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Del Taco

5156 E Baseline Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85234
Mexican / Latin
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Mar 27, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Del Taco has six inspections on file, the first dated 2024. Del Taco was last inspected on Mar 27, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around three violations per visit versus roughly one violation earlier in the record.

Across the inspection history, “good repair and proper adjustment-equipment” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

By comparison, the average Gilbert facility scores 96, putting Del Taco on the weaker side. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 27, 2026
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Employees working at time of visit did not have a certified food protection manager card. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. All employees handling food must also have active food handlers cards
2-102.12(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Observed ice build up in coils of walk-in freezer. Please make repairs prior to next routine inspection
4-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed trash and food debris in floor drain underneath handwashing sink near ice machine. Please maintain a regular cleaning scheduled to prevent accumulation of debris. Clean prior to next routine inspection
6-501.12
86
Mar 20, 2026
Routine
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Time used as public health control not properly documented
Inspector notes: Observed pico de gallo, shredded cheese, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, guacamole without proper documentation to show when food is to be discarded
3-501.19(A1,B2,C2-3)
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: Observed live German cockroach in kitchen floor. PIC provided pest control records indicating last service date was 11/7/25
6-501.111(C)
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Employees working at time of visit did not have a certified food protection manager card. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. All employees handling food must also have active food handlers cards
2-102.12(A)
Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area
Inspector notes: Observed several personal beverages stored on food prep areas and equipment. PIC re-arranged at time of inspection
2-401.11
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
Inspector notes: Observed blades used to cut bag of raw chicken being stored directly in sanitizer bucket. PIC relocated to three compartment sink at time of inspection, to be washed, rinsed and sanitized
3-304.12
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Observed ice build up in coils of walk-in freezer. Please make repairs prior to next routine inspection
4-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed trash and food debris in floor drain underneath handwashing sink near ice machine. Please maintain a regular cleaning scheduled to prevent accumulation of debris. Clean prior to next routine inspection
6-501.12
64
Sep 23, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
May 8, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Apr 29, 2025
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Pressure
Inspector notes: Observed very little water pressure coming from the hand sink located by the 3 compartment sink
5-103.12
90
Oct 9, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Observed walkin door doesn't close fully, and freezer door is stuck and doesn't close. Observed missing handler to cold water at back hand sink. Ensure that equipment is in full working order
4-501.11
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Del Taco last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Del Taco on file is from Mar 27, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Del Taco?

Across the inspection record, “good repair and proper adjustment-equipment” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Del Taco.

How does Del Taco compare to other restaurants in Gilbert?

Del Taco most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Gilbert average of 96.

Has Del Taco's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Del Taco have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Del 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.

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