Taco Bell

6611 W Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL 32818

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Apr 10, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Going back to 2022, Taco Bell has nine inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 10, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around two violations lately and about five violations before that.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet”, showing up four times.

That's lower than the typical Orlando restaurant, which scores around 79. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 10, 2026

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

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

29-42-4

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.

50-17-3

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Employee secured tank during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

51-11-4

Sep 22, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. -no vacuum breaker on hose splitter

29-42-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. -Pans above 3 compartment sink

24-08-4

Apr 11, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Nov 20, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.

View 8 violations

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed

FL-27

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Apr 3, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Oct 13, 2023

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.over food prep island

36-34-5

Basic - Plastic containers in clean dish storage has burn marks and is no longer cleanable.

14-09-4

Jul 27, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Repeat high priority violations may result in administrative complaint. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-27: **Time Extended**

29-42-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-27: **Time Extended**

33-16-4

May 18, 2023

Routine - Food

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

View 4 violations

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Repeat high priority violations may result in administrative complaint. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

29-42-4

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**

53B-01-5

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic trays on clean storage rack. **Warning**

24-08-4

Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning**

33-16-4

Oct 20, 2022

Routine - Food

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

View 4 violations

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

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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 10, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taco Bell?

Across the inspection record, “vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Taco Bell.

How does Taco Bell compare to other restaurants in Orlando?

Taco Bell most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Orlando average of 79.

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 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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