Taco Bell in Merritt Island
Last inspected:
410 N Courtenay Pkwy, Merritt Island, FL 32953Part of: Taco Bell Florida health inspections, violations & closures
This Taco Bell location in Merritt Island has been emergency-closed once, on December 14, 2016 for unsanitary conditions. Across 23 inspections spanning nearly a decade, the facility has accumulated 91 violations, averaging 3.96 per inspection, below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. Consumer advisory violations—related to menu disclosures for potentially hazardous foods—have appeared in four of the last five inspections and represent a recurring compliance pattern. A disciplinary action resulted in $400 in fines. The most recent inspection on December 8, 2025 found 6 violations and was completed with no further action required.
Most recent closure: December 14, 2016 for unsanitary conditions.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Taco Bell in Merritt Island: Comparison to Brevard County Averages
Taco Bell in Merritt Island: Emergency Closure History (1)
Taco Bell in Merritt Island: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2016058101 | $400.00 | Dec 14, 2016 | Fort Lauderdale |
Taco Bell in Merritt Island: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections2 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Taco Bell in Merritt Island: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Taco Bell in Merritt Island last inspected?
- Taco Bell in Merritt Island was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 13, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Taco Bell in Merritt Island last shut down?
- Taco Bell in Merritt Island was last shut down on December 14, 2016 for unsanitary conditions. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Taco Bell in Merritt Island?
- The most frequently cited violations at Taco Bell in Merritt Island are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Taco Bell in Merritt Island had?
- Taco Bell in Merritt Island has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.9 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Taco Bell in Merritt Island find?
- Taco Bell in Merritt Island was most recently inspected on April 13, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Taco Bell in Merritt Island ever been shut down?
- Yes, Taco Bell in Merritt Island has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?
- Violation 29 (Proper sewage disposal) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/29.
- Has Taco Bell in Merritt Island faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Taco Bell in Merritt Island has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Taco Bell in Merritt Island been fined?
- Taco Bell in Merritt Island has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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).
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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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