Taco Bell at Waters Ave

7329 W Waters Ave, Tampa, FL 33634

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Apr 6, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Taco Bell at Waters Ave has been inspected eight times since 2022. The most recent report on file is from Apr 6, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.

When inspectors have written things up, “no proof provided that food employees are informed” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Taco Bell at Waters Ave's latest score is in line with the Tampa average of 79. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 6, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at splitter added to mop sink faucet.

29-42-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Located at dry storage rack next to walk-in cooler. **Repeat Violation**

24-08-4

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Located at mop sink. **Repeat Violation**

29-11-4

Feb 18, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Dec 3, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Jun 10, 2024

Complaint Partial

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwash sink by walk-in cooler at back kitchen.

31B-02-4

Mar 28, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Oct 10, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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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. Some employees. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**

11-26-1

Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 100ppm. Operator remade solution, tested 200ppm. **Corrected On-Site**

21-08-4

Mar 21, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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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.

11-27-4

11-26-1

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.

51-13-4

Oct 10, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

View 2 violations

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed

FL-27

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Bell at Waters Ave last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taco Bell at Waters Ave on file is from Apr 6, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taco Bell at Waters Ave?

Across the inspection record, “no proof provided that food employees are informed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taco Bell at Waters Ave.

How does Taco Bell at Waters Ave compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Taco Bell at Waters Ave most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Tampa average of 79.

Has Taco Bell at Waters Ave's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taco Bell at Waters Ave have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Taco Bell at Waters Ave 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 at Waters Ave inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Taco Bell at Waters Ave is inspected around two times per year on average.

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