Taco Bell in Gainesville

Last inspected:

3408 Sw Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608

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

Overview

Taco Bell #042917 in Gainesville has undergone 25 inspections since November 2022, recording 94 total violations and averaging 3.8 violations per inspection, below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced any emergency closures. High-priority violations have been sporadic, appearing in only 4 of the 25 inspections, with employee health reporting and handwashing procedures cited once each. Consumer advisory violations recur frequently across multiple inspections. Two fire safety violations were documented: a portable fire extinguisher gauge in the red zone on July 30, 2020, and a missing portable fire extinguisher on April 5, 2017. The most recent inspection on February 3, 2026 identified 10 violations and was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

25Inspections
94Violations
0Closures
2Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Taco Bell in Gainesville: Comparison to Alachua County Averages

This Facility 3.8 violations / inspection 3.8 violations per inspection
Alachua County Avg 5.1 violations / inspection 5.1 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Alachua County Avg 0.23 closures / facility 0.23 county average

Taco Bell in Gainesville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)

— 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 the fire extinguisher by the employee door is in the red zone.
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 45-05-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only. Observed a fire extinguisher missing from the employee entrance door. A sign with an arrow and a hook are present.

Taco Bell in Gainesville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)

— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 3 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 3 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

Taco Bell in Gainesville: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Bell in Gainesville last inspected?
Taco Bell #042917 in Gainesville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 3, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Taco Bell in Gainesville?
The most frequently cited violations at Taco Bell #042917 in Gainesville are: Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored, Proper sewage disposal.
How many health inspections has Taco Bell in Gainesville had?
Taco Bell #042917 in Gainesville has had 25 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 Gainesville find?
Taco Bell #042917 in Gainesville was most recently inspected on February 3, 2026 with 5 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Taco Bell in Gainesville ever been shut down?
No, Taco Bell #042917 in Gainesville has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?
Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.
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.
What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
Has Taco Bell in Gainesville had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Taco Bell #042917 in Gainesville has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Taco Bell in Gainesville operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: Taco Bell 26450 (2017-2020).

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