Taco Bell #3065

16581 Fishhawk Blvd, Lithia, FL 33547

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Feb 2, 2026

Score

High Risk

The health department has logged seven inspections at Taco Bell #3065, the earliest from 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 2, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.

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

The most common issue across all inspections has been “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease”, showing up three times.

Taco Bell #3065's latest score of 52 falls below the Lithia average of 78. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 2, 2026

Complaint Full

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

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High Priority - Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. 1 dead fly on shelving in cook line on backup station. Manager removed and cleaned and sanitized area. **Corrected On-Site** **Admin Complaint**

35A-09-4

High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on right side line for warmers are. 1 live Roach on wall to right side of three compartment sink. Manager eradicated and cleaned and sanitized one by three compartment sink **Corrective Action Taken** **Admin Complaint**

35A-05-4

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/ Luz Galiana 9-12-2020, expired on 9-12-2025 Serv safe **Warning**

53A-03-7

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed accumulated food debris inside of reaching cooler on make line **Warning**

22-02-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed accumulated food debris underneath cook line, equipment, and warmers Accumulated mold like substance and exterior of ice chute in dining room **Warning**

23-03-4

Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 3 dead roaches on counter on male station by condenser. 1 dead roach on gasket of make line cooler door 1 dead roach on Taco Bell wrapper on make line 2 dead roaches on counter underneath press 1 dead roach on mainline exhaust fan . 1 dead road on four by Fryers 1 dead roach on floor by three compartment sink 2 dead roaches behind chip warmer. Manager began removing and cleaning and sanitizing areas **Corrective Action Taken** **Admin Complaint**

35A-03-4

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**

50-09-4

Sep 23, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed mold like substance on Pepsi soda nozzle at drive thru window. Manager washed rinsed and sanitized nozzle **Corrected On-Site**

22-02-4

Mar 24, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Current copy available expired 2-1-2025. Manager had current copy **Corrected On-Site**

50-09-4

Sep 7, 2024

Complaint Full

No violations found.

100

Jul 2, 2024

Complaint Full

4 major violations.

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Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Sep 18, 2023

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Dive through soda machine **Repeat Violation**

23-03-4

Jul 26, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.

29-42-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soda machine in drive through

23-03-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Bell #3065 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taco Bell #3065 on file is from Feb 2, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taco Bell #3065?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Taco Bell #3065.

How does Taco Bell #3065 compare to other restaurants in Lithia?

Taco Bell #3065 most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Lithia average of 78.

Has Taco Bell #3065's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taco Bell #3065 have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Taco Bell #3065 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 #3065 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Taco Bell #3065 is inspected around two times per year on average.

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