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Taco Bell

A

8645 N 7th St, Phoenix 85020

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-09804

Score based on 7 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works

99
Excellent

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Oct 24, 2023 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Apr 8, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Sep 25, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Jan 27, 2025 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)May 8, 2025 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Jan 6, 2026 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Jun 18, 2026 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)100
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history7 on record

2026

Jun 18, 2026RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Of Note: Discussed active pest control requirements with PIC. Observed leak from Atmospheric vacuum breaker (AVB) at the mop sink. Prior to next routine inspection, have backflow device serviced by a plumber or backflow specialist to ensure backflow device is in good repair.

Jan 6, 2026Routine1 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Inspector's notes

Observed a leaking faucet at the mop sink and there was a leak underneath the Evap unit inside the walk-in freezer. Please repair both prior to next routine inspection.

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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained Predefined Comment: Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection.

2025

May 8, 2025Routine2 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed establishment procedures regarding: Ceiling tiles

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Repeat Violation Observed wastewater hoses at soda dispenser sitting below flood rim. All plumbing should sit 1 inch above the flood rim for back flow prevention. Person in charge to place a work order. SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION 5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained Predefined Comment: All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times.

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.11

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Repeat Violation Leak in walk-in freezer with water being caught with baking sheets on top shelf. All equipment must be in good repair. Person in charge to place a work order and have completed by next routine inspection. FIFTH CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION 6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Predefined Comment: Physical facility must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection.

Jan 27, 2025Routine2 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Observed waste water hoses at soda dispenser and water tank drains sitting below flood rim. All plumbing should sit 1 inch above the flood rim for back flow prevention. Person in charge to place a work order. 5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained Predefined Comment: All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times.

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.11

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Repeat Violation Leak in walk-in freezer with water being caught with baking sheets on top shelf. All equipment must be in good repair. Person in charge to place a work order and have completed by next routine inspection. FOURTH CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION 6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Predefined Comment: Physical facility must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection.

2024

Sep 25, 2024Routine1 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.11

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Leak in walk-in freezer with water being caught with baking sheets on top shelf. All equipment must be in good repair. Person in charge to place a work order and have completed by next routine inspection. THIRD CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION 6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods

Apr 8, 2024Routine1 coreA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority and 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Discussed establishment procedures regarding: paper towelsNo County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report emailed.On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal. If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may: • Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or • Contact the Department using the email addresses below, o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food) o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants) o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets) o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review) If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below website.https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181Award: A,Signer: Ashley Valles

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-201.13

Repeat Violation Core-6-201.13, C: Floor and Wall Junctures, Coved, and Enclosed or Sealed Metal plating in walk-in refrigerator rusted and separating from wall at freezer door. All floor and wall junctures must be coved, and enclosed or sealed. Person in charge to place a work order for replacement. SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION Core-6-501.11, C: Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Leak in walk-in freezer with water being caught with baking sheets on top shelf. All equipment must be in good repair. Person in charge to place a work order and have completed by next routine inspection. SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd

2023

Oct 24, 2023Routine1 coreA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority and 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Discussed establishment procedures regarding: Soap dispenserNo County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report emailed.On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal. If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may: • Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or • Contact the Department using the email addresses below, o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food) o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants) o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets) o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review) If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below website.https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181Award: A,Signer: Ben Shoomaker

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-201.13

Core-6-201.13, C: Floor and Wall Junctures, Coved, and Enclosed or Sealed Metal plating in walk-in refrigerator rusted and separating from wall at freezer door. All floor and wall junctures must be coved, and enclosed or sealed. Person in charge to place a work order for replacement. Core-6-501.11, C: Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Leak in walk-in freezer with water being caught with baking sheets on top shelf. All equipment must be in good repair. Person in charge to place a work order and have completed by next routine inspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Jul 20, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →