Del Taco

19880 N 59th Ave, Glendale, AZ 85308

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Apr 15, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged four inspections at Del Taco, the earliest from 2024. The most recent report on file is from Apr 15, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

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

The pattern that stands out is “certified food protection manager”, which has been cited two times.

The city-wide average is 97, putting Del Taco squarely in typical territory. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 15, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jun 30, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed 2 open personal beverages in the back of the kitchen. Alerted the manager, who placed a lid on both beverages at the time of inspection. Discussed employee beverage storage and employee eating. Employees must store personal food and drinks in a designated area away from food prep areas. Eating must always occur in a designated location away from food and food contact surfaces. Drinking from closed containers (sealable water bottles or cups with lids and straws) is permitted if drinks are stored in a designated area away from food and food contact surfaces. Discussed eating and drinking requirements with staff

2-401.11

Food thawed using improper method (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed a box of partially frozen raw chicken on the counter. Alerted the manager, who moved it to the refrigerator at time of inspection. All foods being thawed from frozen must be thawed in an approved manner. Foods must be thawed under refrigeration, under cold running water, or as part of the cooking process

3-501.13

Feb 28, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Second Consecutive. No certified Food Manager was present at the time of inspection. In Compliance with the Food Code, Maricopa County now requires a Food Manager to be present during operating hours. EHS emailed Maricopa Policy changes and additional resources on where to acquire a Food Manager Certification. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Jul 9, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: No certified Food Manager was present at the time of inspection. In Compliance with the Food Code, Maricopa County now requires a Food Manager to be present during operating hours. EHS emailed Maricopa Policy changes and additional resources on where to acquire a Food Manager Certification. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Del Taco last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Del Taco on file is from Apr 15, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Del Taco?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Del Taco.

How does Del Taco compare to other restaurants in Glendale?

Del Taco most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is about the same as the Glendale average of 97.

Has Del Taco's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Del Taco have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent 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.

How often is Del Taco inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Del Taco is inspected around two times per year on average.

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