La Bendita Taco Bar in Fort Walton Beach
Last inspected:
226 Racetrack Rd Ne, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547La Bendita Taco Bar in Fort Walton Beach has 24 inspections on record between January 2022 and October 2025, documenting 48 total violations—averaging 2.0 violations per inspection, well below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced any emergency closures. High-priority violations have been infrequent and concentrated in 2023 and early 2024, including water supply issues (cited August 2023), hand washing violations (August 2023), approved food source concerns (February 2024), shell stock requirements (February 2024), and chemical storage (February 2024). An administrative complaint was recommended following an inspection on August 29, 2023 for hand washing and water supply violations, resulting in a $200 fine. The facility's most recent three inspections in March 2024, September 2024, and October 2025 showed zero violations with dispositions of "Inspection Completed - No Further Action," indicating sustained compliance.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
La Bendita Taco Bar in Fort Walton Beach: Comparison to Okaloosa County Averages
La Bendita Taco Bar in Fort Walton Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2023050494 | $200.00 | Aug 29, 2023 | Miami (Doral) |
La Bendita Taco Bar in Fort Walton Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 2 inspections0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 5 inspections16 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 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.
— 2 inspections1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Warning Issued
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
La Bendita Taco Bar in Fort Walton Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was La Bendita Taco Bar in Fort Walton Beach last inspected?
- La Bendita Taco Bar in Fort Walton Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 28, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at La Bendita Taco Bar in Fort Walton Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at La Bendita Taco Bar in Fort Walton Beach are: Outer openings protected, Water supply, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has La Bendita Taco Bar in Fort Walton Beach had?
- La Bendita Taco Bar in Fort Walton Beach has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 2 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of La Bendita Taco Bar in Fort Walton Beach find?
- La Bendita Taco Bar in Fort Walton Beach was most recently inspected on October 28, 2025 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has La Bendita Taco Bar in Fort Walton Beach ever been shut down?
- No, La Bendita Taco Bar in Fort Walton Beach has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has La Bendita Taco Bar in Fort Walton Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, La Bendita Taco Bar in Fort Walton Beach has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has La Bendita Taco Bar in Fort Walton Beach been fined?
- La Bendita Taco Bar in Fort Walton Beach 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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