Del Taco Restaurant in Melbourne
Last inspected:
2936 Sarno Road, Melbourne, FL 32935This Del Taco location in Melbourne has compiled 88 violations across 19 inspections since 2016, averaging 4.6 violations per inspection—slightly below the statewide average of 5.2 but reflecting a consistent pattern of compliance issues. Food contact surface violations have been cited in at least 8 of the past 9 inspections, indicating a recurring failure to maintain clean equipment and utensils. Consumer advisory violations (improper handling of potentially hazardous foods without adequate disclosure) have appeared in multiple recent inspections. Hand washing violations were documented in at least 3 inspections between September 2024 and November 2024. The facility has not experienced any emergency closures.
The most recent inspection on January 9, 2026 documented 6 violations, prompting an admin complaint recommendation—the second such recommendation in less than five months. The prior inspection on November 3, 2025 issued a warning for 12 violations. The pattern of repeated food contact surface and consumer advisory violations suggests systemic issues with equipment sanitation and food holding practices that have persisted despite prior warnings and compliance callbacks.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Del Taco Restaurant in Melbourne: Comparison to Brevard County Averages
Del Taco Restaurant in Melbourne: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)
— 4 inspections24 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— 3 inspections13 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Partial· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections19 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Del Taco Restaurant in Melbourne: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Del Taco Restaurant in Melbourne last inspected?
- Del Taco Restaurant in Melbourne was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 24, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at Del Taco Restaurant in Melbourne?
- The most frequently cited violations at Del Taco Restaurant in Melbourne are: Food contact surfaces, Outer openings protected, Adequate lighting.
- How many health inspections has Del Taco Restaurant in Melbourne had?
- Del Taco Restaurant in Melbourne has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Del Taco Restaurant in Melbourne find?
- Del Taco Restaurant in Melbourne was most recently inspected on August 24, 2026 with 2 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- Has Del Taco Restaurant in Melbourne ever been shut down?
- No, Del Taco Restaurant in Melbourne has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V50 (Adequate lighting) mean?
- Violation 50 (Adequate lighting) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/50.
- 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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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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