Taco Bell in Tampa

Last inspected:

7620 W Hillsborough Ave, Tampa, FL 33615

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

Overview

The Taco Bell in Tampa, FL (Hillsborough County) has received 19 inspections since September 2022, averaging 4.0 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not been emergency-closed. High-priority violations have included employee health reporting issues, time/temperature control failures, handwashing procedure violations, and improper chemical storage. Employee health reporting violations appeared in at least two inspections (August 2025 and March 2023), as did time-as-control violations (recurring across multiple inspections). A portable fire extinguisher gauge was found in the red zone beneath the hand wash sink in the food prep/storage area on June 5, 2025. The most recent inspection on January 7, 2026 was a complaint investigation that resulted in no further action, with three basic violations cited.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

19Inspections
76Violations
0Closures
1Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Taco Bell in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages

This Facility 4 violations / inspection 4 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg 5.74 violations / inspection 5.74 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Hillsborough County Avg 0.25 closures / facility 0.25 county average

Taco Bell in Tampa: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone under hand wash sink in food prep/ storage area . For reporting purposes only. Reviewed with manager

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

— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections8 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

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

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections13 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

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

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Taco Bell in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Bell in Tampa last inspected?
Taco Bell in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 7, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Taco Bell in Tampa?
The most frequently cited violations at Taco Bell in Tampa are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Adequate lighting.
How many health inspections has Taco Bell in Tampa had?
Taco Bell in Tampa 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 Tampa find?
Taco Bell in Tampa was most recently inspected on January 7, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Taco Bell in Tampa ever been shut down?
No, Taco Bell in Tampa has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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 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 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.

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