Creekside Taco Shack

20401 S Sossaman Rd Queen, Queen Creek, AZ 85142
Mexican / Latin
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Nov 25, 2025
100
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

Creekside Taco Shack appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2024. The most recent report on file is from Nov 25, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around two violations to closer to zero violations per visit.

“Surface characteristics-indoor areas” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Queen Creek restaurant scores 95. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 25, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 10, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: Observed several doors/windows open in the facility, leading to possible pest build up. Talked to staff about pest control policy. Ensure that all outer openings in the facility are kept closed to prevent flies in the food preparation areas
6-202.15
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: Observed FRP behind the fryers at the cookline. Talked to staff about spacing, and wall coverings. Ensure there is a easily cleanable and fire-rated wall between the hood and the floor
6-101.11
90
Mar 26, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Hands not washed when required (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee drop item on the ground, threw it away, then proceeded to touch clean dishes. Talked to manager about handwashing, had employee immediately wash their hands. Ensure that hand washing is occurring going from dirty to clean tasks in the kitchen
2-301.14
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee dumping ice at the bar hand sink. Ice was removed. Ensure that hand sinks are used only for hand washing tasks
5-205.11
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: Observed wall behind the deep fryers included FRP wall board. Ensure wall area has a high heat material to keep the area from catching on fire and keeping wall clean
6-101.11
74
Dec 12, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
No certified food protection manager
2-102.12(A)
Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: PIC removed lid to allow proper cooling
3-501.15(B)
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Creekside Taco Shack last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Creekside Taco Shack on file is from Nov 25, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Creekside Taco Shack?

Across the inspection record, “surface characteristics-indoor areas” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Creekside Taco Shack.

How does Creekside Taco Shack compare to other restaurants in Queen Creek?

Creekside Taco Shack most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Queen Creek average of 95.

Has Creekside Taco Shack's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Creekside Taco Shack have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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