Corrected On-Site**
24-03-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on both assembly stations.
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Food storage pans in clean wares area. **Corrected On-Site**
24-08-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Scoop in shredded cheese on assembly station. **Corrected On-Site**
10-06-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Taco Bell # 163 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Taco Bell # 163 on file is from Mar 3, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Taco Bell # 163?
Across the inspection record, “equipment in poor repair” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Taco Bell # 163.
How does Taco Bell # 163 compare to other restaurants in Groveland?
Taco Bell # 163 most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Groveland average of 87.
Has Taco Bell # 163's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taco Bell # 163 have averaged around seven violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Taco Bell # 163 means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Taco Bell # 163 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Taco Bell # 163 is inspected around two times per year on average.
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