Taco Bell in Miami

Last inspected:

599 Ne 167 St, Miami, FL 33162

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

Overview

Taco Bell #5485 in Miami was emergency-closed on July 1, 2021 for fly activity. The facility has been cited for 76 violations across 19 inspections between 2018 and December 2025, averaging 4.0 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2. A fire safety violation for blocked exit paths near garbage storage was documented in three separate inspections (2018, 2021, 2022). High-priority violations have included shell stock requirements (cited twice), food contact surface sanitation, chemical storage, and time/temperature control for ready-to-eat food. The facility received a single disciplinary action resulting in $400 in fines. The most recent inspection on December 5, 2025 found 2 violations and was completed with no further action required.

Most recent closure: July 1, 2021 for fly activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

19Inspections
76Violations
1Closures
3Fire
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Taco Bell in Miami: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages

This Facility 4 violations / inspection 4 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg 6.7 violations / inspection 6.7 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg 0.13 closures / facility 0.13 county average

Taco Bell in Miami: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Taco Bell #5485 in Miami
DateReasonReopened
Fly activity 13:33:00

Taco Bell in Miami: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Taco Bell #5485 in Miami
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
1--2021030516 $400.00 Jul 1, 2021 Miami (Doral)

Taco Bell in Miami: 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 garbage bin, and boxes of garbage.
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Emergency order recommended

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed garbage can and box blocking marked exit located at in the back storage area. Employee removed items. **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. By garbage can & boxes. Manager removed both items. **Corrected On-Site**

Taco Bell in Miami: Full Inspection History — DBPR (19)

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

Basic Violations

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

No violations recorded for this inspection.

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

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 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

— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

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

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

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

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Taco Bell in Miami: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Bell in Miami last inspected?
Taco Bell #5485 in Miami was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 5, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Taco Bell in Miami last shut down?
Taco Bell #5485 in Miami was last shut down on July 1, 2021 for fly activity. 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 Miami?
The most frequently cited violations at Taco Bell #5485 in Miami are: Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored, Food contact surfaces.
How many health inspections has Taco Bell in Miami had?
Taco Bell #5485 in Miami has had 19 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Taco Bell in Miami find?
Taco Bell #5485 in Miami was most recently inspected on December 5, 2025 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Taco Bell in Miami ever been shut down?
Yes, Taco Bell #5485 in Miami has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
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.
Has Taco Bell in Miami had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Taco Bell #5485 in Miami has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Taco Bell in Miami faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Taco Bell #5485 in Miami has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Taco Bell in Miami been fined?
Taco Bell #5485 in Miami has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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