Taco Bell #35385

10859 Emerald Coast Pkwy W Ste 10, Miramar Beach, FL 32550

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Oct 22, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Taco Bell #35385 has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent visit was on Oct 22, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around six violations to closer to three violations per visit.

Across the inspection history, “ice buildup in reach-in walk-in freezer on door at gasket” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Taco Bell #35385's latest score of 90 sits above the Miramar Beach average of 81. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 22, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in walk-in freezer on door at gasket.

14-69-4

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle stored in shredded cheese on make bar. Manager removed scoop from cheese. **Corrected On-Site**

10-01-5

Jul 24, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Dec 18, 2023

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Washing Fruits and Vegetables

FL-42

Aug 4, 2023

Routine - Food

6 minor violations.

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Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs stored on fryer handle.

10-20-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Box of cups stored on floor in dry storage area.

25-05-4

Basic - Standing water on floor in walk in cooler at the door.

36-22-4

Basic - Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly. Women's restroom toilet would not flush.

32-23-4

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Main door to women's bathroom does not close all the way on its own.

32-04-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Trays on dish shelf had water at the lip.

24-08-4

Mar 14, 2023

Complaint Full

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Mop sink splitter

29-34-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Drive through hand wash sink Re stocked during the inspection **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Left side make bar cutting boards

14-09-4

Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 500 ppm Quaternary Make line Quaternary sanitizer bucket Quaternary 500 ppm Confirmed with manager ( second test ) Sanitizer bucket removed and re made during the inspection. 200 ppm Quaternary

21-08-4

Oct 25, 2022

Routine - Food

7 minor violations.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

Jul 25, 2022

Routine - Food

12 minor violations.

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Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl stored in cinnamon bin. **Repeat Violation**

14-01-5

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Above make station ceiling tiles and vents soiled.

36-34-5

Basic - Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Fryer basket stored on floor near dish shelf.

24-26-4

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Drinks stored on food prep table at drive through station.

12B-07-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Phone on food prep table at drive through station.

40-06-5

Basic - Equipment and utensils not rinsed between washing and sanitizing.

16-16-4

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door propped open with brick.

35B-01-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Chicken breast stored on floor in walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**

08B-38-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Freezer door will not shut due to heavy ice build up. **Repeat Violation**

14-69-4

Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Open drink stored In upright freezer.

12B-13-4

Basic - Stored food not covered. Cinnamon stored in bin uncovered.

08B-12-5

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall behind spry storage shelves .

36-27-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Bell #35385 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taco Bell #35385 on file is from Oct 22, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taco Bell #35385?

Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in walk-in freezer on door at gasket” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taco Bell #35385.

How does Taco Bell #35385 compare to other restaurants in Miramar Beach?

Taco Bell #35385 most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Miramar Beach average of 81.

Has Taco Bell #35385's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Taco Bell #35385 have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Taco Bell #35385 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 #35385 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Taco Bell #35385 is inspected around two times per year on average.

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