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Taco Bell #18574

5705 Nw 163 St, Miami Lakes, FL 33014
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Jan 13, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk

Taco Bell #18574 appears in inspection records nine times, starting in 2022. The most recent visit was on Jan 13, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

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

Looking across the full record, “employee personal items stored” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Compared to the broader Miami Lakes restaurant scene, where the average is 73, this is a stronger showing. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 13, 2026
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. On hand sink located at the front area.
31B-04-4
90
Sep 9, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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/ Observed 4 employee working at the same time with no certificate manager present.
53A-05-6
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee glasses on preparation sink. Operator removed it.
40-06-5
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed wet wiping towels stored in quaternary sanitizer solution of 0 ppm. Operator re do sanitizer bucket. Recheck quaternary 300 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
21-08-4
82
May 12, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 30, 2025
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Aug 12, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone on preparation table, operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil containers on dry storage floor. Operator properly stored it. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Operator properly stored it. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
86
Feb 19, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 15, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
95
Feb 28, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed three compartment sink with quaternary sanitation solutions at 0 ppm. Operator properly set up the three compartment sink with quaternary sanitation solutions at 200 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-43-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided Food Employee Reporting Agreement to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
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 Clean-Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events poster to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
70
Aug 15, 2022
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Men's bathroom.
32-02-4
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Bell #18574 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taco Bell #18574 on file is from Jan 13, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taco Bell #18574?

Across the inspection record, “employee personal items stored” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taco Bell #18574.

How does Taco Bell #18574 compare to other restaurants in Miami Lakes?

Taco Bell #18574 most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami Lakes average of 73.

Has Taco Bell #18574's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taco Bell #18574 have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Taco Bell #18574 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 #18574 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Taco Bell #18574 is inspected around three times per year on average.

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