Taco Bell

410 N Courtenay Pkwy, Merritt Island, FL 32953

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Apr 13, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Taco Bell eight times, with records going back to 2023. Taco Bell was last inspected on Apr 13, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

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

The most common issue across all inspections has been “food-contact surface soiled with food debris”, showing up two times.

Taco Bell scores about where you'd expect for a Merritt Island restaurant. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 13, 2026

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Dispenser nozzle for hot water machine in dish area is soiled **Repeat Violation**

22-02-4

Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. No date of last service on filter to the right of soda machine at Togo window

29-28-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. At Togo window. Surface area surrounding ice chute has an accumulation of mold like substance **Repeat Violation**

22-20-5

Dec 8, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Drink nozzle in drive thru and nozzles on icee machine have mold like substance build up. Employee cleaned. **Corrected On-Site**

22-02-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Manager had employee dump mop water and hang mop. **Corrected On-Site**

42-01-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice chute on drive thru drink machine. Employee cleaned. **Corrected On-Site**

22-20-5

Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. In dry storage room. Under cups area.

36-03-4

Feb 25, 2025

Routine - Food

2 major violations.

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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Sep 10, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Beneath soda machine in Togo window area

36-22-4

Feb 16, 2024

Complaint Full

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Minimal accumulation of dust on equipment and ceiling over make line. Operator cleaned **Corrected On-Site**

36-50-4

Nov 17, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Certificate not available for Tony. Stated that it expired and they have been meaning to get it renewed

53A-03-7

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed signage. Posted **Corrected On-Site**

51-13-4

May 18, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Feb 3, 2023

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on refrigerator under make table on side by drive thru. - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-03: **Time Extended**

14-11-5

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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 Apr 13, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taco Bell?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taco Bell.

How does Taco Bell compare to other restaurants in Merritt Island?

Taco Bell most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Merritt Island 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 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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