Taco Bell # 148 in Key West

2338 N Roosevelt Blvd, Key West, FL 33040

Overview

Taco Bell #148 in Key West averaged 5.4 violations per inspection across 18 inspections from August 2021 to July 2025, performing slightly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced any emergency closures. High-priority violations have included improper hand washing, employee health reporting failures, food stored in poor condition, shell stock handling violations, and chemical storage issues. An administrative complaint was recommended following a September 2023 inspection that documented 10 violations including hand washing, food condition, shell stock requirements, and toxic substance control violations. The most recent inspection on July 30, 2025 was completed with no further action required, citing basic violations related to chemical storage.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

18Inspections
98Violations
0Closures
1Fire

Last inspected DBPR: July 30, 2025

Taco Bell # 148 in Key West: Comparison to Monroe County Averages

This Facility 5.4 violations / inspection 5.4 violations per inspection
Monroe County Avg 7.04 violations / inspection 7.04 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Monroe County Avg 0.08 closures / facility 0.08 county average

Taco Bell # 148 in Key West: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: 1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed gas container located inside the restaurant in the dry storage area.

Taco Bell # 148 in Key West: Full Inspection History — DBPR (18)

— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections22 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections17 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections15 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections8 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

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

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Taco Bell # 148 in Key West: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Bell # 148 in Key West last inspected?
Taco Bell # 148 in Key West was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 30, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Taco Bell # 148 in Key West?
The most frequently cited violations at Taco Bell # 148 in Key West are: Proper ventilation, Proper sewage disposal, Chemical properly stored.
How many health inspections has Taco Bell # 148 in Key West had?
Taco Bell # 148 in Key West has had 18 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Taco Bell # 148 in Key West find?
Taco Bell # 148 in Key West was most recently inspected on July 30, 2025 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Taco Bell # 148 in Key West ever been shut down?
No, Taco Bell # 148 in Key West has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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.
What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
Has Taco Bell # 148 in Key West had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Taco Bell # 148 in Key West has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

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