PlateScore

Taco Bell

A

10810 N Cotton Ln, Surprise 85388

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-23-04791

Score based on 5 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works

100
Excellent

Surprise restaurant avg: 98

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Score over time

100060202420252026May 7, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Oct 10, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)May 13, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Sep 30, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jun 5, 2026 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)99
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history10 on record

2026

Jun 5, 2026Routine1 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed establisment procedures regarding: foodborne illness policy

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

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Observed mineral build up causing a leak of a fine spray at separate connection hose for chemical dispensers. Spray extending outside of mop sink causing water to pool. Person in charge to place a work order. 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.

2025

Sep 30, 2025RoutinecleanA

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

May 13, 2025RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

2024

Oct 10, 2024RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.**Discussed air drying**

May 7, 2024Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA

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.Report emailed.Award: A,Signer: Cassandra M.

#39 — Contamination Prevented during Food Preparation, Storage and DisplayCore3-305.11

Core-3-305.11, C: Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises ---- Boxes of food on the ground in walk-in cooler and freezer. Advised person in charge (PIC) that food shall be stored a minimum of 6 inches above floor to prevent contamination from premises. PIC moved the boxes 6 inches above floor. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

2023

Dec 26, 2023Reviewnot scoredclean

Final construction inspection. Construction is complete and approved.Store will be on temporary power for the first couple of weeks and then switch over to the power grid.Superintendent will follow up on:1). The drive through drains and make sure that the drains line up with the drain grate opening.2). The hose on the chemical dispenser will be extended so that it can be connected to the water line in place.3). Water lines and electric under the three compartment sink will be zip-tied up.This establishment/operation has been evaluated and qualifies for the issuance of the permit. To complete the permitting process, meaning issuance of this permit, and begin operation, the applicant must first submit payment of the annual operating permit fee to the Department’s Administrative Services. Note that fees paid up to this inspection approval did not include the annual operating permit fee. PAYMENT with a credit/debit card can be made via phone at 602-506-6824, Option 2. Payment with a credit/debit card can be made on-line via select “Pay a Fee” at esd.maricopa.gov. Please note that if you select payment via online, the annual operating permit fee invoice may take up to 7 business days to post online. Checks and money orders are also accepted via US Mail. If you select payment via US Mail. For further instructions on mail in payments please refer to the printed invoice.Per MCEHC Chapter I, Regs 4 & 5, no person shall conduct an operation or operate an establishment for which a permit is required without holding the necessary and valid permit to do so. No operating permit is valid, until the permit fee is received by the Department. It is also the responsibility of the permit holder/owner to notify MCESD if there are contact/ billing address changes.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-181.Permit issued Eating and Drinking Class III 10+ SeatingE-mailed inspection report.

Dec 21, 2023Reviewnot scoredclean

Third walk through for the Taco Bell with superintendent. The following items were discussed:1). Provide test report for the ASSE 1013 backflow valve upstream of the soda system.2). Finish up the corner on the wall to the side of the fryer under the hood, grout and outlet covers where tile is cut too wide will be finished up.3). Finish out wall penetrations around the chase under the beverage counter and drive through counter so the wall is cleanable, both sides.4). Pod brewer # 17 will need to be in place. Same for icee machine.5). Both ice machines will need to be plumbed in with rigid drain lines, properly brace and lead to the floor sink with air gaps. If you want to manifold that is fine under the dining room counter. Same for ceiling around the hood.6). Metal coved base will be installed throughout the walk-in and at the side of the entrance (exterior). Make sure to also install along the freezer floor in the walk-in.7). In the walk-in around the refrigeration lines. Remove excess foam.8). Remove the magnets from the drive through windows and make sure that the windows close properly by them selves.9). If the floor sink is abandoned under the center island then install a expandable plug and full grate.10). Ceiling tiles over the dining room beverage station will be finished up.11). Please install door sweeps at the dining room doors.12). Soda station in the dining area will be flashed to the walls. Please finish up the back panel and silicone soda station at the counter juncture on the west side.13). Please caulk in the electric panel south wall and around the access panel under the drive through counter.14). Please see if the chemical dispensers can be installed before Tuesday. They will require an internal air gap.15). The prep sink and the three compartment sink have oversplash, make sure both drains line up and when sinks are run no water ends up on the floor.16). Install the missing escutcheon plates for the backflow valve and at the water heater, mount loose ones. At final please make sure all equipment is in, refrigeration equipment will need to hold at proper temperatures (< 42 degrees)Hot and tempered water will need to be available at all fixtures. Drains have to line up with drain grate holes so there is no oversplash.Next inspection will be next week Wednesday.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Printed report

