Taco Bell #23700
Last inspected: Apr 24, 2026
61
Score
Taco Bell #23700 has been inspected eight times since 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 24, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near three violations per visit.
“Food-contact surface soiled with food debris” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
That's lower than the typical Jacksonville restaurant, which scores around 74. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
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Inspections
0
Critical latest
3
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 24, 2026
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled Spray bottle containing toxic substance stored next to sanitizer bucket at front service line. Operator labeled spray bottle of degreaser/cleaner. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed two soda nozzles at soda dispenser at drive thru soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Operator unable to provide proof of completed training for some employees hired more than 60 days ago.
53B-13-5
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 0ppm) at end of cook line and at front counter. Employee stated he just changed the solution out at triple sink. Employee let solution run for a minute and remade solution and retested at 200ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
21-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed container of oil stored on floor next to reach in freezer across from fryer.
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on reach-in cooler at make station and gasket on reach in freezer across from fryers soiled
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of reach-in cooler at make stations soiled. Also, interior and shelving in food warmer across from make station soiled.
22-16-4
61
Aug 26, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 21, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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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/ Rosemarie CFM certification expired 2024
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice chute on soda dispensing machine at drive thru slightly soiled. Also, cutting boards at make stations soiled/ stained.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink next to front service counter. Operator replenished paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee personal belonging stored on shelf under front counter next to single use napkins. Operator removed backpack. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on reach-in cooler below make station across from triple sink has accumulation of food debris.
23-03-4
67
Dec 12, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Pipe at triple sink leaking. Operator stated there is already a work order in for it to be repaired. **Corrective Action Taken**
29-11-4
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 0ppm) at make station, front line and bucket next to fryers. Observed sanitizer solution at triple sink empty. Operator changed out bag of solution and retested at 200-300ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
21-08-4
90
Apr 11, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Unable to dispense soap at hand wash sink in women's restroom. Operator replaced batteries for soap to dispense. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-06-4
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary) Operator stated bag was recently changed and employee may not have let it run for a couple of seconds. Operator remade sanitizer solution and retested at 200ppm **Corrected On-Site**
21-08-4
86
Jul 24, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed multiple ceiling vents dusty throughout kitchen. Observed one ceiling tile missing located across from office. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in reach in on cook line.
29-49-6
Basic - Water draining onto floor surface. Observed water coming from corner of drive through area leading to middle of front service line. **Repeat Violation**
29-03-4
86
Jan 31, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed two flying insects, one in office and one near back door of kitchen.
35A-02-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut tomatoes, cut lettuce and shredded cheese on cook line at 51F-53F. Ambient temperature of cooler at 60F. Manager stated that product was placed in cooler 20 minutes prior. Manager placed all TCS foods back into walk-in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Certified food manager unable to answer basic questions about allergens. Observed CFM unable to answer questions regarding Eight Food Allergens.
53A-16-4
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. Observed establishment to not have written procedures on vomiting and diarrhea clean up.
11-27-4
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. Observed establishment to not have employee health agreement forms. I will provide copy of employee health agreement forms again.
11-26-1
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed multiple ceiling tiles in kitchen area to be soiled.
36-34-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles under hand sink on the front line to be missing.
36-17-5
Basic - Water draining onto floor surface. Observed water coming from corner of drive through area leading to middle of front service line.
29-03-4
47
Aug 18, 2022
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
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Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed drink stored next to grill presses located near drive through. Employee removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed small black cup used to dispense cinnamon in white container of cinnamon located near thermalizer. Manager removed cup from container. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed ladies restroom door not self closing. No self closure on door.
32-04-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed ladies restroom without an employee hand washing sign.Observed a hand sink without a hand washing sign located next to drink dispensers on front line. Manager placed signs for both hand washing sinks. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on clean pans stored on drying rack next to 3 compartment sink.
16-46-4
Basic - Vending machine exterior soiled. Observed freezer door gasket in dry storage area to be soiled. Manager assigned someone to clean. **Corrective Action Taken**
23-01-4
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Taco Bell #23700 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Taco Bell #23700 on file is from Apr 24, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Taco Bell #23700?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taco Bell #23700.
How does Taco Bell #23700 compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville?
Taco Bell #23700 most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Jacksonville average of 74.
Has Taco Bell #23700's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taco Bell #23700 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 #23700 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 #23700 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Taco Bell #23700 is inspected around two times per year on average.
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