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TACO BELL #6133

2031 E BEARSS AVE, Tampa FL 33613 · 813-971-8743

Last inspected Jul 20, 2026 · 11 visits since July 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats45
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA3906942
Grade history
SEP 24
JAN 25
JUL 25
DEC 25
JUL 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 17 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
Live, small flying insects in the front area. Observed 5 small flying insects in the self serve drink station in the front area. Employee stated that the self serve drink station is currently out of order.
High priority/35A-02-6/Warning
Badges — 2 earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Inspection history

11 visits, newest first

Jul 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed a black mold like substance in the spout of the frozen drink dispenser and soda dispenser. Manger told employee to clean spouts. Employee cleaned spouts.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrected On-Site
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in the males restroom. Manager had employee restock paper towels.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Observed old food build up on the clean dishes on the drying rack. Discussed replacing them with manager.
Basic/16-48-4
Dec 15, 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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Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Observed a green grease receptacle not being stored on a nonabsorbent surface.
Basic/33-23-4
Jul 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 31, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 30, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ceiling tile missing. Observed a missing ceiling tile next to the self serve drink station. Employee stated the drink station is out of service at the moment. Manager stated that someone will be out to look at the ceiling tomorrow.
Basic/36-36-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 25, 2024 · Observed a missing ceiling tile next to the self serve drink station. Time Extended/Return visit Sep 30, 2024 · Observed a missing ceiling tile next to the self serve drink station. Time Extended
Sep 25, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects in the front area. Observed 5 small flying insects in the self serve drink station in the front area. Employee stated that the self serve drink station is currently out of order.
High priority/35A-02-6/Warning/Return visit Sep 25, 2024 · Observed 7 small flying insects in the self serve drink station in the front area. Manager had an employee eradicate, clean and sanitize the area. Time Extended Corrective Action Taken
Ceiling tile missing. Observed a missing ceiling tile next to the self serve drink station. Employee stated the drink station is out of service at the moment. Manager stated that someone will be out to look at the ceiling tomorrow.
Basic/36-36-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 25, 2024 · Observed a missing ceiling tile next to the self serve drink station. Time Extended
Sep 24, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects in the front area. Observed 5 small flying insects in the self serve drink station in the front area. Employee stated that the self serve drink station is currently out of order.
High priority/35A-02-6/Warning
Ceiling tile missing. Observed a missing ceiling tile next to the self serve drink station. Employee stated the drink station is out of service at the moment. Manager stated that someone will be out to look at the ceiling tomorrow.
Basic/36-36-4/Warning
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee cell phone on an open box of flour tortillas. Observed an employee meal in the reach in cooler on the cook line. Employee removed both items.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle to scoop dry twists/noodle touching the product. Manager removed the scoop from the bin.
Basic/10-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. No choking poster observed. Emailed manager a copy of the poster, they were able to print it out and post it on the wall.
Basic/51-13-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Mar 6, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up on make table at cook line. Manager states she called in for repair.
Basic/14-69-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning/Return visit Mar 6, 2024 · Observed ice build up on make table. Time Extended
Jan 5, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded.

0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Warning
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed coffee dumped in hand wash sink. Manager had employee clean the sink.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up on make table at cook line. Manager states she called in for repair.
Basic/14-69-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Sep 11, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Manager on duty, A. Anderson, certificate expired 2/16/23. No other manager on site. All CFM observed were expired.
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Warning/Return visit Sep 11, 2023 · Manager unable to provide current Food Manager Certification. Admin Complaint
Jul 5, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.

0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
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. Emailed to Manager, A Anderson
Intermediate/11-27-4/Warning
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Manager on duty, A. Anderson, certificate expired 2/16/23. No other manager on site. All CFM observed were expired.
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Warning
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. Emailed to Manager, A. Anderson
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. observed soiled gaskets in reaching freezer across from fryers.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning

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