Taco Bell

3645 N Atlantic Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Jan 22, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Taco Bell appears in inspection records nine times, starting in 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 22, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “covered waste receptacle not provided in women&#39”, which has been cited two times.

Compared to other Cocoa Beach restaurants (averaging 77), there's room to close the gap. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 22, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

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High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. 0ppm. Replaced source bag. Dispensing at 500+ppm. Operator diluted to 300ppm. **Corrected On-Site**

41-18-4

Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0ppm. Operator refilled from triple sink with diluted solution. 300ppm **Corrected On-Site**

21-08-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice chute for lobby soda machine is soiled

22-20-5

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Small stall **Repeat Violation**

32-12-6

Aug 11, 2025

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Sean Norton

53A-01-7

Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. No date of last service on water filters

29-28-4

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.

32-12-6

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Wall near walk in cooler in disrepair.

36-24-5

Basic - Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Men's restroom

36-64-5

Dec 19, 2024

Complaint Full

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Ceiling tile missing. In lobby

36-36-4

Aug 12, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Manager on duty Shawn

53A-01-7

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Women's restroom

31B-04-4

Feb 27, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

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High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 400+ppm operator remade to 200ppm **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

22-43-4

Oct 5, 2023

Complaint Partial

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 500+ppm. Operator diluted to 200 ppm **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

22-43-4

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. No cover for trash can in smaller stall **Repeat Violation**

32-12-5

Sep 6, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used

FL-32

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Jan 30, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations.

View 3 violations

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. No vacuum breaker installed on the non chemical side of the split at mop sink

29-42-4

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 paperwork **Corrected On-Site**

11-27-4

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. Emailed paperwork

11-26-1

Sep 22, 2022

Complaint Full

4 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.

13-04-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Several Pans stacked over triple sink. **Repeat Violation**

24-08-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Under pans in hot well not clean.

23-03-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.

42-01-4

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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 Jan 22, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taco Bell?

Across the inspection record, “covered waste receptacle not provided in women&#39” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taco Bell.

How does Taco Bell compare to other restaurants in Cocoa Beach?

Taco Bell most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Cocoa Beach average of 77.

Has Taco Bell's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Taco Bell means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Taco Bell inspected?

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

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