Taco Bell in Tampa
Last inspected:
5318 E Fowler Ave, Tampa, FL 33617Part of: Taco Bell Florida health inspections, violations & closures
This 76-seat Taco Bell location in Tampa has been emergency-closed once, on June 18, 2024, for sewage backup. The facility was also subject to a formal disciplinary action resulting in $400 in fines. Across 24 inspections dating back to at least 2016, the facility accumulated 87 total violations, averaging 3.6 per inspection — below the statewide average of 5.2. A fire safety violation was documented in November 2017 when marked exits were blocked with trash cans. The most recent inspection on February 12, 2026 resulted in 4 basic violations related to proper cooking temperatures and time as control, with disposition "Inspection Completed - No Further Action."
Most recent closure: June 18, 2024 for sewage back up.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Taco Bell in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
Taco Bell in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (1)
Taco Bell in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024035546 | $400.00 | Jun 18, 2024 | Miami (Doral) |
Taco Bell in Tampa: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Taco Bell in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 4 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Complaint Partial· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections14 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection8 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Taco Bell in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Taco Bell in Tampa under active enforcement?
- Records show 3 emergency order inspections between June 18, 2024 and June 19, 2024. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- When was Taco Bell in Tampa last inspected?
- Taco Bell in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 12, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Taco Bell in Tampa last shut down?
- Taco Bell in Tampa was last shut down on June 18, 2024 for sewage back up. 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 Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Taco Bell in Tampa are: Chemical properly stored, Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Taco Bell in Tampa had?
- Taco Bell in Tampa has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.6 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Taco Bell in Tampa find?
- Taco Bell in Tampa was most recently inspected on February 12, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Taco Bell in Tampa ever been shut down?
- Yes, Taco Bell in Tampa has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
- Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
- What does Florida violation V21 (Time as control) mean?
- Violation 21 (Time as control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/21.
- Has Taco Bell in Tampa had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Taco Bell in Tampa has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Taco Bell in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Taco Bell in Tampa has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Taco Bell in Tampa been fined?
- Taco Bell in Tampa 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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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