Taco Bell # 143

2325 Us Hwy 92 W, Auburndale, FL 33823

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Mar 17, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Taco Bell # 143 has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Taco Bell # 143 was last inspected on Mar 17, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

The pattern that stands out is “nonfood-contact surface soiled food debris, and dust”, which has been cited five times.

Taco Bell # 143's latest score of 82 falls below the Auburndale average of 88. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 17, 2026

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 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. Emailed written procedures to manager.. **Corrective Action Taken**

11-27-4

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

14-69-4

Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. I'm served in shredded cheese, manager removed handle from shredded cheese.. **Corrected On-Site**

10-06-5

Aug 1, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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

14-69-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled food debris, and dust. Observed behind soft drink machine next to drive up window.

23-03-4

Mar 13, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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

14-69-4

Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed in cheese, manager removed handle from food. **Corrected On-Site**

10-06-5

Nov 15, 2024

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration

FL-33

Feb 15, 2024

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at exit door in kitchen.

35B-01-4

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed near hand sink next to drive up window.

36-22-4

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

23-03-4

Oct 10, 2023

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed 2 boxes of fryer shortening on floor next to heat cabinet. Manager removed shortening from floor.

08B-38-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed debris on counter holding soft drink station by pick up window.

23-03-4

Apr 3, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

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. Emailed operator form operator printed form. **Corrected On-Site**

11-27-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed behind freeze drink machine.

36-73-4

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

23-03-4

Jul 19, 2022

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Observed on bottom portion of door and on floor.

14-69-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed debris on counter in kitchen behind soft drink machine.

23-03-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Bell # 143 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taco Bell # 143 on file is from Mar 17, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taco Bell # 143?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled food debris, and dust” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Taco Bell # 143.

How does Taco Bell # 143 compare to other restaurants in Auburndale?

Taco Bell # 143 most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Auburndale average of 88.

Has Taco Bell # 143's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taco Bell # 143 have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Taco Bell # 143 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 # 143 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Taco Bell # 143 is inspected around two times per year on average.

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