Taco Bell

1005 Bichara Blvd, Lady Lake, FL 32159

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Feb 3, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show nine inspections at Taco Bell stretching back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 3, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer”, showing up three times.

Among Lady Lake restaurants, the typical score is 79; Taco Bell is comfortably above that bar. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 3, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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

29-34-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Reach in freezer gasket.

23-03-4

Aug 14, 2025

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

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Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. -Upright food warmer.

23-24-4

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

24-08-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -Walk in freezer.

14-69-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Exterior of soda station at drive through.

23-03-4

Feb 10, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -Some shelving in walk in cooler.

22-16-4

Nov 14, 2024

Complaint Full

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Jul 2, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Jan 31, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Above hot water station. **Repeat Violation**

29-28-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Soda syrup box. Manager discarded. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Jul 31, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Filters above tea station. **Repeat Violation**

29-28-4

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Reach in warmer by makeline.

23-24-4

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -Side exit door.

35B-01-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer.

14-69-4

Jan 20, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Jul 15, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Filters above tea station.

29-28-4

Basic - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. -Reach in freezer gasket torn. **Repeat Violation**

14-10-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer.

14-69-4

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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 Feb 3, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taco Bell?

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.

How does Taco Bell compare to other restaurants in Lady Lake?

Taco Bell most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Lady Lake average of 79.

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 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 three times per year on average.

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