TACO BELL #3065
16581 FISHHAWK BLVD, Lithia FL 33547 · 8439588660
Last inspected Feb 3, 2026 · 7 visits since September 2023
SEP 23
JUL 24
MAR 25
SEP 25
FEB 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on right side line for warmers are. 1 live Roach on wall to right side of three compartment sink. Manager eradicated and cleaned and sanitized one by three compartment sink
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2026011866 | Feb 18, 2026 | Mar 11, 2026 | $200 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Feb 3, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Feb 2, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. 1 dead fly on shelving in cook line on backup station. Manager removed and cleaned and sanitized area.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on right side line for warmers are. 1 live Roach on wall to right side of three compartment sink. Manager eradicated and cleaned and sanitized one by three compartment sink
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Luz Galiana 9-12-2020, expired on 9-12-2025 Serv safe
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed accumulated food debris inside of reaching cooler on make line
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Dead roaches on premises. 3 dead roaches on counter on male station by condenser. 1 dead roach on gasket of make line cooler door 1 dead roach on Taco Bell wrapper on make line 2 dead roaches on counter underneath press 1 dead roach on mainline exhaust fan. 1 dead road on four by Fryers 1 dead roach on floor by three compartment sink 2 dead roaches behind chip warmer. Manager began removing and cleaning and sanitizing areas
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed accumulated food debris underneath cook line, equipment, and warmers Accumulated mold like substance and exterior of ice chute in dining room
Sep 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed mold like substance on Pepsi soda nozzle at drive thru window. Manager washed rinsed and sanitized nozzle
Mar 24, 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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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Current copy available expired 2-1-2025. Manager had current copy
Sep 7, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 2, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate0 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. For peroxide cleaner.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Plans on file Across from 3 compartment sink, and at drive thru window
No cleaning agent available for cleanup instructions for vomiting and diarrheal events. Operator had clean up instructions using bleach, but had no bleach on hand.
No proof provided that some food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Operator has 2 new hires
Observed missing hand sink across from three compartment sink. Missing hand sink by drive through counter. And addition of hand sink next to storage rack on cook line No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/.
Sep 18, 2023Inspection 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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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Dive through soda machine
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.