How many health inspections has TACO BELL # 173 had?

TACO BELL # 173 has had 21 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has TACO BELL # 173 ever been shut down?

No, TACO BELL # 173 has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at TACO BELL # 173?

The most frequently cited violations at TACO BELL # 173 are: Proper sewage disposal, Clean multi-use utensils, Food contact surfaces.

What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?

INFORMED CHOICE: Without consumer advisory, customers with compromised immune systems, elderly, pregnant women, and young children cannot make informed decisions about consuming raw or undercooked foods. Raw oysters carry Vibrio vulnificus (50% fatality in at-risk groups). Undercooked eggs carry Salmonella Enteritidis. Raw fish may contain Anisakis parasites. Provide written consumer advisory with: disclosure identifying menu items containing raw or undercooked animal foods (eggs, meat, fish, shellfish), and a reminder statement about increased risk of foodborne illness. Must be on menu, placard, or other conspicuous written format. Covers items like rare burgers, sushi, sunny-side-up eggs, raw oysters.

What does Florida violation V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?

SEWAGE EXPOSURE: Improper sewage disposal creates risk of fecal contamination throughout the facility. Raw sewage contains billions of pathogens per liter including Norovirus, Hepatitis A, pathogenic E. coli, Campylobacter, and parasites. Sewage backup in food areas requires immediate closure and extensive decontamination. Groundwater contamination affects entire communities. All sewage and waste water must be disposed through approved sanitary sewer or private system. No direct connections between sewage lines and water supply. Grease traps must be maintained and cleaned regularly. Floor drains must function properly. Report sewage backups immediately and cease food operations until resolved.

TACO BELL # 173

836 BELVEDERE RD, West Palm Beach, FL 33405

Palm Beach County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: LUIHN VANTEDGE PARTNERS LLC · License: SEA6020399

TACO BELL # 173 in West Palm Beach, FL has 21 inspections on record with 43 total violations (2 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

21Inspections

43Violations

0Closures

Data current as of January 3, 2025

Inspection History (21)

Jan 3, 2025 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Sep 4, 2024 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V23 Chemical properly stored

Feb 23, 2024 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Aug 25, 2023 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Feb 3, 2023 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Jul 26, 2022 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V23 Chemical properly stored

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Feb 18, 2022 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Oct 19, 2021 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Apr 27, 2021 — Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Apr 26, 2021 — Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Jan 29, 2021 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Oct 22, 2020 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Jan 10, 2020 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Aug 26, 2019 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Mar 12, 2019 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Aug 29, 2017 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Mar 9, 2017 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Sep 26, 2016 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Sep 26, 2016 — Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 4, 2016 — Complaint Full· 3 violations · Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jul 28, 2016 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

How Does This Facility Compare?

TACO BELL # 173 has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Palm Beach County average of 0.19 closures per facility. It has averaged 2 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 2.73.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has TACO BELL # 173 had?: TACO BELL # 173 has had 21 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has TACO BELL # 173 ever been shut down?: No, TACO BELL # 173 has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at TACO BELL # 173?: The most frequently cited violations at TACO BELL # 173 are: Proper sewage disposal, Clean multi-use utensils, Food contact surfaces.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

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.

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