Taco Bell

449 W Broadway, South Boston, MA 02127

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: May 4, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Taco Bell has 10 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent visit was on May 4, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around one violation each.

The pattern that stands out is “food storage containers identified with common name of food”, which has been cited two times.

Taco Bell's latest score of 100 sits above the South Boston average of 87. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

May 4, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Mar 27, 2026

Routine

3 minor violations.

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Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)

Inspector notes: Observed grease spills on floor near fryers. Clean to remove all spills

590.006/6-201.11-C

Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)

Inspector notes: Observed squeeze bottles on service line stored unidentified. Provide a label with the common name of food item stored inside

590.003/3-302.12-C

Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)

Inspector notes: Observed heavy food spills at service line. Discussed with PIC to monitor and ensure frequent cleaning during slow periods of operation.

590.006/6-501.12-C

Jun 23, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)

Inspector notes: Multiple plastic squeeze bottles on the cookline with out labels. Provide on all equipment when the product is removed from its original package.

590.003/3-302.12-C

Jan 10, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Aug 22, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations.

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(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)

Inspector notes: Observed ice build up inside the walk in unit on the floor. Clean to remove

590.004/4-601.11-C

Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)

Inspector notes: Hood sticker exp 7/24. Last inspection confirmed 4/24. Provide updated inspection sticker to confirm proper maintenance.

590.006/6-501.14-C

Mar 7, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Nov 1, 2023

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Nonfood contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Clean wall in basment stairwell of dust and soils. Clean floor in left rear corner of basment to left of rear door of soils.

590.004/4-602.13-C

Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)

Inspector notes: Hood tag is expired. Provide current on 90 day schedule for fryers.

590.006/6-501.14-C

May 9, 2023

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Outer openings protected (c)

Inspector notes: Seal gap where between two front doors where doors meet with pest proof materials. Noted on IPM pest report from ecolab dated 5.9.23.

590.006/6-202.15-C

Dec 15, 2022

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)

Inspector notes: No certified food protection manager on staff. Provide certificate or proof of enrollment upon reinspection. Emailed link for list of instructors.

590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF

Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)

Inspector notes: Food worker observed without hair restraint. Provide.

590.002/2-402.11-C

Jun 21, 2022

Routine

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Bell last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taco Bell on file is from May 4, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taco Bell?

Across the inspection record, “food storage containers identified with common name of food” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taco Bell.

How does Taco Bell compare to other restaurants in South Boston?

Taco Bell most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the South Boston average of 87.

Has Taco Bell's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taco Bell have averaged around one violation 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.

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