Taco Bell # 140 in Lakeland
Last inspected:
6780 Hwy 98 N, Lakeland, FL 33809Part of: Taco Bell Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Taco Bell #140 in Lakeland has been inspected 22 times on record with 65 total violations, averaging 2.95 violations per inspection, well below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has experienced no emergency closures. Violations have consistently fallen into basic and intermediate categories, with no high-priority imminent health hazards cited. Recurring findings include food contact surface issues and improper chemical storage, which appeared across multiple inspections. The most recent inspection on January 28, 2026 identified 4 basic violations and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Taco Bell # 140 in Lakeland: Comparison to Polk County Averages
Taco Bell # 140 in Lakeland: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 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
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections7 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections2 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Taco Bell # 140 in Lakeland: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Taco Bell # 140 in Lakeland last inspected?
- Taco Bell # 140 in Lakeland was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 28, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Taco Bell # 140 in Lakeland?
- The most frequently cited violations at Taco Bell # 140 in Lakeland are: Chemical properly stored, Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Taco Bell # 140 in Lakeland had?
- Taco Bell # 140 in Lakeland has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Taco Bell # 140 in Lakeland find?
- Taco Bell # 140 in Lakeland was most recently inspected on January 28, 2026 with 4 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Taco Bell # 140 in Lakeland ever been shut down?
- No, Taco Bell # 140 in Lakeland has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- 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.
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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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