Taco Bell #129

465 Havendale Blvd, Auburndale, FL 33823

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Feb 25, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Taco Bell #129 eight times, with records going back to 2022. On Feb 25, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around two violations lately and about four violations before that.

Across the inspection history, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with food debris, and dirt” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.

Restaurants in Auburndale average 88, so Taco Bell #129 is doing better than most peers. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 25, 2026

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with food debris, and dirt. Observed between equipment.

23-03-4

Sep 30, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Observed ice hanging from fan enclosure.

14-69-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed in men's bathroom.

31B-04-4

Apr 7, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triplet Sink (Quaternary 100ppm); Triple Sink (Quaternary 300ppm), manager replaced sanitation bag. **Corrected On-Site**

22-43-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed near water heater.

36-73-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed on table rear behind soft drink station near drive up window.

23-03-4

Nov 14, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 5 minor violations.

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Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration

FL-33

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Jan 25, 2024

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Observed on wall.

14-69-4

Basic - Water leaking from faucet. Observed at hand sink.

29-11-4

Sep 19, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - 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 manager with form. **Corrected On-Site**

11-27-4

Intermediate - Lack of toilet tissue at each toilet. Observed in men's bathroom, employee replenished toilet paper. **Corrected On-Site**

32-11-5

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**

36-73-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed debris on counter behind soft drink machine next to pick up window.

23-03-4

Feb 1, 2023

Complaint Full

5 minor violations.

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Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed in fryer station.

36-73-4

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Observed on floor.

14-69-4

Basic - Open dumpster lid.

33-16-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed above 3-compartment sink.

36-34-5

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed behind equipment in kitchen.

36-27-5

Aug 2, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 5 minor violations.

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Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed in mens bathroom. Employee replenished soap. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-03-4

Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed broken tiles as cove molding near food preparation sink.

36-03-4

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed food debris on floor in walk in freezer.

36-73-4

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Observed on floor and shelf. **Repeat Violation**

14-69-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed debris on equipment surfaces, on table for soft drink station, on hot hold cabinet on cookline.

23-03-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Bell #129 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taco Bell #129 on file is from Feb 25, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taco Bell #129?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with food debris, and dirt” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Taco Bell #129.

How does Taco Bell #129 compare to other restaurants in Auburndale?

Taco Bell #129 most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Auburndale average of 88.

Has Taco Bell #129's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Taco Bell #129 have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Taco Bell #129 means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Taco Bell #129 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Taco Bell #129 is inspected around two times per year on average.

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