Taco Bell #24556

3510 Clark Rd, Sarasota, FL 34231

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Apr 23, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Across the available record, Taco Bell #24556 has five inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 23, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around six violations lately compared to roughly two violations before.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled”, showing up two times.

By comparison, the average Sarasota facility scores 81, putting Taco Bell #24556 on the weaker side. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 23, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed splitter added to hose Bibb with the vacuum breaker connected to the hose Bibb and not the splitter.

29-34-4

Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Observed no proof of employees health reporting health reporting agreements. E-mailed copy of to manager who printed copies and had all employees read and sign the health agreements. **Corrected On-Site**

11-26-1

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents in back food storage area with excess soil and dust.

36-34-5

Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed floor beneath and next to fryer with excess soil, grease and food debris.

36-01-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a case of Taco Bell sauces stored on the floor in dry storage area. Operator moved sauce off the floor. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the underside of soda dispenser with black mold like substance. Operator was in the process of cleaning the area. **Corrective Action Taken**

23-03-4

Sep 24, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a trash can obstructing access to the handwashing sink behind the front counter. The operator moved the trash can. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed the scoop handle used for cheese not stored above the food. The operator properly stored the scoop handle. **Corrected On-Site**

10-06-5

Oct 4, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.

29-42-4

Basic - Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Observed a screwdriver stored on top of pepper packets near the drive-thru. The operator properly store the screwdriver. **Corrected On-Site**

42-03-5

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris underneath equipment in the kitchen.

36-73-4

Jul 28, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no vacuum breaker on the splitter at the mop sink.

29-42-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the handwashing sink near the office. The operator provided paper towels at the handwashing sink. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed the ceiling vent in front of the walk in cooler soiled with dust.

36-34-5

Basic - In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Observed in-use scoop for uncooked pasta stored on top of a soiled container lid. The operator removed the scoop for cleaning. **Corrective Action Taken**

10-02-4

Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed the dumpster lid is blocked by the wall and unable to close. **Repeat Violation**

33-16-4

Oct 24, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration

FL-33

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Bell #24556 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taco Bell #24556 on file is from Apr 23, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taco Bell #24556?

Across the inspection record, “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taco Bell #24556.

How does Taco Bell #24556 compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?

Taco Bell #24556 most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Sarasota average of 81.

Has Taco Bell #24556's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Taco Bell #24556 have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Taco Bell #24556 means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Taco Bell #24556 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Taco Bell #24556 is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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