TACO BELL
1860 STATE RD 44, New Smyrna Beach FL 32168 · 386 409 3478
Last inspected Jul 20, 2026 · 7 visits since October 2023
5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sour cream 54F, shredded cheese 44F and 45F, lettuce 42-47F, pico 51F, guacamole with tomatoes 47F. @ 10:25. Manager realized unit was off approximately 1 hour after being stocked and was then turned on. Temperatures down several degrees when rechecked.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Right soda nozzle at the drive thru
Sanitizing solution for wiping cloths not free of food debris and visible soil.
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Light buildup interior cooler near drive thru Light buildup /staining visible in soda and iced tea nozzles, drive thru and dining room
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sour cream 54F, shredded cheese 44F and 45F, lettuce 42-47F, pico 51F, guacamole with tomatoes 47F. @ 10:25. Manager realized unit was off approximately 1 hour after being stocked and was then turned on. Temperatures down several degrees when rechecked.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Hanging on air dry rack
Warewashing and wiping cloths sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Greater than 400 ppm quat. Manager stated service is scheduled. Advised to dilute to recommended specifications until adjusted.
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/ Courtney
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Drain in customer soda area Outside area of ice chute in dining room corrected on site Walk in cooler door around gaskets Reach in freezer door around gaskets
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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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/ Courtney
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor drain under prep sink and under 3 compartment sink
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Walk in cooler
Warming cabinet gaskets and surrounding area soiled with black substance
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - gasket soiled on reach in freezer..
Stored food not covered. - observed small pan of oil with ladle on counter. Manager states used as added ingredient when cooking rice. Manager wrapped.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - reach in freezer gaskets next to fryer - corrected on site - light brown buildup on soda nozzle crevices, dining room
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic containers
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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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/ Alex, available certificate expired 10/3/23
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda/black buildup, small crevices of soda nozzles in dining room
Grease on clean dishware/utensils. 1/3 pan cambros greasy to the touch. Manager returned containers to three compartment sink to wash again
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Upright reach in freezer next to fryers
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Men's restroom
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.