Boca Taqueria

1674 N Higley Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85234

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Mar 24, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2024, Boca Taqueria has six inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 24, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near one violation per visit.

The city-wide average sits at 96, which Boca Taqueria's 78 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 24, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

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Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

Inspector notes: Observed chili beans and shredded beef on stove top with an internal temperature of 105-124*f. It was determined that the flame had been turned off and left unmonitored. PIC stated it had only been 30 minutes prior to inspection and immediately re-heated to165*F at time of inspection

3-501.16(A)(1)

Improper cooling methods used

Inspector notes: Observed red and green salsa in walk-in cooler, cooling in deep plastic containers with an internal temperature of 53*F for 3.5 hours prior to inspection. TCS foods must be cooled in: uncovered/loosely covered, shallow containers less than 4 inches deep, in equipment designed to rapidly cool, by using an ice bath, by using ice as an ingredient, or another effective means

3-501.15(A)

Nov 19, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Sep 11, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jun 11, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed multiple deep containers (6 inches or greater), with cooked rice holding 46-50F held in the main prep cooler/fridge on the assembly line. PIC said they were cooling. PIC moved the rice to sheet pans and placed them on the cooling rack in the walk-in refrigerator

3-501.15(A)

Dec 3, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Toxic materials not used according to law or manufacturer instructions (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed pesticides in the facility, that the facility puts down themselves. Talked to manager about pesticide policy

7-202.12(C)

Oct 18, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Boca Taqueria last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Boca Taqueria on file is from Mar 24, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

How does Boca Taqueria compare to other restaurants in Gilbert?

Boca Taqueria most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Gilbert average of 96.

Has Boca Taqueria's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Boca Taqueria have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

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