Taco Bell

4020 W 23Rd Street, Panama City, FL 32405

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Jan 16, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

The health department has logged nine inspections at Taco Bell, the earliest from 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 16, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.

Across the inspection history, “current hotel and restaurant license not displayed” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Taco Bell's latest score of 70 falls below the Panama City average of 83. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 16, 2026

Complaint Full

1 major violation. 5 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Handwashing sink in the ware washing area has a water temperature of 64F.

27-16-4

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Manager printed license during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

50-09-4

Basic - Fan guard in Walk In Cooler with accumulated food debris/dust. Drive through curtain soiled.

36-34-5

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle inside of the sugar bin.

10-01-5

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Single service lids box stored on the floor in dry storage.

25-05-4

Basic - Cloth drive thru curtain not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable.

36-30-4

Jul 28, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Food contact surface soiled with food debris, mold like substance or slime.- on frozen freeze drink machine dispenser. Employee cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

22-02-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust or mold-like substance. Observed Vents in back kitchen area soiled with accumulated black mold-like substance.

36-34-5

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Manager printed and displayed license during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

50-09-4

Feb 25, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Feb 17, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow Devices

FL-28

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Oct 31, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Dec 12, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Jul 14, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. No proof for manager on duty Nichole Riner

53A-01-7

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Mold like substance in caulk around three compartment sink, on front of paper towel dispenser by three compartment sink, and on walk-in cooler shelf by door.

23-03-4

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In broom storage corner by mop sink.

36-22-4

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. three compartment sink sprayer hose leaking, spraying on wall.

29-11-4

Dec 14, 2022

Routine - Food

2 major violations.

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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/. Ashley Kuczma expired 12-13-22

53A-03-7

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Mold like substance on ice chute. Cleaned at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

22-02-4

Jul 28, 2022

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Cheese pump parts soaking in pan in sink. Manager removed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. By three compartment sink. Manager restocked at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Basic - Build up of residue/grease in drive through side warmer.

22-08-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. On floor in 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 Jan 16, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taco Bell?

Across the inspection record, “current hotel and restaurant license not displayed” has been cited two 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 70 out of 100, which is lower 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 three 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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