Backyard Taco

1524 E University Dr, Mesa, AZ 85203
Mexican / Latin
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Feb 10, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged six inspections at Backyard Taco, the earliest from 2024. Backyard Taco was last inspected on Feb 10, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near zero violations per visit.

Among Mesa restaurants, the typical score is 95; Backyard Taco is comfortably above that bar. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 10, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 1, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
May 20, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: At time on inspection, no CFPM was on site
2-102.12(A)
95
Mar 5, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 30, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 14, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Backyard Taco last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Backyard Taco on file is from Feb 10, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

How does Backyard Taco compare to other restaurants in Mesa?

Backyard Taco most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Mesa average of 95.

Has Backyard Taco's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

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