Taco Bell

2016 N 50 St, Tampa, FL 33619

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Aug 25, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Public records show four inspections at Taco Bell stretching back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Aug 25, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around six violations to closer to two violations per visit over the last few inspections.

Looking across the full record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.

Taco Bell's latest score of 86 sits above the Tampa average of 79. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Minor latest

Inspection History

Aug 25, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.

22-02-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice in reach in freezer closest to office. Walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**

14-69-4

Jan 6, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**

22-02-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On cooks line. **Repeat Violation**

14-09-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer near office.

14-69-4

Jul 21, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 6 minor violations.

View 8 violations

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**

22-02-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Wiping cloths in handwash sink. Employee removed at time of inspection.

31A-11-4

Basic - Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly. Men's room toilet broken.

32-23-4

Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Throughout kitchen.

36-01-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on cooks line. **Repeat Violation**

14-09-4

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table in kitchen. Employee removed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

12B-07-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets of reach in coolers on cooks line.

23-03-4

Basic - Open dumpster lid.

33-16-4

Aug 24, 2022

Complaint Full

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

View 9 violations

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Hans soap stored with food in dry storage. Employee removed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

Intermediate - Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Bonita Stiles Manager on duty. Other CFM available.

53A-04-6

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board stained on cooked line.

22-02-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Trash debris in handwash sink next to hot water dispenser.

31A-11-4

Intermediate - Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods. Ran approximately 2 minutes at handwash sink at front counter.

27-18-4

Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Employee drink with no lip on table above condiments. Operator relocated at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

12B-12-5

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer next to office.

14-69-4

Basic - No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions. Employee bike stored in dry storage area.

40-01-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board on cook line.

14-09-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Bell last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taco Bell on file is from Aug 25, 2025. The public record contains four 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 four times, more than any other issue at Taco Bell.

How does Taco Bell compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Taco Bell most recently scored 86 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 roughly once per year on average.

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