Taco Bell 38869
Last inspected: Mar 20, 2026
90
Score
Inspectors have visited Taco Bell 38869 nine times, with records going back to 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 20, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around seven violations lately compared to roughly four violations before.
When inspectors have written things up, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.
Compared to the broader Winter Garden restaurant scene, where the average is 65, this is a stronger showing. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 20, 2026
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Insect control device installed over drive thru condiments. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-22: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-20: **Time Extended**
35B-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present.Middle of door entrance. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-22: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-20: **Time Extended**
35B-05-4
90
Jan 22, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker is not at correct location at hose bibb . **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-22: **Time Extended**
29-34-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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/Nicole expired 10/1/25. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-22: **Time Extended**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. White cutting board is stained. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-22: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-22: **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions.Soda filters expired on 2/13/25. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-22: **Time Extended**
29-28-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-22: **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Insect control device installed over drive thru condiments. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-22: **Time Extended**
35B-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present.Middle of door entrance. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-22: **Time Extended**
35B-05-4
50
Jan 21, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker is not at correct location at hose bibb . **Warning**
29-34-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Cheese,62 f,cut lettuce,61 f,cut tomatoes,61 f held less than four hours stated manager.Advised operator to place the time temperature control for safety food in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-02-5
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.Emailed a copy. **Warning**
11-27-4
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/Nicole expired 10/1/25. **Warning**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. White cutting board is stained. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions.Soda filters expired on 2/13/25. **Warning**
29-28-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Insect control device installed over drive thru condiments. **Warning**
35B-02-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present.Middle of door entrance. **Repeat Violation**
35B-05-4
35
Jul 31, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cheese,55 f held less than four hours transferred to walk in freezer for a quick chill. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of fryer vats are soiled. Residue build up surrounding drink nozzles at drive thru station. Interior of sprayer hose is soiled by three comp sink area. Sandwich cutting board is stained.
22-02-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Caulking has a build up of black like substance by the three comp sink area. Hood filters build up with dust under the hood suppression system.
23-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present.Middle of front door.
35B-05-4
67
Jan 21, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Employee does not know all the food allergens.
53B-16-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of fryer vats are soiled. Residue build on drink nozzles in dining room. Residue build up surrounding drink nozzles in drive thru area.
22-02-4
Basic - Self-closing device at the entrance of the dining door disconnected/broken.
32-17-4
Basic - Insect control device installed over food storage area at condiment station.
35B-02-4
74
Aug 1, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
74
Mar 20, 2024
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
82
Oct 12, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Fryer vats have a residue build up. Iced tea dispenser holder is soiled.
22-02-4
Basic - Ceiling vents soiled with accumulated dust in kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.Bracelet. **Corrected On-Site**
13-07-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-04-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present.Middle of front door.
35B-05-4
70
May 8, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Taco Bell 38869 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Taco Bell 38869 on file is from Mar 20, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Taco Bell 38869?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taco Bell 38869.
How does Taco Bell 38869 compare to other restaurants in Winter Garden?
Taco Bell 38869 most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Winter Garden average of 65.
Has Taco Bell 38869's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Taco Bell 38869 have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Taco Bell 38869 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 38869 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Taco Bell 38869 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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