Taco Bell in New Smyrna Beach

Last inspected:

1860 State Rd 44, New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168

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

Overview

This Taco Bell location in New Smyrna Beach has recorded 20 inspections and 69 violations between 2016 and September 2025, averaging 3.5 violations per inspection — below the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced emergency closures. High-priority violations have centered on employee health reporting (cited in at least 4 inspections), handwashing procedures (3 inspections), chemical storage (2 inspections in 2025), and consumer advisory requirements (appearing in 8 of the last 9 inspections). Fire safety violations were documented in 2016, 2020, and 2023, each involving blocked exits or defective extinguishers. The most recent complaint-based inspection on September 18, 2025 found 2 consumer advisory violations and was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

20Inspections
69Violations
0Closures
3Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Taco Bell in New Smyrna Beach: Comparison to Volusia County Averages

This Facility 3.5 violations / inspection 3.5 violations per inspection
Volusia County Avg 5.87 violations / inspection 5.87 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Volusia County Avg 0.18 closures / facility 0.18 county average

Taco Bell in New Smyrna Beach: 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. Blocked by 2 trash cans, back door **Corrected On-Site**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation

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

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked by boxes. For reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: Means of access, including entrances, halls, and stairways, must permit unobstructed travel at all times and shall be clean, ventilated and well-lighted day and night. Hall and stair runners shall be kept in good condition. Railways, as defined in 61C-1.001(23), F.A.C., shall be installed on all stairways and around all porches and steps. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Next to back door
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.

Taco Bell in New Smyrna Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (20)

— 3 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures
V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— 2 inspections4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V22 Consumer advisory
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory
V24 Toxic substance control
— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces
V16 Proper cooking temps
V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V05 Handwashing procedures
V11 Food in good condition
V21 Time as control
V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V46 No smoking signs
V50 Adequate lighting
— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V14 Food contact surfaces
V21 Time as control
V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory
V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting
— 3 inspections0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

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

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 3 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures
V14 Food contact surfaces
V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V31 Clean multi-use utensils
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V46 No smoking signs
— 3 inspections13 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory
V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures
V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment
V36 Proper ventilation
V40 Wiping cloths usage

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting
V53 Outer openings protected
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V38 Waste properly disposed
— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored

Taco Bell in New Smyrna Beach: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Bell in New Smyrna Beach last inspected?
Taco Bell in New Smyrna Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 18, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Taco Bell in New Smyrna Beach?
The most frequently cited violations at Taco Bell in New Smyrna Beach are: Consumer advisory, Outer openings protected, Clean multi-use utensils.
How many health inspections has Taco Bell in New Smyrna Beach had?
Taco Bell in New Smyrna Beach has had 20 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Taco Bell in New Smyrna Beach find?
Taco Bell in New Smyrna Beach was most recently inspected on September 18, 2025 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Taco Bell in New Smyrna Beach ever been shut down?
No, Taco Bell in New Smyrna Beach has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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.
Has Taco Bell in New Smyrna Beach had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Taco Bell in New Smyrna Beach has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

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