Taco Bell #24542

8405 Lockwood Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL 34243

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Apr 17, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show nine inspections at Taco Bell #24542 stretching back to 2022. Taco Bell #24542 was last inspected on Apr 17, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around one violation each.

When inspectors have written things up, “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Restaurants in Sarasota average 81, so Taco Bell #24542 is doing better than most peers. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 17, 2026

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed a C02 tank in back not secured.

51-11-4

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed a ceiling tile missing over the soda machine.

36-36-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed a soiled ceiling vent over the soda machine.

36-34-5

Dec 4, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed the ceiling vent over the freeze machine soiled.

36-34-5

Jul 25, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed a rusting metro shelf in walk in freezer.

14-17-4

Jan 6, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Aug 20, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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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 some illness reporting forms completed but not all. **Repeat Violation**

11-26-1

Apr 22, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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11-26-1

Dec 15, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Nov 29, 2022

Complaint Full

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed accumulation of a mold-like substance in ice chute in soda dispensing machine in drive thru area.

22-02-4

Aug 2, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in women's restroom. Employee placed paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water in warewashing area.

36-22-4

Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**

33-11-4

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.

32-12-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Bell #24542 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taco Bell #24542 on file is from Apr 17, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taco Bell #24542?

Across the inspection record, “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taco Bell #24542.

How does Taco Bell #24542 compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?

Taco Bell #24542 most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Sarasota average of 81.

Has Taco Bell #24542's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taco Bell #24542 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 #24542 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 #24542 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Taco Bell #24542 is inspected around two times per year on average.

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