Taco Bell in Fort Myers
Last inspected:
4860 Palm Beach Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33905Part of: Taco Bell Florida health inspections, violations & closures
This Taco Bell location in Fort Myers has accumulated 83 violations across 22 inspections since 2016, averaging 3.8 violations per inspection — below the statewide average of 5.2 — with no emergency closures. Employee health policy violations appeared in at least 4 inspections between 2022 and 2025, indicating a recurring management issue. Toxic substance control violations were cited in at least 3 inspections. The facility incurred one disciplinary action totaling $160 in fines. Fire safety violations were documented in 2022 and 2023, including a portable fire extinguisher in the red zone and a marked exit blocked by a trash bin. The most recent inspection on November 20, 2025 found 4 basic violations and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Taco Bell in Fort Myers: Comparison to Lee County Averages
This Facility
3.8
violations / inspection
3.8 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 Fort Myers: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $160.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2019015927 | $160.00 | Mar 5, 2019 | Miami (Doral) |
Taco Bell in Fort Myers: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (5)
— 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. Observed fire extinguisher by rear exit door with gauge in the red zone. **Repeat Violation**
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.
— 3 fire violations
— Complaint Full · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed fire extinguisher back area near soda syrup equipment was in red zone.
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.
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed large trash bin blocking rear exit door in kitchen. Operator had employee move bin during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
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.
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed fire extinguisher by back exit door in the red.
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
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed extinguisher by rear exit in the red.
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 Fort Myers: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)
— 4 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections18 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 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.
Taco Bell in Fort Myers: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Taco Bell in Fort Myers last inspected?
- Taco Bell #042849 in Fort Myers was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 20, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Taco Bell in Fort Myers?
- The most frequently cited violations at Taco Bell #042849 in Fort Myers are: Clean multi-use utensils, Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Taco Bell in Fort Myers had?
- Taco Bell #042849 in Fort Myers has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.8 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Taco Bell in Fort Myers find?
- Taco Bell #042849 in Fort Myers was most recently inspected on November 20, 2025 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Taco Bell in Fort Myers ever been shut down?
- No, Taco Bell #042849 in Fort Myers has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V38 (Waste properly disposed) mean?
- Violation 38 (Waste properly disposed) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/38.
- What does Florida violation V51 (Premises clean) mean?
- Violation 51 (Premises clean) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/51.
- Has Taco Bell in Fort Myers had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Taco Bell #042849 in Fort Myers has 5 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Taco Bell in Fort Myers faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Taco Bell #042849 in Fort Myers has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $160.00 in fines.
- How much has Taco Bell in Fort Myers been fined?
- Taco Bell #042849 in Fort Myers has been fined a total of $160.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Taco Bell in Fort Myers operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Taco Bell #24552 (2021-2023).
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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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