Taco Bell # 171 in Margate

Last inspected:

2466 N Sr 7, Margate, FL 33063

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

Overview

Taco Bell #171 in Margate has averaged 2.0 violations per inspection across 23 inspections since 2016, well below Florida's statewide average of 5.2, with no emergency closures on record. Chemical storage violations have been cited in at least 4 inspections since 2022, representing a recurring management issue. Fire safety violations involving blocked exits were documented in three separate inspections in 2016, 2018, and 2021. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $600 in fines. The most recent inspection on October 31, 2025 was completed with no further action required, with one basic violation cited.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

23Inspections
46Violations
0Closures
3Fire
$600in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Taco Bell # 171 in Margate: Comparison to Broward County Averages

This Facility 2 violations / inspection 2 violations per inspection
Broward County Avg 4.52 violations / inspection 4.52 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Broward County Avg 0.23 closures / facility 0.23 county average

Taco Bell # 171 in Margate: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $600.00

Disciplinary action history for Taco Bell # 171 in Margate
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
2--2016006711 $600.00 Feb 1, 2016 Orlando

Taco Bell # 171 in Margate: 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 exit door blocked with boxes. **Corrected On-Site**
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Exit door blocked with cardboard boxes and garbage container.
— 1 fire violation

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

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked with garbage container . For reporting purposes only. **Corrected On-Site**

Taco Bell # 171 in Margate: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)

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

Intermediate Violations

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

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections12 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

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

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

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

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 3 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 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 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

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

Intermediate Violations

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

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

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

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

Taco Bell # 171 in Margate: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Bell # 171 in Margate last inspected?
Taco Bell # 171 in Margate was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 31, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Taco Bell # 171 in Margate?
The most frequently cited violations at Taco Bell # 171 in Margate are: Proper sewage disposal, Chemical properly stored, Proper ventilation.
How many health inspections has Taco Bell # 171 in Margate had?
Taco Bell # 171 in Margate has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 2 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Taco Bell # 171 in Margate find?
Taco Bell # 171 in Margate was most recently inspected on October 31, 2025 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Taco Bell # 171 in Margate ever been shut down?
No, Taco Bell # 171 in Margate has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V35 (Single-use items) mean?
Violation 35 (Single-use items) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/35.
Has Taco Bell # 171 in Margate had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Taco Bell # 171 in Margate has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Taco Bell # 171 in Margate faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Taco Bell # 171 in Margate has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
How much has Taco Bell # 171 in Margate been fined?
Taco Bell # 171 in Margate has been fined a total of $600.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
Has Taco Bell # 171 in Margate operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: Taco Bell 16827 (2016), Taco Bell #171 (2018).

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