Taco Bell
Last inspected: Dec 19, 2025
45
Score
The health department has logged eight inspections at Taco Bell, the earliest from 2022. The most recent report on file is from Dec 19, 2025. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around six violations per visit versus roughly three violations earlier in the record.
The pattern that stands out is “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting”, which has been cited three times.
That's lower than the typical Callahan restaurant, which scores around 72. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
3
Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 19, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Certified Food Manager or person in charge failed to verify employee health, exclusions or restrictions. Manager stated that three new employees started last week, manager not able to provide documentation that employee responsibilities were explained to them , employees did not have food handler certifications. Sent employee health agreements to Manager who printed them out and had employees sign them. **Corrected On-Site**
11-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Nozzles on tea dispensers near drive through window soiled with calcium like substance. Old coffee residue build up on coffee maker Nozzle near drive through window.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No handwashing soap/ dispenser in men's restroom.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled pump spray bottle with purple chemical in it, manager was not aware of what chemical was in it.
41-17-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Cinnamon bin in shelf at end of cook line has no label on it, not in original container.
02D-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Multiple ceiling tiles in kitchen area soiled with dust.
36-34-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on food prep table next to soda dispenser behind front counter. Manager relocated drink. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on metal pans on clean dish rack in ware wash area. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on walk in cooler door torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on reach in cooler at fry station on cook line soiled with old food debris.
23-03-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on food prep table at beginning of food prep line.
21-12-4
45
Aug 29, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. In dining area at soda dispenser, upper section of ice chute has mold-like substance.
22-20-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. At dish area, clean metal pans stacked before air drying.
24-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. At secondary make line, top of toaster has dust build up.
23-03-4
86
Feb 5, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
86
Aug 15, 2024
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. In dining area, ice chute on soda dispenser has black mold-like substance.
22-20-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Establishment has old license in binder.
50-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. At dish area, metal pans stacked before air drying.
24-08-4
Basic - Floors, walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk-in freezer floor soiled.
36-73-4
Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
33-20-4
78
Jan 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Both soap dispensers in back area dishwasher area and back prep area not dispensing soap
31B-06-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Around door of walk in freezer Around door of reach in freezer on line
14-69-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Employee closed at time of inspection **Corrected On-Site**
33-16-4
82
Jul 24, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
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.
11-26-1
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup around walk in freezer
14-69-4
86
Feb 7, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Mop sink breaker not on non- chemical side of splitter, explained to manager manager adjusted to correct location **Corrective Action Taken**
29-34-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Rachel
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handsink in back area hot water dispenser, provided **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
70
Jul 25, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. At mop sink in rear,backflow needed on non-chemical side of splitter**Repeat Violation** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
29-34-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Parlina
53B-14-5
Intermediate - Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
53A-04-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Nozzle under mango ice
22-02-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
53A-05-6
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Yellow pan that stored cooked potatoes cracked. Manager exchanged pan **Corrected On-Site**
14-38-4
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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 Dec 19, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Taco Bell?
Across the inspection record, “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Taco Bell.
How does Taco Bell compare to other restaurants in Callahan?
Taco Bell most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Callahan average of 72.
Has Taco Bell's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Taco Bell have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Taco Bell means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
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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