Dec 14, 2023Reviewnot scoredclean

Second walk through for the Taco Bell with superintendent. The following items were discussed:1). Reduced Pressure Zone (RP) backflow valve will be installed at the soda system water connection. Please do not install copper or brass downstream. Install with hub drain and lead to the mop sink or nearest floor sink. Both valves will have hub drains and will be tested before the final inspection.2). After cleaning, corner guards, FRP trims at windows etc. will all be caulked in where standing open.3). Paint for ceiling in restrooms will be cleanable / washable. Semi-gloss is typical.4). Chase will be installed in the wall to bring the dining room soda station drains to the floor sinks in the drive through. See if you can come in high so the floor in the drive through is as accessible as possible for cleaning. Finish out wall penetrations around the chase so the wall is cleanable, both sides.5). Pod brewer # 17 will require a dual check valve that meets plumbing standard ASSE 1022. 6). Hot water dispensers and the cheese melters will also have a dual check valve like under 5 in line.7). RP valve will need to be installed upstream of the RO system if installed. No copper may be installed downstream of the RO system on the water line to the steamers.A filter will not require the valve installation.8). Walk-in will be flashed to the sides and closed off.9). metal coved base will be installed throughout the walk-in and at the side of the entrance (exterior).10). All penetrations through the walk-in walls and ceiling will be filled and finished out smooth. Remove excess foam.11). Back door frame will be sealed at the wall junctures, door will receive weather stripping and door sweep.12). If the floor sink is abandoned under the center island then install a expandable plug and full grate.13). Ceiling tiles over the dining room beverage station will be cleanable.14). Three compartment sink will be moved to one side and siliconed to the all at that side.15). All plumbing fixtures will be caulked or siliconed at the top wall junctures.15). Hoods will be caulked at the back wall junctures with silver caulk.16). Soda station in the dining area will be flashed to the walls.17). Exhaust fans will be operational in the restrooms.At final please make sure all equipment is in, refrigeration equipment will need to hold at proper temperatures (< 42 degrees)Hot and tempered water will need to be available at all fixtures. Drains have to line up with drain grate holes so there is no oversplash.Next inspection will be next week Wednesday.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Printed report

Oct 31, 2023Reviewnot scoredclean

First walk through for the Taco Bell with superintendent. Plumbing is complete and walls are about ready to be closed up. Noted that the hand sink at the drive through has been moved to the head of the wall now visible for the drive through and kitchen.The following items were discussed:1), Reduced Pressure Zone (RP) backflow valve will be installed at the soda system water connection. Please do not install copper or brass downstream.2). A RP valve will be installed upstream of the Rethermalizer.Both valves will have hub drains and will be tested before the final inspection.3). Paint in restrooms will be cleanable / washable. Semi-gloss is typical.4). Chase will be installed in the wall to bring the dining room soda station drains to the floor sinks in the drive through. See if you can come in high so the flor in the drive through is as accessible as possible for cleaning. Finish out wall penetrations around the chase.5). Pod brewer # 17 will require a dual check valve that meets plumbing standard ASSE 1022. 6). RP valve will need to be installed upstream of the RO system. No copper may be installed downstream of the RO system on the water line to the steamers.Next inspection will be when sinks are set and equipment is being installed.No County legal action will result from this inspection.E-mailed report.

Oct 6, 2023Advisorynot scoredclean

*** THIS IS NOT AN INSPECTION REPORT. ***Plans reviewed on May 29th 2023 This email has been automatically sent and provided as a courtesy to notify you that your application and plans have been reviewed in accordance with code. You will receive a notification of “APPROVAL TO CONSTRUCT WITH CONDITIONS” letter via email or mail regarding the specifics of your plan(s). Please allow a few days to receive your letter if you selected mail on your application as a primary means of receiving correspondence. No reply to this email is required. For further instructions please refer to the letter. Thank you. *** THIS IS NOT AN INSPECTION REPORT. ***

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 →