Taco Bell in Lake Wales

Last inspected:

24186 Hwy 27, Lake Wales, FL 33859

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

Overview

Taco Bell 0375 in Lake Wales had 21 inspections on record between November 2022 and December 2025, with a combined 52 violations, averaging 2.5 per inspection—well below the statewide average of 5.2. The facility experienced no emergency closures. High-priority violations included employee health policy violations in March 2023 and November 2022, hand washing violations in July 2025, and toxic substance control violations in July 2025. The most recent inspection on December 11, 2025 was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

21Inspections
52Violations
0Closures

Last inspected DBPR:

Taco Bell in Lake Wales: Comparison to Polk County Averages

This Facility 2.5 violations / inspection 2.5 violations per inspection
Polk County Avg 3.26 violations / inspection 3.26 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Polk County Avg 0.18 closures / facility 0.18 county average

Taco Bell in Lake Wales: Full Inspection History — DBPR (21)

— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections4 violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

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

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

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

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

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

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

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

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

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

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

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

High Priority Violations

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

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 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 in Lake Wales: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Bell in Lake Wales last inspected?
Taco Bell 0375 in Lake Wales was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 11, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Taco Bell in Lake Wales?
The most frequently cited violations at Taco Bell 0375 in Lake Wales are: Toxic substance control, Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored.
How many health inspections has Taco Bell in Lake Wales had?
Taco Bell 0375 in Lake Wales has had 21 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 2.5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Taco Bell in Lake Wales find?
Taco Bell 0375 in Lake Wales was most recently inspected on December 11, 2025 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Taco Bell in Lake Wales ever been shut down?
No, Taco Bell 0375 in Lake Wales has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?
Violation 53 (Outer openings protected) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/53.

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