TACO BELL #042849
4860 PALM BEACH BLVD, Fort Myers FL 33905 · 5028742094
Last inspected Jul 30, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023
JAN 25
FEB 25
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JUL 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 4 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided Operator with Cleanup Instructions DBPR Form 5030-104 via email. Operator printed out during inspection and posted sign.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2019015927 | Mar 5, 2019 | Jun 7, 2019 | $160 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 30, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal pans stacked wet nesting on shelf next to three compartment sink.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light bulb no shield inside walk in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed buildup of oil and debris on fire suppression rods over fryers.
Nov 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 tanks unsecured by soda syrup racks.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light bulb no shield inside walk in cooler above door.
Aug 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed shield missing to cover light bulb in walk in cooler..
Feb 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employees wearing bracelets while preparing food on cook's line. Employees removed jewelry during inspection.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light in walk in cooler with no shield.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed pasta unlabeled in bulk bin by fry machines. Operator labeled during inspection.
Jan 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided Operator with Cleanup Instructions DBPR Form 5030-104 via email. Operator printed out during inspection and posted sign.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease buildup over fryers on fire suppression lines.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bulk rice, pasta and cinnamon sugar unlabeled by fry machines.
Aug 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed 5 employees preparing food and no one on duty is currently a certified food manager. PIC Siera not a CFM.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing a bracelet while preparing food for a customer on cook's line.
Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Observed standing water at floor drain by cash registers.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bulk containers of rice and pasta unlabeled in prep area.
Feb 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed pizza cutter with buildup of dried melted cheese on blades.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic pans wet nesting on shelf next to three compartment sink.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed no shield or cover over flood light bulb in walk-in cooler.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored on floor by mop sink. Employee hung mop to dry during inspection.
Aug 14, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink by three compartment sink. Operator refilled during inspection.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided Operator with Employee Reporting Agreement DBPR Form HR 5030-103 via email. Operator printed form and completed during inspection.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 tank unsecured in rear hallway.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers wet nesting on wire rack next to three compartment sink.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed fire extinguisher by rear exit door with gauge in the red zone.
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