Taco Bell # 139 in North Lauderdale

Last inspected:

7120 W McNab Rd, North Lauderdale, FL 33068

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

Overview

This 60-seat Taco Bell in North Lauderdale was emergency-closed on October 20, 2020 for roach activity and has been subject to one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. Across 22 inspections since 2016, the facility accumulated 51 violations, averaging 2.3 per inspection — below the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been sparse and scattered, appearing in only 6 of 22 inspections and including chemical storage, parasite destruction, consumer advisory, shell stock requirements, and approved food source issues. Fire safety violations were documented in 2017 and 2020, both involving blocked marked exits. The most recent inspection on October 17, 2025 found 4 basic violations related to chemical storage and was completed with no further action required.

Most recent closure: October 20, 2020 for roach activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

22Inspections
51Violations
1Closures
2Fire
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Taco Bell # 139 in North Lauderdale: Comparison to Broward County Averages

This Facility 2.3 violations / inspection 2.3 violations per inspection
Broward County Avg 4.52 violations / inspection 4.52 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Broward County Avg 0.23 closures / facility 0.23 county average

Taco Bell # 139 in North Lauderdale: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Taco Bell # 139 in North Lauderdale
DateReasonReopened
Roach activity 11:18:00

Taco Bell # 139 in North Lauderdale: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Taco Bell # 139 in North Lauderdale
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
2--2020050138 $400.00 Oct 20, 2020 Miami (Doral)

Taco Bell # 139 in North Lauderdale: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)

— 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 exit door blocked with multiple boxes.
— 1 fire violation

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

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only.

Taco Bell # 139 in North Lauderdale: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)

— 2 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

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

Intermediate Violations

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

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

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

No violations recorded for this inspection.

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

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 3 inspections7 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

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

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections10 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections7 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

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

High Priority Violations

Intermediate 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

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 4 inspections10 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 4 violations · Warning Issued

Taco Bell # 139 in North Lauderdale: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Bell # 139 in North Lauderdale last inspected?
Taco Bell # 139 in North Lauderdale was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 17, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Taco Bell # 139 in North Lauderdale last shut down?
Taco Bell # 139 in North Lauderdale was last shut down on October 20, 2020 for roach 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 # 139 in North Lauderdale?
The most frequently cited violations at Taco Bell # 139 in North Lauderdale are: Single-use items, Proper sewage disposal, Proper ventilation.
How many health inspections has Taco Bell # 139 in North Lauderdale had?
Taco Bell # 139 in North Lauderdale has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 2.3 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Taco Bell # 139 in North Lauderdale find?
Taco Bell # 139 in North Lauderdale was most recently inspected on October 17, 2025 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Taco Bell # 139 in North Lauderdale ever been shut down?
Yes, Taco Bell # 139 in North Lauderdale has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
Has Taco Bell # 139 in North Lauderdale had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Taco Bell # 139 in North Lauderdale has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Taco Bell # 139 in North Lauderdale faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Taco Bell # 139 in North Lauderdale has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Taco Bell # 139 in North Lauderdale been fined?
Taco Bell # 139 in North Lauderdale has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
Has Taco Bell # 139 in North Lauderdale operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: Taco Bell #139 (2017).

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