Taco Bell #4258

18407 S Dixie Hwy, Miami, FL 33157

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Apr 3, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged nine inspections at Taco Bell #4258, the earliest from 2022. The most recent visit was on Apr 3, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer”, which has been cited three times.

Compared to the broader Miami restaurant scene, where the average is 74, this is a stronger showing. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 3, 2026

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed floor tiles missing grout by the 3 compartment sink area. **Repeat Violation**

36-11-4

Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed a broken container with hash browns at the line. Manager discarded it. **Corrected On-Site**

14-38-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled. Employee cleaned them. **Corrected On-Site**

23-03-4

Jan 5, 2026

Complaint Full

1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.

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High Priority - Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine 400+ppm) at dishwashing area. Operator correct ppm during inspection Triple Sink (Chlorine 100ppm). **Corrected On-Site**

41-15-5

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket torn inside reach in cooler at preparation station.

14-11-5

Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed floor tile missing grout throughout kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**

36-12-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside reach in freezer at cook line area.

14-69-4

Basic - Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Observed standing water by the three compartment sink at kitchen area.

29-19-4

Jul 10, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed floor tile missing grout throughout the kitchen area.

36-12-4

Feb 27, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Nov 15, 2024

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration

FL-33

Feb 13, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed person in charge rinsing coffee dripping tray in the hand wash sink located at preparation area.

31A-11-4

Nov 29, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 8 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Discussed the big 6 with the manager and sent her the handout. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

11-07-5

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. Provided Employee Reporting Agreement form to manager. **Warning**

11-26-1

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket torn, cooler located in the back wall of the kitchen. **Warning**

14-11-5

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Reach in freezer handles soiled, RIF located next to the steamer. **Warning**

23-24-4

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

50-09-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer located next to the steamer in the cook line. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

14-69-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash sign on the hand sink located next to the prep sink. **Warning**

31B-04-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled, reach in cooler located across from the fryer. **Warning**

23-03-4

Basic - Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in freezer located next to the steamer in the cook line, observed reach in cooler interior soiled, cooler located next to the fryers in the cook line. **Warning**

22-16-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed three containers with cinnamon sugar, rice and pasta removed from the original container not labeled. **Warning**

02D-01-5

Apr 4, 2023

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. RIF located next to the Bain Marie equipment.

14-69-4

Sep 26, 2022

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Bell #4258 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taco Bell #4258 on file is from Apr 3, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taco Bell #4258?

Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Taco Bell #4258.

How does Taco Bell #4258 compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Taco Bell #4258 most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.

Has Taco Bell #4258's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taco Bell #4258 have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Taco Bell #4258 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 #4258 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Taco Bell #4258 is inspected around three times per year on average.

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