Taco Bell in Lehigh Acres

Last inspected:

2714 Lee Blvd, Lehigh Acres, FL 33971

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

Overview

Taco Bell #042852 in Lehigh Acres has been inspected 22 times since 2016, accumulating 66 violations—an average of 3 per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. High-priority violations for improper cooking temperatures and food source approval have appeared in recent inspections, including in March 2026 when an administrative complaint was recommended following a routine inspection that cited improper cooking temperatures. A single disciplinary action resulted in a $200 fine. Fire safety violations were documented on three occasions: exit doors locked or blocked in 2020, 2021, and 2022. The most recent inspection on March 3, 2026 resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

23Inspections
68Violations
0Closures
3Fire
$200in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Taco Bell in Lehigh Acres: Comparison to Lee County Averages

This Facility 3 violations / inspection 3 violations per inspection
Lee County Avg 4.36 violations / inspection 4.36 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Lee County Avg 0.1 closures / facility 0.1 county average

Taco Bell in Lehigh Acres: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $200.00

Disciplinary action history for Taco Bell #042852 in Lehigh Acres
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
7--2016019885 $200.00 Mar 30, 2016 Fort Lauderdale

Taco Bell in Lehigh Acres: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)

— 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. Observed three plastic cans full of cardboard blocking emergency exit. Cans of trash were disposed of. **Corrected On-Site**
— 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.
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 46-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only.

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

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

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

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

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections4 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

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

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

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

High Priority Violations

— 1 inspection6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

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

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 3 inspections4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

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

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections13 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections3 violations · 1 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

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

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

Taco Bell in Lehigh Acres: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Bell in Lehigh Acres last inspected?
Taco Bell #042852 in Lehigh Acres was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 6, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Taco Bell in Lehigh Acres?
The most frequently cited violations at Taco Bell #042852 in Lehigh Acres are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Clean multi-use utensils.
How many health inspections has Taco Bell in Lehigh Acres had?
Taco Bell #042852 in Lehigh Acres has had 23 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 in Lehigh Acres find?
Taco Bell #042852 in Lehigh Acres was most recently inspected on May 6, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Taco Bell in Lehigh Acres ever been shut down?
No, Taco Bell #042852 in Lehigh Acres 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 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 Lehigh Acres had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Taco Bell #042852 in Lehigh Acres has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Taco Bell in Lehigh Acres faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Taco Bell #042852 in Lehigh Acres has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
How much has Taco Bell in Lehigh Acres been fined?
Taco Bell #042852 in Lehigh Acres has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
Has Taco Bell in Lehigh Acres operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: Taco Bell #24558 (2020-2022).

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