Taco Bell in Cape Coral
Last inspected:
11 Hancock Bridge Pkwy, Cape Coral, FL 33991Part of: Taco Bell Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Taco Bell #042860 in Cape Coral has accumulated 106 violations across 34 inspections since 2016, averaging 3.1 per visit. The facility was briefly operated under the prior name Taco Bell #24550 in 2020. Proper ventilation has been the most frequently cited violation, followed by consumer advisory and shell stock requirements. A single fire safety violation was documented in 2020 for a portable fire extinguisher in the red zone by the back door.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Taco Bell in Cape Coral: Comparison to Lee County Averages
This Facility
3.1
violations / inspection
3.1 violations per inspection
Lee County Avg
4.36
violations / inspection
4.36 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Lee County Avg
0.1
closures / facility
0.1 county average
Taco Bell in Cape Coral: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $160.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2020040101 | $160.00 | Jul 6, 2020 | Fort Lauderdale |
Taco Bell in Cape Coral: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. By back door.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Taco Bell in Cape Coral: Full Inspection History — DBPR (35)
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections8 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Administrative complaint recommended
— 3 inspections9 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 8 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Taco Bell in Cape Coral: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Taco Bell in Cape Coral last inspected?
- Taco Bell #042860 in Cape Coral was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 13, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Taco Bell in Cape Coral?
- The most frequently cited violations at Taco Bell #042860 in Cape Coral are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Shell stock requirements.
- How many health inspections has Taco Bell in Cape Coral had?
- Taco Bell #042860 in Cape Coral has had 35 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.1 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Taco Bell in Cape Coral find?
- Taco Bell #042860 in Cape Coral was most recently inspected on April 13, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Taco Bell in Cape Coral ever been shut down?
- No, Taco Bell #042860 in Cape Coral has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?
- Violation 13 (Parasite destruction) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/13.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- Has Taco Bell in Cape Coral had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Taco Bell #042860 in Cape Coral has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Taco Bell in Cape Coral faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Taco Bell #042860 in Cape Coral has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $160.00 in fines.
- How much has Taco Bell in Cape Coral been fined?
- Taco Bell #042860 in Cape Coral has been fined a total of $160.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Taco Bell in Cape Coral operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Taco Bell #24550 (2020).
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
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