Taco Bell in Dunedin
Last inspected:
1800 Main Street, Dunedin, FL 34698Part of: Taco Bell Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Taco Bell #029567 in Dunedin has accumulated 167 violations across 27 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.2 per visit. The facility was shut down once for sewage backup. Fire safety inspections cited five violations, primarily blocked exits documented repeatedly between 2015 and 2019. In November 2025, inspectors issued an emergency order after finding 15 violations including 6 high-priority issues, though the facility complied during callback inspection.
Most recent closure: November 5, 2025 for sewage back up.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Taco Bell in Dunedin: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
This Facility
6.2
violations / inspection
6.2 violations per inspection
Pinellas County Avg
6.13
violations / inspection
6.13 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Pinellas County Avg
0.35
closures / facility
0.35 county average
Taco Bell in Dunedin: Emergency Closure History (1)
Taco Bell in Dunedin: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025082093 | $400.00 | Nov 5, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale |
Taco Bell in Dunedin: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (5)
— 3 fire violations
— Complaint Full · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Trash can, 2 bags of trash and boxes. The front side door is unlocked but the very front door was locked **Corrected On-Site**
Legal Basis: Reporting: Means of access, including entrances, halls, and stairways, must permit unobstructed travel at all times and shall be clean, ventilated and well-lighted day and night. Hall and stair runners shall be kept in good condition. Railways, as defined in 61C-1.001(23), F.A.C., shall be installed on all stairways and around all porches and steps. For reporting purposes only.
— Complaint Full · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Back exit blocked with boxes and trash can **Repeat Violation**
Legal Basis: Reporting: Means of access, including entrances, halls, and stairways, must permit unobstructed travel at all times and shall be clean, ventilated and well-lighted day and night. Hall and stair runners shall be kept in good condition. Railways, as defined in 61C-1.001(23), F.A.C., shall be installed on all stairways and around all porches and steps. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Back door blocked with boxes and trash cans **Corrected On-Site**
Legal Basis: Reporting: Means of access, including entrances, halls, and stairways, must permit unobstructed travel at all times and shall be clean, ventilated and well-lighted day and night. Hall and stair runners shall be kept in good condition. Railways, as defined in 61C-1.001(23), F.A.C., shall be installed on all stairways and around all porches and steps. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · 47-03-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. Lose fixture on wall between soda boxes and hot water heater. For reporting purposes only.
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.
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Boxes and trash can
Legal Basis: Reporting: Means of access, including entrances, halls, and stairways, must permit unobstructed travel at all times and shall be clean, ventilated and well-lighted day and night. Hall and stair runners shall be kept in good condition. Railways, as defined in 61C-1.001(23), F.A.C., shall be installed on all stairways and around all porches and steps. For reporting purposes only.
Taco Bell in Dunedin: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)
— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections16 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections6 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Partial· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections20 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections39 violations · 20 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Taco Bell in Dunedin: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Taco Bell in Dunedin last inspected?
- Taco Bell #029567 in Dunedin was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 2, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Taco Bell in Dunedin last shut down?
- Taco Bell #029567 in Dunedin was last shut down on November 5, 2025 for sewage back up. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Taco Bell in Dunedin?
- The most frequently cited violations at Taco Bell #029567 in Dunedin are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Proper sewage disposal.
- How many health inspections has Taco Bell in Dunedin had?
- Taco Bell #029567 in Dunedin has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Taco Bell in Dunedin find?
- Taco Bell #029567 in Dunedin was most recently inspected on February 2, 2026 with 10 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Taco Bell in Dunedin ever been shut down?
- Yes, Taco Bell #029567 in Dunedin has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- Has Taco Bell in Dunedin had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Taco Bell #029567 in Dunedin has 5 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Taco Bell in Dunedin faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Taco Bell #029567 in Dunedin has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Taco Bell in Dunedin been fined?
- Taco Bell #029567 in Dunedin has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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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