Taco Bell # 157

5090 Dave Robbins Way, Lakeland, FL 33812

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Jan 22, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Taco Bell # 157 has been inspected eight times since 2022. Taco Bell # 157 was last inspected on Jan 22, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

Looking across the full record, “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.

Compared to the broader Lakeland restaurant scene, this is about average. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 22, 2026

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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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 a copy to the email provided. **Corrective Action Taken**

11-27-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.Pans on the shelf in the dishwasher area.

24-08-4

Jul 10, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee rinsed a large mixing bowl at the hand washing sink near the 2nd booth drive thru.

31A-11-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pans on the shelf next to the 3 compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**

24-08-4

Jan 24, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pans on the shelf next to the 3 compartment sink.

24-08-4

Jul 26, 2024

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

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Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Nov 15, 2023

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pans on the shelf in the dishwasher area.

24-08-4

Aug 28, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Apr 6, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled soda nozzles at self serve soda station

22-02-4

11-27-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On make line

14-09-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of ice chute and soda nozzles soiled at self serve and drive thru soda station

23-03-4

Aug 16, 2022

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gaskets in reach in freezer.

14-11-5

Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed debris, standing water and black substance on floor underneath soda and frozen drink machine at drive thru area

36-01-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed mold like substance on gasket around frozen drink dispensers by drive thru

23-03-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Bell # 157 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taco Bell # 157 on file is from Jan 22, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taco Bell # 157?

Across the inspection record, “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Taco Bell # 157.

How does Taco Bell # 157 compare to other restaurants in Lakeland?

Taco Bell # 157 most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Lakeland average of 85.

Has Taco Bell # 157's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taco Bell # 157 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 # 157 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 # 157 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Taco Bell # 157 is inspected around two times per year on average.

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