Taco Bell #26
Last inspected: May 1, 2026
58
Score
The health department has logged nine inspections at Taco Bell #26, the earliest from 2022. The most recent report on file is from May 1, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near five violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet” has been the most frequent reason, cited six times.
Taco Bell #26's latest score of 58 falls below the DeLand average of 73. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 1, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Operator turned on hot water valve. **Corrected On-Site**
27-16-4
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. Provided to operator . **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Basic - Cook line floor soiled/has accumulation of debris, by fryers.
36-73-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water, in cracked floor tile in front of three compartments sink.
36-22-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Trauslen kitchen Reach in Freezer gasket soiled,
23-03-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License is not on site.
50-09-4
58
Oct 14, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
95
Apr 4, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
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. Provided to operator. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 1- dead roach in light fixture in dry storage area. Operator removed , **Corrected On-Site**
35A-03-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Reach in freezer Bag of Breast milk in reach in freezer, operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan unit soiled with dust in walk in cooler.
23-03-4
67
Oct 29, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Traulsen reach in freezer gasket soiled.
14-11-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris, by drive thru service area , under and behind equipment .
36-73-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Traulsen reach in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Operator was provided form and noted it posted. **Corrected On-Site**
51-13-4
Basic - Wash ware soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust, under three compartment sink.
36-27-5
67
Feb 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
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.
53B-13-5
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 to Operator. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Basic - Ice buildup in Traulsen reach-in freezer and walk in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. prodded to Operator **Corrected On-Site**
51-13-4
Basic - Washware gasket soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
36-27-5
61
Oct 6, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Food worker touched hat and continue to handle chips by fryers without changing gloves and wash by hands. Educated operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-09-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
Basic - Food preparation area floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Kitchen , front line and drive thru ceiling /ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler ceiling soiled with dust,. -rice container soiled with grime.
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust, behind kitchen soda station. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
61
Jun 9, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
70
Jan 5, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
50
Jul 8, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Maketable shredded cheese (45F - Cold Holding); sour cream (45F - Cold Holding), operator placed in refrigerated unit.
03A-02-5
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
05-09-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle.p of kitchen hand sink, in front of walk in cooler.
29-11-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling vent at front counter and storage area. Walk in cooler ceiling soiled with dust and mold like substance. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Kitchen Wall and washware area soiled by hand sink with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
61
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Taco Bell #26 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Taco Bell #26 on file is from May 1, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Taco Bell #26?
Across the inspection record, “vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Taco Bell #26.
How does Taco Bell #26 compare to other restaurants in DeLand?
Taco Bell #26 most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the DeLand average of 73.
Has Taco Bell #26's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taco Bell #26 have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Taco Bell #26 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 #26 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Taco Bell #26 is inspected around two times per year on average.
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