Taco Bell

31001 Cortez Blvd, Brooksville, FL 34602

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Aug 11, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Taco Bell has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent report on file is from Aug 11, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around two violations, down from roughly five violations earlier in the record.

The pattern that stands out is “current hotel and restaurant license not displayed”, which has been cited two times.

That's lower than the typical Brooksville restaurant, which scores around 90. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 11, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

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

29-42-4

May 8, 2025

Routine - Food

6 minor violations.

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Basic - 1) Vent cover under steam table soiled with food debris. 2) Cres Cor heated cabinet shelves soiled with food debris

23-03-4

Basic - Ceiling vents and ceiling tile soiled with accumulated of dust and mold like Substance.

36-34-5

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

50-09-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Cres Cor heated cabinet in cook line is broken and shelves in disrepair.

14-11-5

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.

14-69-4

Basic - Opened case of fries stored on floor in walk in freezer. Manager elevated. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Dec 17, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Mar 20, 2024

Routine - Food

6 minor violations.

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Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used

FL-32

Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration

FL-33

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Sep 11, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

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Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Jan 19, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Jul 25, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Area behind soda nozzles in drive thru soiled. **Repeat Violation**

22-02-4

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Manager printed and displayed license. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

50-09-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.

24-08-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Bell last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taco Bell on file is from Aug 11, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taco Bell?

Across the inspection record, “current hotel and restaurant license not displayed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taco Bell.

How does Taco Bell compare to other restaurants in Brooksville?

Taco Bell most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Brooksville average of 90.

Has Taco Bell's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Taco Bell have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Taco Bell 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 inspected?

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

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Score: 70 — Medium Risk

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