Taco Bell

74 Summer St, Boston, MA 02110
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Jan 7, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2022, Taco Bell has 10 inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 7, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near zero violations each time.

When inspectors have written things up, “cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

Restaurants in Boston average 86, so Taco Bell is doing better than most peers. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

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Inspections
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Inspection History
Jan 7, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 23, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker observed expired 09/26/2025. Schedule cleaning appointment
590.006/6-501.14-C
95
Apr 8, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Feb 18, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Dec 31, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker observed expired. Schedule cleaning appointment.
590.006/6-501.14-C
95
May 16, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jan 23, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker observed expired. Schedule cleaning appointment.
590.004/4-202.18-C
95
Mar 9, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker at the fry station observed expired on 1.21.22.Provide proper hood service from a licensed compny.Post new sticker. PIC instructed to call for appt and forward appt confirmation to the Health department
590.006/6-501.14-C
95
Oct 21, 2022
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: In the walk in cooler keep all supplies 6 inches off the floor. Clean hood above hot line in the kitchen. Remove grease buildup.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Repair slow draining hand sink at the service line.
590.006/6-501.11-C
90
May 24, 2022
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: In the basement clean shelving along the wall. Remove buildup of soils.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: clean floor area of the walk in cooler. Remove debris on floor. Clean floor area in front of the post mix soda station in the basement. Remove built up syrup spills.
590.006/6-201.11-C
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Bell last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taco Bell on file is from Jan 7, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taco Bell?

Across the inspection record, “cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Taco Bell.

How does Taco Bell compare to other restaurants in Boston?

Taco Bell most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Boston average of 86.

Has Taco Bell's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taco Bell have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Taco Bell means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Taco Bell inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Taco Bell is inspected around three times per year on average.