Taco Bell Cantina

17 S Ft Lauderdale Beach Blv R216, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Mar 26, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Taco Bell Cantina has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent visit was on Mar 26, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “time/temperature control for safety food cold held”, showing up two times.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Fort Lauderdale restaurants. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Minor latest

Inspection History

Mar 26, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

Nov 18, 2025

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Mar 6, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

View 2 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Oct 15, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at flip top cooler - diced tomatoes (46F - Cold Holding); pico de gallo (47F - Cold Holding) as per operator, items held out of temperature for approximately 3 hours. Operator placed bags of ice on top for quick chill. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at steam table - Ground beef (124F - Hot Holding); cooked potatoes (127F - Hot Holding) as per operator - items held out of temperature approximately 3 hours. Operator turned up equipment. **Corrective Action Taken**

03B-01-6

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at handwashing station next to beer cooler. Operator provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at handwashing station at front. Operator provided soap **Corrected On-Site**

31B-03-4

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed purse stored on top of steam table (not in use) in kitchen. Operator stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**

40-06-5

Apr 18, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed at paper towel dispenser next to triple sink in kitchen.

31B-05-4

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tile above soda fountain in kitchen.

36-36-4

Feb 5, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touch cell phone and then proceeded to prepare food without washing hands.

12A-13-4

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed sauce thawing at room temperature. Manager put in cooler for approved method. **Corrected On-Site**

06-01-5

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service cups stored on floor, manager rearranged for proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**

25-05-4

Jun 16, 2023

Routine - Food

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

View 6 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Feb 10, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In COLD RAIL - shredded cheese (50F - Cold Holding); shredded lettuce (49F - Cold Holding); diced tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding). Open spaces in holding unit allowing cold air to escape. Unit operating ambient at 31F). Per employee items in unit since 11:00am. Items replaced with new from walk in cooler and open spaces closed off. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

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. Bulletin provided to manager to be posted. **Corrective Action Taken**

11-27-4

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Manager contacted regional to send current display.

50-09-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Bell Cantina last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taco Bell Cantina on file is from Mar 26, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taco Bell Cantina?

Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taco Bell Cantina.

How does Taco Bell Cantina compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?

Taco Bell Cantina most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.

Has Taco Bell Cantina's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taco Bell Cantina have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Taco Bell Cantina 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 Cantina inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Taco Bell Cantina is inspected around three times per year on average.

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