Taco Bell

2575 E Hillsborough Avenue, Tampa, FL 33610

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Apr 23, 2026

Score

High Risk

Public records show five inspections at Taco Bell stretching back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 23, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around eight violations to closer to six violations per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, “establishment has no written procedures for employees” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

That's lower than the typical Tampa restaurant, which scores around 79. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Apr 23, 2026

Routine - Food

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

View 6 violations

High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer bucket tested 500+ ppm quat, manager remade tested 400 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**

41-27-4

High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. 3 compartment sink tested 500+ ppm quat, manager remade tested 400 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**

41-18-4

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Splitter missing vacuum breaker.

29-42-4

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hand wash sink behind register temped 77 F, ran approximately 2 minutes.

27-16-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Garbage can blocking hand wash sink, removed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Chicken on floor in walk in freezer. Manager removed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Sep 19, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.

View 10 violations

High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer in 3 compartment sink at 500+ppm, helped operator dilute solution, 150ppm **Corrected On-Site**

41-18-4

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. Copy provided **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**

11-27-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walk in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reach in freezer next to fryers.

14-69-4

Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed trash debris around dumpster.

33-19-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor in walk in freezer soiled with old food debris.

36-73-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee aprons hanging on shelf with border sauce and single service paper bags. Employee manager **Corrected On-Site**

40-06-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of soda machine near drive thru window soiled for slime debris. Observed exterior of self service soda machine soiled with slime debris.

23-03-4

Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.

51-18-6

Basic - Open dumpster lid.

33-16-4

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Copy provided **Corrected On-Site**

51-13-4

Jul 3, 2024

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used

FL-32

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Aug 7, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 5 minor violations.

View 7 violations

11-27-4

Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.

11-26-1

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

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

14-09-4

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Near service window Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Underneath soda machine and walk-in-freezer

36-22-4

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.

51-13-4

Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.

51-18-6

Aug 1, 2022

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Toxic chemical bottle stored on prep table near walk-in-cooler **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 0 ppm Quaternary ammonium sanitizer. Manager refilled sink with package chlorine sanitizer at 200 ppm **Corrected On-Site**

22-43-4

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

50-17-2

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

14-09-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Metal food containers near 3 compartment sink **Repeat Violation**

24-08-4

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed Wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area.

36-27-5

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Bell last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taco Bell on file is from Apr 23, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taco Bell?

Across the inspection record, “establishment has no written procedures for employees” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taco Bell.

How does Taco Bell compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Taco Bell most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.

Has Taco Bell's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Taco Bell have averaged around six violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Taco Bell means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

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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