Taco Bell

2465 E Baseline Rd, Phoenix 85042

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-53973

Score based on 7 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 17, 2026.

Excellent

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history7 on record

2026

Aug 13, 2026RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed and discussed: stocking procedures at restroom hand sinks. Reminder: not possible to clean duct tape inside main walk in unit. Recommend: professional defrost of main walk in freezer. Of note: Time to fries is broken. Establishment using notepad to keep track of time.

Feb 18, 2026RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed and discussed: handwashing procedures. Timers for Fries. Recommend: adding hot water line booster to hand sink closest to office. Professionally test RPZ's backflows below soda fountain by licensed plumber. Remove duct take from inside walk in units.Of note: Establishment has work order to repair leak below soda fountain unit.

2025

Aug 19, 2025Routine1 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteB

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

#5 — Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal EventsPriority foundation2-501.11

Inspector's notes

The PIC did not know or have access to a policy on how to clean up vomiting or a fecal accident. Provided the PIC with clean up of accident handout. Written procedures for clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events is required onsite at all times. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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2-501.11 - Priority Foundation: Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events. 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/4125/Food-SafetyOperator-Resources.

#8 — Hands Clean and Properly WashedPriority2-301.14

Inspector's notes

Employee working at the make line area went to the front counter to speak to a guest and put both gloved hands on the counter, then went to handle food items at the make line without changing gloves and washing hands. Same employee touched pants, then put on a glove and went to handle food items at the fryer without washing hands. The employee was asked to wash hands and did so. Ensure that employees wash hands after engaging in activities that may contaminate hands. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-2-301.14 - Priority: When to Wash. 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/4573/AMC-Toolbox: Handwashing.

Mar 6, 2025Routine1 foundation1 coreB

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

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation6-301.11

Inspector's notes

No soap provided at the front hand wash sink. PIC provided soap. Ensure that public/employee handwashing facilities are provided with a suitable hand cleanser. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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6-301.11 - Priority Foundation: Handwashing Cleanser, Availability. 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/4573/AMC-Toolbox: Handwashing.

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

Inspector's notes

There are multiple broken and loose tiles outside of the office. The grout is missing in multiple areas around the broken tiles. Ensure that floor is repaired properly to a smooth and easily cleanable surface. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods

2024

Sep 25, 2024RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

Jan 3, 2024RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection. The inspection report was 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-181.Award: A,Signer: Karissa Ennis

2023

Aug 15, 2023Routine1 coreA

This establishment received a(n)A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Discussed with the PIC about ensuring that soap is available at all hand wash sinks.Emailed the inspection report.No County legal action will result from this inspection.The Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees in the coming months. 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)Note: 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 or call 602-506-6824.Award: A,Signer: Kristina Richards

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-501.11

Core-4-501.11, C: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment----Excess ice buildup in the reach in freezer under the fan area and along the door. PIC stated that the unit would be scheduled for maintenance/repair. Ensure that the equipment is maintained in good repair. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 17, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →