Taco Bell # 165

4466 Forest Hill Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33406

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Dec 1, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Taco Bell # 165 has been inspected seven times since 2022. Taco Bell # 165 was last inspected on Dec 1, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.

The pattern that stands out is “time/temperature control for safety food”, which has been cited two times.

Compared to other West Palm Beach restaurants (averaging 79), there's room to close the gap. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 1, 2025

Complaint Full

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Jul 18, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

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Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Feb 7, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employee handled sanitizer buckets and dispenser at triple sink, point of sale/order taking system and then began portioning cinnamon twist without washing hands. Operator discussed with employee who then washed hands. **Corrected On-Site**

12A-16-4

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At cook line hot holding cabinet; cooked potatoes (120F - Hot Holding). At steam table; cooked sausage (125F - Hot Holding). Operator stated potatoes and sausage were reheated prior to being placed in holding unit(s), held less than 30 minutes, discarded. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

03B-01-6

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink at end of cook line across from back drive thru blocked by cart. Operator moved cart. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. At wall to left of rear exit door; drywall missing, no longer smooth and easily cleanable.

36-24-5

Aug 12, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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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. At steam table; cooked rice (118F - Hot Holding); cooked beans (123F - Hot Holding). Operator stated items cooked/reheated prior to being placed in steam table, held less than 1 hour, moved to be reheated to 165F. **Corrective Action Taken**

03B-01-6

Basic - Trash receptacles not provided where needed in establishment. At front line hand wash sink; no trash can to dispose of paper towels. Operator provided trash can. **Corrected On-Site**

33-06-4

Oct 11, 2023

Routine - Food

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

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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. At mop sink - green hose connected to splitter - no vacuum breaker. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

29-34-4

Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Reviewed and emailed copy to operator. **Corrected On-Site**

11-07-5

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. Emailed copy to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**

11-27-4

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Kitchen hand sink - operator provided. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-03-4

Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Make table - scoop handle in shredded cheese container - operator removed scoop handle. **Corrected On-Site**

10-06-5

Mar 3, 2023

Routine - Food

3 critical violations.

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High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Male employee using cell phone with gloved hands then started handling clean dishes. Explained and he properly changed the gloves. **Corrected On-Site**

12A-09-4

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Missing on one side of splitter at mop sink. ( installed before splitter)

29-34-4

High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Female employee using cell phone then put on gloves to handle food. Explained and she washed hands . **Corrected On-Site**

12A-07-5

Jul 20, 2022

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

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Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout in the kitchen

36-34-5

Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. By hand sink.

36-03-4

Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Grout missing resulting in standing water.

36-12-4

Basic - Wire rack shelf over three compartment sink with rust that has pitted the surface.

14-33-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Bell # 165 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taco Bell # 165 on file is from Dec 1, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taco Bell # 165?

Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taco Bell # 165.

How does Taco Bell # 165 compare to other restaurants in West Palm Beach?

Taco Bell # 165 most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the West Palm Beach average of 79.

Has Taco Bell # 165's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taco Bell # 165 have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Taco Bell # 165 means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Taco Bell # 165 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Taco Bell # 165 is inspected around two times per year on average.

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