TACOS BELLA
1696 HAMMOND BLVD, Jacksonville FL 32221 · 904.480.8637
Last inspected Mar 19, 2026 · 10 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed; 1 live roach in gasket of large reach in cooler by truck entrance. 4 live roaches in top left corner in back on underside of main shelving unit by window. 1 live roach in top corner of doorway leading into small dry storage area. 3 live roaches in cabinet under main stove top.
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,000
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2025053144 | May 2, 2025 | May 4, 2026 | $600 |
| 5--2022002236 | Jan 5, 2022 | Feb 18, 2022 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Mar 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed multiple food items with no date markings cooked 5 days prior per person in charge.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food debris build up on reach in cooler gaskets.
Jan 17, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 16, 2026■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed; 1 live roach in gasket of large reach in cooler by truck entrance. 4 live roaches in top left corner in back on underside of main shelving unit by window. 1 live roach in top corner of doorway leading into small dry storage area. 3 live roaches in cabinet under main stove top.
Jan 15, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 6 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
4 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw shrimp stored over ready to eat fries in reach in freezer by truck entrance. Person in charge rearranged food items to proper storage levels.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed; 1 live roach in gasket of large reach in cooler by truck entrance. 4 live roaches in top left corner in back on underside of main shelving unit by window. 1 live roach in top corner of doorway leading into small dry storage area. 3 live roaches in cabinet under main stove top.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed multiple food items at temperatures of 49-52F in flip top cooler by expo window. Person in charge stated food items were in reach in cooler all night and not removed for any reason.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed multiple food items at temperatures of 49-52F in flip top cooler by expo window. Person in charge stated food items were in reach in cooler all night and not removed for any reason. Cut tomatoes, shredded cheese, cut lettuce, sour cream (49-52F - Cold Holding)
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed multiple food items prepared on truck cooked 2 days prior with no date marking.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food debris build up on gaskets on all reach in cooler doors.
May 6, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 5, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 3 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed total of 19 live roaches in following areas: 3 live roaches on right side wall above three compartment sink area near stored clean equipments 1 live roach at three compartment sink area 5 live roaches in dry storage sliding door 3 live roaches in dry storage wall in between wall and seam 3 live roaches in seam and wall at left side of three compartment area 4 live roaches in gasket inside reach in cooler with stored food
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked tamales and cooked beef tripe (46-49F - Cooling), stored in reach in cooler from over night as per employee with no additional preparation today. Stop sale issued.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach on top of shelf at three compartment sink area
May 2, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 18 violations recorded, 7 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
7 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Cooked tamales and cooked beef tripe (46-49F - Cooling), stored in reach in cooler from over night as per employee with no additional preparation today. Stop sale issued.
Live, small flying insects found Observed total of 7 live flying insects in following areas: 4 live flying insects near front service window by floor area 3 live flying insects in dry storage area
Raw sewage on ground of establishment. Observed liquid waste gray water overflowing from under food trailer on to ground resulting in large collection of waste water on ground under food truck. Operator is using sinks at this time and waste tanks appeared to be full and overflowing and causing this to happen. Person in charge unaware of location of commissary where they dump waste water.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed total of 19 live roaches in following areas: 3 live roaches on right side wall above three compartment sink area near stored clean equipments 1 live roach at three compartment sink area 5 live roaches in dry storage sliding door 3 live roaches in dry storage wall in between wall and seam 3 live roaches in seam and wall at left side of three compartment area 4 live roaches in gasket inside reach in cooler with stored food
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Several black roach excrement on dry storage wall in between wall and seam
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked tamales and cooked beef tripe (46-49F - Cooling), stored in reach in cooler from over night as per employee with no additional preparation today. Stop sale issued.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cheese cake and tres leche 48F - Cold Holding), stored in small glass reach in cooler on counter top, operator in and out of unit due to stored bottled drinks inside. Operator going to place in other cooler shredded cheese (49-50F - Cold Holding), stored in single upright door reach in cooler, operator had door open and in and out of unit and trailer back door open near this unit. Operator closed door of cooler and back door
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washing hands in three compartment sink
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Make table cutting board stained
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Some employees training certifications missing information
Self-Sufficient mobile food dispensing vehicle not reporting to commissary as required. Observed liquid waste gray water overflowing from under food trailer on to ground resulting in large collection of waste water on ground under food truck. Operator is using sinks at this time and waste tanks appeared to be full and overflowing and causing this to happen. Person in charge unaware of location of commissary where they dump waste water.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach on top of shelf at three compartment sink area
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in coolers gasket are in disrepair
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled with heavy food and grease build up
Food stored on floor. Jug oil stored on floor
Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle. Operator don't have 2025 decal displayed
Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Both service window and back door left open when not serving customers
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Observed approximately 7 live flying insect and 19 live roaches in food trailer and both service window and back door left open when not serving customers
Jan 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Mobile food dispensing vehicle disposing of wastewater at an unapproved location. Per employee establishment dumps sink water in grass behind dumpster of nearby liquor store and operator dumps waste water at private residence. Nearby liquor store does not have a mop sink or approved wastewater disposal location.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw beef items stored over ready to eat taquitos in reach in freezer by vehicle door. All food items not in commercial packaging.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked corn and refried beans with temperatures of 110-117F in steam table near service window. Person in charge stated food items were placed into steam table at time of open, which was 2 hours prior. Person in charge moved food items to flat top grill to reheat to 165F minimum temperature. Cooked corn, refried beans (110-117F)
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed house made cheese sauce using cream with no date marking. Person in charge stated cheese sauce was made two days prior.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling throughout vehicle.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage stored on prep table next to single service items near service window. Employee removed beverage.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled hood filters above cook station.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels stuck to clean containers stored on drying rack above three compartment sink.
Jun 4, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed one flying insect in kitchen of truck.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sitting on counter, raw ground beef (58F - Cold Holding). Operator stated meat was out of refrigeration for less than 20 mins, lunch rush came and didn't realize it was still out. Operator placed beef back in reach in cooler.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash station by triple sink had sanitizer bucket in sink. Operator removed bucket from sink.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Operator using to go cup with no handle to scooper ice for customer drink. Operator stated they will buy an ice scooper.
Floor, walls and or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under standing reach in cooler and reach in freezer has build up. Ceiling above flat top stove has grease build up.
Food stored on floor. In storage closet, bag of raw onions on ground. Operator removed from ground.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave has build up of old food.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Two cases of to go containers on floor of truck. Operator removed from ground.
Sep 26, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. It n top section of flip top reach-in cooler, sour cream (57F - Cold Holding); cheese (57F - Cold Holding). Lid open for lunch business.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee placed plastic bucket in handwash sink. Bucket moved to triple sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. In stand up reach-in cooler, pork prepared 3 days prior not dated.
Bulk milk dispenser with dispensing tube longer than one inch protruding from the chilled dispensing head. In closet storage, sleeve of styrofoam cups on floor.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. On the shelf over the three compartment sink, clean metal and plastic containers stacked while wet.
Food stored on floor. At fry station, open case of oil on floor.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of the microwave has old food debris stuck to the microwave plate and walls.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelf at fry station has build up of grease. Sides of fryers have build up.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall behind fryers has build up of grease.
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