Taco Bell # 177

2801 W Atlantic Blvd, Pompano Beach, FL 33069

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Sep 9, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Public records show six inspections at Taco Bell # 177 stretching back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Sep 9, 2025. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

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

The most common issue across all inspections has been “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing”, showing up two times.

Compared to other Pompano Beach restaurants (averaging 78), there's room to close the gap. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 9, 2025

Routine - Food

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

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed

FL-27

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present

FL-38

Aug 23, 2024

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used as a dump sink coffee remnants in hand washing sink next to the prep sink

31A-11-4

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink located near take out window and by perp station

27-16-4

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. Email bulletin

11-07-5

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle in contact with mix shredded cheese

10-01-5

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand washing sink peddles by prep station and take out window not functioning properly.

29-08-4

Jan 29, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed package of diced tomatoes sliced open not covered in walk-in cooler. Operator covered. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-12-5

Jul 27, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 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. Rice (112F - Hot Holding) in steam table. Per operator rice reheated 20 min prior. Reheated to 165F. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

03B-01-6

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Exterior to soda machine dispenser unclean at drive thru

23-24-4

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

36-34-5

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Bottom of reach in freezer next to office contains food debris

22-16-4

Jan 20, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Aug 31, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Cloths, food, and scissors in hand sink.

31A-11-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair-Walk in cooler gasket.

14-11-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets to chip warmer unclean.

23-03-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Bell # 177 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taco Bell # 177 on file is from Sep 9, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taco Bell # 177?

Across the inspection record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taco Bell # 177.

How does Taco Bell # 177 compare to other restaurants in Pompano Beach?

Taco Bell # 177 most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Pompano Beach average of 78.

Has Taco Bell # 177's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taco Bell # 177 have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Taco Bell # 177 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 # 177 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Taco Bell # 177 is inspected around two times per year on average.

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