Taco Bell #25741

3750 Nw 79 Ave, Miami, FL 33166
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Mar 2, 2026
50
Score
High Risk

Public records show eight inspections at Taco Bell #25741 stretching back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 2, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.

When inspectors have written things up, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

Taco Bell #25741's latest score of 50 falls below the Miami average of 74. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

8
Inspections
4
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 2, 2026
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed French fries (119F - Hot Holding) in the steam table. Unaware of the time it was placed. Manager discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cut tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding) in cold bain marie. Per manager, tomatoes were placed there at 11am. Also observed French fries (119F - Hot Holding) in the steam table. Unaware of the time it was placed. Manager discarded the food items.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding) in cold bain marie. Per manager, tomatoes were placed there at 11am. Manager discarded the item. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed several plastic food containers wet nesting on shelves in warewash area.
24-08-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observe ice build up inside the reach freezer and in the cold baine marie in near kitchen area.
14-69-4
50
Aug 11, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled soda nozzles by drive through window. Operator cleaned soda nozzles. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water under three compartment sink. Operator removed water and dried floor. **Corrected On-Site**
36-22-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled Walk in cooler fan covers.
23-03-4
82
Jan 21, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside reach in freezer by three compartment sink.
14-69-4
95
Aug 6, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a cardboard box stored in hand wash sink inside ware washing area. Operator removed box. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled Walk in cooler gaskets. Operator cleaned gaskets. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
82
Feb 27, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at mop sink. **Repeat Violation**
29-34-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed 2 employee beverages stored in reach in freezer of kitchen. Manager removed and stored in employee food bin. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at rear exit door of kitchen.
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at three compartment sink floor. Observed at walk in cooler.
36-22-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets at reach in cooler next to steam bath soiled with food debris.
23-03-4
67
Jul 25, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed a hose connected to the faucet without vacuum breaker. **Repeat Violation**
29-34-4
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. Form was provided to operator **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
78
Mar 31, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed outside Establishment. **Repeat Violation**
29-34-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal glasses and phone stored on prep table inside kitchen. Operator removed them. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container at coffee station. Employee labeled it. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
78
Sep 30, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Bell #25741 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taco Bell #25741 on file is from Mar 2, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taco Bell #25741?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Taco Bell #25741.

How does Taco Bell #25741 compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Taco Bell #25741 most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.

Has Taco Bell #25741's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taco Bell #25741 have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Taco Bell #25741 means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Taco Bell #25741 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Taco Bell #25741 is inspected around two times per year on average.