Del Taco
A7665 W Lower Buckeye Rd, Phoenix 85043
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-11817
Score based on 7 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works
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Inspection history7 on record
2026
Jun 30, 2026RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed operation of a handwashing sink. No violations noted at time of inspection.
Feb 2, 2026Routine1 priority3 coreB
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed organic material on blades of fruit slicer in dry storage area. Reviewed dishwashing protocols with person in charge and suggested a wiry brush for hard to clean spaces like the blade. PIC relocated all food-contact surfaces to warewashing area to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized at the time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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4-602.11 (E) - Core: Equipment Food - Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency; Non-TCS. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4574/AMC-Toolbox---Food-Contact-Surfaces.
Inspector's notes
Observed cold holding unit next to fryers displaying temperatures of 52°F to 55°F. Cold holding unit contained sauce bottles, sliced tomatoes, thawing meat, cheese, and lettuce. Discussed with person in charge importance of routinely checking all units for appropriate temperatures. PIC stated they would put a work order in immediately to repair cold holding unit. All TCS foods were within time limits and were relocated to alternative functioning refrigeration to rapidly cool to 41°F at time of inspection. TCS foods are to remain in alternative cooling unit until future repair. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Cold Holding. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you.https://www.maricopa.gov/4576/AMC-Toolbox---Cold-Holding.
Inspector's notes
Observed gap at bottom of back exit door. Discussed repairing rubber seal at bottom of door with person in charge to prevent entrances for pests. This is the SECOND consecutive violation. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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Repeat Violation 6-202.15 - Core: Outer Openings, Protected
Inspector's notes
Observed missing cove base tile along mop sink wall and cracked tile in basin of mop sink. Discussed repairing tiles. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. This is the SECOND consecutive violation. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection 6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Addl Notes: Observed handwash sink in middle of establishment pooling water. Observed sink draining extremely slowly. Discussed having maintenance repair sink drainage with person in charge. Physical facility must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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Repeat Violation 6-201.13 - Core: Floor and Wall Junctures, Coved, and Enclosed or Sealed
2025
Aug 13, 2025Routine4 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed organic matter on deflector of ice machine. Discussed cleaning procedures and increasing cleaning frequency. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-602.11 (E) - Core: Equipment Food - Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency; Non-TCS. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4574/AMC-Toolbox---Food-Contact-Surfaces.
Inspector's notes
Observed gap at bottom of back exit door. Discussed installing weather stripping or a door sweep to ensure gap is sealed. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-202.15 - Core: Outer Openings, Protected
Inspector's notes
Observed bottom door on hot holding unit unable to stay closed. Discussed repairing/replacing unit with manager. All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair all equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment
Inspector's notes
Observed missing cove base tile along mop sink wall and cracked tile in basin of mop sink. Discussed repairing tiles. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-201.13 - Core: Floor and Wall Junctures, Coved, and Enclosed or Sealed
Apr 16, 2025Routine2 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed door on hot holding unit unable to stay closed, staff are currently using a plastic loop to keep door closed. Discussed repairing/replacing unit with manager. All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair all equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment
Inspector's notes
Observed low grout lines filled with food debris in front of ice machine. Discussed having grout lines refinished so grout lines are flush with the tile with manager. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-201.11 - Core: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability
2024
Sep 18, 2024RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed cleaning schedule.
Jan 29, 2024Routine3 coreA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection rights signed by Alexander S.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 websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: A,Signer: Alexander Sun
Core-4-601.11, C: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils Observed splatter and debris on shelf above three compartment sink. Discussed routinely cleaning and maintaining clean. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Repeat Violation Core-6-201.11, C: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability Observed cracked/missing cove base tile near mop sink, under freezer door in walk in cooler and in women's restroom. Repair/replace tile. Also observed low grout lines in front of mop sink. Discussed refinishing grout to ensure lines are flush with tile. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 3rd
Core-4-602.11 (E), C: Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency; Non-TCS. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4574/AMC-Toolbox---Food-Contact-Surfaces. Observed black organic matter on ice dispenser of self-serve soda fountain. Discussed ensuring soda fountain is cleaned regularly to prevent growth. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
2023
Nov 20, 2023Routine2 coreA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection rights signed by Daisy A.Report emailed.Discussed potential plan for future remodel. Provided plan review information to verify if permit is needed.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 websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: A,Signer: Daisy Aguilar
Core-4-602.11 (E), C: Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency; Non-TCS. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4574/AMC-Toolbox---Food-Contact-Surfaces. Observed organic matter on deflector of ice machine. Discussed routinely cleaning ice machine at a frequency to prevent build-up. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Repeat Violation Core-6-201.11, C: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability Observed cracked/missing cove base tile near mop sink, under freezer door in walk in cooler and in women's restroom. Repair/replace tile. Also observed low grout lines in front of mop sink. Discussed refinishing grout to ensure lines are flush with tile. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd
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