Taco Bell in Largo

Last inspected:

5225 E Bay Dr, Largo, FL 33764

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

Overview

Taco Bell #2448 in Largo has been inspected 23 times since 2016, accumulating 101 violations, an average of 4.4 violations per inspection — slightly below the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced emergency closure. High-priority violations have centered on employee health reporting (sick workers handling food), food contact surface sanitation, hand washing procedures, and consumer advisory requirements. A fire safety violation was documented in 2018 for a blocked back exit. Recent inspection activity shows mixed compliance: a November 2024 complaint inspection found a single high-priority employee health violation; a January 2023 routine inspection triggered an administrative complaint recommendation after food contact surface violations were cited; and a November 2023 routine inspection resulted in a Warning Issued disposition following employee health reporting and approved food source violations. The most recent inspection on January 15, 2026 was completed with no further action required, with four violations including one intermediate and one basic violation.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

23Inspections
101Violations
0Closures
1Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Taco Bell in Largo: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages

This Facility 4.4 violations / inspection 4.4 violations per inspection
Pinellas County Avg 6.13 violations / inspection 6.13 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Pinellas County Avg 0.35 closures / facility 0.35 county average

Taco Bell in Largo: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Back exit blocked with boxes and trash cans **Corrected On-Site**

Taco Bell in Largo: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)

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

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 1 inspection4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

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

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

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

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

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

High Priority Violations

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

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections20 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Taco Bell in Largo: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Bell in Largo last inspected?
Taco Bell #2448 in Largo was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 15, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Taco Bell in Largo?
The most frequently cited violations at Taco Bell #2448 in Largo are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored.
How many health inspections has Taco Bell in Largo had?
Taco Bell #2448 in Largo has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Taco Bell in Largo find?
Taco Bell #2448 in Largo was most recently inspected on January 15, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Taco Bell in Largo ever been shut down?
No, Taco Bell #2448 in Largo has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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 V33 (Proper cooling equipment) mean?
Violation 33 (Proper cooling equipment) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/33.
Has Taco Bell in Largo had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Taco Bell #2448 in Largo has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

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