Taco Bell

434 S Tyndall Pkwy, Panama City, FL 32404
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Mar 27, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged 10 inspections at Taco Bell, the earliest from 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 27, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “working containers of food removed”, showing up four times.

Restaurants in Panama City average 83, so Taco Bell is doing better than most peers. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 27, 2026
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Nov 18, 2025
Complaint Full
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Top of the slush machine.
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt shaker. Manager placed label on the shaker. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Posted mix setting on the stockroom floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Watch. Employee removed their watch. **Corrected On-Site**
13-07-4
78
Oct 28, 2025
Complaint Full
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt and seasoning shakers not labeled. Manager placed labels on both shakers. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
90
Jul 1, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - Employee touched and drinking from can drink and then engaged in food preparation, failed to washing their hands.
12A-10-4
86
Dec 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Employee washed hands with cold water.
12A-19-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured,in the back dry storage area.
51-11-4
Basic - Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues next to the fryers and in front of the three compartment sink.
22-16-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed tea container in drive thru not covered.
08B-12-5
74
Jul 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
86
Jan 17, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt container not labeled ,setting on the cinnamon container. Manager labeled the salt container. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
95
Aug 15, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 1, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Mop sink. **Repeat Violation**
29-34-4
86
Aug 1, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Mop sink.
29-34-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Cinnamon container not labeled. Manager placed labeled on the cinnamon container. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Bell last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taco Bell on file is from Mar 27, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taco Bell?

Across the inspection record, “working containers of food removed” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Taco Bell.

How does Taco Bell compare to other restaurants in Panama City?

Taco Bell most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Panama City average of 83.

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.