Taco Bell

2881 S Market St, Gilbert 85295

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-81060

Score based on 6 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 24, 2026.

Excellent

Gilbert restaurant avg: 95

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

Inspection history6 on record

2026

May 28, 2026Routine1 foundation1 coreB

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

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Certified Food Protection Manager not at establishment during the inspection. Maricopa County requires all establishments that serve open food, which requires time/temperature control for food safety, to have at least one certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on staff. The Person in Charge shall be a CFPM and is required to be onsite during the hours of operation. This certificate must be visible or readily accessible. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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2-102.12(A) - Core: Certified Food Protection Manager. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these resources on our website. https://www.maricopa.gov/5114/Food-Restaurants

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation6-301.12

Inspector's notes

Observed no paper towels in the men's restroom. Notified person in charge and they restocked at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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6-301.12 - Priority Foundation: Hand Drying Provision. 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. Predefined Comment: Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. ===2ND CONSECUTIVE

2025

Oct 20, 2025Routine1 foundation1 coreB

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed replacing the valve inside of the atmospheric vacuum breaker (AVB) at the mop sink faucet and the dome grate in the floor sink under the bib rack. Emailed the cleaning procedures for vomit/fecal accidents.

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation6-301.12

Inspector's notes

Observed no paper towels available at the handwashing sink at the end of the make-line. PIC provided paper towels. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. Handwashing sinks must always be accessible and stocked with hot water, soap and paper towels. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.12

Inspector's notes

Observed an accumulation of soil and debris under the equipment in the drive-thru/beverage area and on the floors/walls in the 3-compartment sink area. PHYSICAL FACILITIES shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean to prevent pest activity and pathogen growth. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

Mar 12, 2025RoutinecleanA

No violations noted at time of inspection. Emailed the cleaning procedures for vomit/fecal accidents and the Big 6 handout.No County legal action will result from this inspection.

2024

Sep 9, 2024RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.The cold make-line was not operating during the inspection. A repair technician observed to be actively repairing the unit. Employees have been following the time as a control policy and ensuring that the correct times are marked for TCS foods, which are discarded 4 hours after taken out of temperature control. Emailed the cleaning procedures for vomit/fecal accidents.

Mar 22, 2024Routine1 coreA°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report emailed and received2nd Consecutive for #45On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. Weneed 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 atthe below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181Award: Not Participating,Embargo Lbs: 0,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Amy T.

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-402.11

Repeat Violation Core-4-402.11, C: Fixed Equipment, Spacing or Sealing >>> Observed caulk in disrepair and a gap between the bottom of the lobby fountain machine and the counter. Discussed re-caulking the gap. Equipment that is stationary (not easily moved) and subject to moisture must be sealed and maintained to prevent the harborage of insects and rodents. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd

2023

Oct 6, 2023Routine1 coreA°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority and 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Emailed the Big 6 and cleaning procedures for vomit/fecal accidents. Discussed the closed side of the make-line.No County legal action will result from this inspection.The inspection report was emailed and confirmed during the inspection.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: Not Participating,Signer: Lauren Colon

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-402.11

Core-4-402.11, C: Fixed Equipment, Spacing or Sealing >>> Observed caulk in disrepair and a gap between the bottom of the lobby fountain machine and the counter. Discussed re-caulking the gap. Equipment that is stationary (not easily moved) and subject to moisture must be sealed and maintained to prevent the harborage of insects and rodents. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 24, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →