Taco Bell

1701 E Fowler Ave, Tampa, FL 33612

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Jan 13, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2022, Taco Bell has seven inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 13, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around two violations, down from roughly six violations earlier in the record.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “equipment in poor repair”, showing up three times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Tampa restaurant scores 79. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 13, 2026

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda nozzles are soiled on soda machine.

22-02-4

Jul 11, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets in freezer next to fryer are torn.

14-11-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Caskets are torn in reach in freezer next to fryer.

23-03-4

Mar 17, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on double door reach in cooler are torn.

14-11-5

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

14-69-4

Oct 28, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Splitter on mop sink no vacuum breaker, discussed with operator

29-42-4

Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided operator with education packet containing clean up procedure. **Corrected On-Site**

11-27-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling vent soiled in dry storage Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on floor in dish area. Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under fryers soiled. **Repeat Violation**

36-34-5

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator with education packet containing choking poster. **Corrective Action Taken**

51-13-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket on reach in cooler next to fryer soiled. **Repeat Violation**

23-03-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Small carton fry cup, 2oz portion cup stored on floor. Discussed with operator. Operator moved to approved location at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

25-05-4

Feb 22, 2024

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 7 minor violations.

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11-27-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No towels at handwashing sink next to drive through window. Operator stocked at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at handwashing sink next to drive through window. Operator stocked at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-03-4

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided education packet containing choking poster. **Corrective Action Taken**

51-13-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on cook line soiled. Exterior of soda machine in kitchen soiled. Exterior of soda machine in lobby soiled.

23-03-4

Basic - Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Condensation dripping from ceiling in walk in refrigerator. Discussed with operator.

28-02-4

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Operator printed license at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

50-09-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on drying rack. Discussed with operator.

24-08-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on Beverage-Air Freezer in disrepair. Cut marks on cutting board on cook line.

14-11-5

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors in back dry storage soiled. Vents soiled in dry storage area.

36-73-4

Sep 13, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Dec 19, 2022

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

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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 13, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taco Bell?

Across the inspection record, “equipment in poor repair” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Taco Bell.

How does Taco Bell compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Taco Bell most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Tampa 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 six earlier in the 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 two times per year on average.

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