Taco Bell in Saint Augustine
Last inspected:
2453 Sr 16, Saint Augustine, FL 32092Part of: Taco Bell Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Taco Bell #042930 in Saint Augustine has been inspected 19 times since January 2022, accumulating 92 violations—an average of 4.8 per inspection, slightly below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. Hand washing violations were cited in at least 8 inspections, making this a recurring compliance concern. Food contact surface violations appeared in 6 inspections, and chemical storage violations in 3. Fire safety violations were documented on three occasions between 2020 and 2022, all involving blocked marked exits or paths to exits at the rear of the facility. The most recent inspection on December 17, 2025 identified 6 violations and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Taco Bell in Saint Augustine: Comparison to St. Johns County Averages
This Facility
4.8
violations / inspection
4.8 violations per inspection
St. Johns County Avg
4.93
violations / inspection
4.93 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
St. Johns County Avg
0.21
closures / facility
0.21 county average
Taco Bell in Saint Augustine: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (7)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only.
Rear exterior door through back storage blocked by trash cans and broken down boxes. Operator relocated all items to proper disposal location. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
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 · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only.
Rear exit blocked by equipment. Moved by manager. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
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.
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only.
Rear exit blocked by boxes. Moved by manager.
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.
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only.
Rear exit blocked by boxes. Recent delivery. Moved by manager. **Corrected On-Site**
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 · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only.
Old boxes blocking rear exit. Moved by manager. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
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 · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only.
Rear exit blocked by boxes.
Moved by manager. **Corrected On-Site**
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
— Complaint Full · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only.
Rear door blocked. Moved by manger. **Corrected On-Site**
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.
Taco Bell in Saint Augustine: Full Inspection History — DBPR (19)
— 4 inspections14 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 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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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 1 inspection3 violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 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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— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Taco Bell in Saint Augustine: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Taco Bell in Saint Augustine last inspected?
- Taco Bell #042930 in Saint Augustine was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 17, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Taco Bell in Saint Augustine?
- The most frequently cited violations at Taco Bell #042930 in Saint Augustine are: Chemical properly stored, Consumer advisory, Proper sewage disposal.
- How many health inspections has Taco Bell in Saint Augustine had?
- Taco Bell #042930 in Saint Augustine has had 19 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.8 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Taco Bell in Saint Augustine find?
- Taco Bell #042930 in Saint Augustine was most recently inspected on December 17, 2025 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Taco Bell in Saint Augustine ever been shut down?
- No, Taco Bell #042930 in Saint Augustine has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- 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 in Saint Augustine had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Taco Bell #042930 in Saint Augustine has 7 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Taco Bell in Saint Augustine operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Taco Bell- 26464 (2016-2022).
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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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