Taco Bell 198 in Chiefland

Last inspected:

2025 N Young Blvd, Chiefland, FL 32626

Part of: Taco Bell Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Taco Bell 198 in Chiefland operated with a pattern of recurring chemical storage and food contact surface violations across 22 inspections spanning January 2022 to February 2026, accumulating 119 total violations. The facility averaged 5.4 violations per inspection, slightly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. Chemical storage violations and food contact surface violations appeared repeatedly across at least four separate inspections (2024-08-28, 2025-01-24, 2025-09-15, 2026-02-05), indicating a systemic management issue despite corrective actions. Administrative complaints were recommended following inspections on 2025-09-15 and 2025-01-24 after high-priority food contact surface violations were documented. The facility was never emergency-closed. A fire safety violation citing disrepaired electrical wiring was recorded on 2020-02-04. The most recent inspection on February 5, 2026 documented 12 violations and was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

23Inspections
119Violations
0Closures
1Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Taco Bell 198 in Chiefland: Comparison to Levy County Averages

This Facility 5.2 violations / inspection 5.2 violations per inspection
Levy County Avg 5.55 violations / inspection 5.55 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Levy County Avg 0.35 closures / facility 0.35 county average

Taco Bell 198 in Chiefland: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 47-03-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. Emergency exit sign at back door hanging by wires.

Taco Bell 198 in Chiefland: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)

— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Warning Issued

Intermediate Violations

— 4 inspections22 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 2 inspections9 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 2 inspections17 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections11 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Taco Bell 198 in Chiefland: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Bell 198 in Chiefland last inspected?
Taco Bell 198 in Chiefland was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 6, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Taco Bell 198 in Chiefland?
The most frequently cited violations at Taco Bell 198 in Chiefland are: Chemical properly stored, Proper sewage disposal, Proper ventilation.
How many health inspections has Taco Bell 198 in Chiefland had?
Taco Bell 198 in Chiefland has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.2 violations per inspection, matching the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Taco Bell 198 in Chiefland find?
Taco Bell 198 in Chiefland was most recently inspected on April 6, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Taco Bell 198 in Chiefland ever been shut down?
No, Taco Bell 198 in Chiefland has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
Has Taco Bell 198 in Chiefland had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Taco Bell 198 in Chiefland has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Taco Bell 198 in Chiefland operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: Taco Bell # 198 (2020).

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