Taco Express in Fort Meade
Last inspected:
500 N Charleston Avenue, Fort Meade, FL 33841Taco Express in Fort Meade has accumulated 103 violations across 20 inspections since 2022, averaging 5.2 violations per inspection — at the statewide average but with a concerning pattern of recurring high-priority violations. Hand washing violations appeared in 8 inspections, allergen awareness violations in 4 inspections, and employee health policy violations in 2 inspections. The facility received an administrative complaint recommendation in two separate inspections: July 2025 for 12 violations including four hand washing citations and three allergen awareness citations, and February 2023 for six violations including improper hand washing and food contact surface violations. A prior disciplinary action resulted in a $200 fine. The most recent inspection on January 12, 2026 documented six violations including three hand washing citations and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Taco Express in Fort Meade: Comparison to Polk County Averages
Taco Express in Fort Meade: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2023022847 | $200.00 | Feb 24, 2023 | Miami (Doral) |
Taco Express in Fort Meade: Full Inspection History — DBPR (20)
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections27 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 19 violations (11 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Taco Express in Fort Meade: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Taco Express in Fort Meade last inspected?
- Taco Express in Fort Meade was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 12, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Taco Express in Fort Meade?
- The most frequently cited violations at Taco Express in Fort Meade are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Taco Express in Fort Meade had?
- Taco Express in Fort Meade has had 20 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 Express in Fort Meade find?
- Taco Express in Fort Meade was most recently inspected on January 12, 2026 with 2 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Taco Express in Fort Meade ever been shut down?
- No, Taco Express in Fort Meade has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- Has Taco Express in Fort Meade faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Taco Express in Fort Meade has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Taco Express in Fort Meade been fined?
- Taco Express in Fort Meade has been fined a total of $200.00 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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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