Del Taco

1842 S Signal Butte Rd, Mesa, AZ 85209

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Aug 15, 2025

100

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged six inspections at Del Taco, the earliest from 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Aug 15, 2025. 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 two violations per visit.

Across the inspection history, “cooling, heating, and holding capacities-equipment” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

Del Taco's latest score of 100 sits above the Mesa average of 95. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Minor latest

Inspection History

Aug 15, 2025

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Aug 8, 2025

Reinspection

1 major violation.

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Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures

Inspector notes: Observed make table for hamburger station with an ambient air temperature of 47*F. Repairs must be completed prior to 8.15.25

4-301.11

Aug 1, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed cheese grader with accumulation of cheese debris on food contact surface. PIC stated it had not been used since previous night and disassembled to be wash, rinsed and sanitized properly. Discussed importance of

4-602.11(A-D)

Time used as public health control not properly documented

Inspector notes: Observed all cold toppings ( lettuce, shredded cheese, diced tomatoes, pico de gallo, guacamole (with tomatoe), and shredded cabbage without a time stamp of time to discard. All items were discarded and a new time log was created. TCS foods had an internal temperature of 48*F

3-501.19(A1,B2,C2-3)

Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures

Inspector notes: Observed make table for hamburger station with an ambient air temperature of 50*F and main make table with an internal temperature of 48*F. Repairs must be completed prior to 8.8.25

4-301.11

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

Inspector notes: Observed ice scooper stored in container with rust from water accumulation. PIC moved items to three compartment sink to be wash, rinsed and sanitized

3-304.12

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Walk-in freezer had ice build up on coils and was holding ambient air temperature of 29*F. Please place a service call to make repairs to unit.Correct prior to next routine inspection

4-501.11

Feb 21, 2025

Routine

5 minor violations.

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Light bulbs not shatter-resistant or protected

Inspector notes: Missing protective shield on light bulbs directly above fryer and stove top. Please correct prior to next routine inspection

6-202.11

No certified food protection manager

2-102.12(A)

Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of organic debris in soda nozzle. Please clean prior to next routine inspection. Discussed using small brush to remove debris

4-602.11(E)

Precleaning

Inspector notes: Observed several clean containers stored with old day dots. PIC removed day dots at time of inspection. Discussed importance of removing day dots after warewashing

4-603.12

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of fryer oil underneath fry warmer. Please maintain a regular cleaning schedule to prevent accumulation of fryer oil. Correct prior to next routine inspection

6-501.12

Sep 6, 2024

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Aug 27, 2024

Routine

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures

Inspector notes: Observed make table holding an ambient air temperature of 48*F. PIC stated a service ticket had been previously submitted by upper management, but was unable to provide documentation. Establishment is storing TCS foods like Quesadillas that do not use time as a control in equipment. Please make repairs prior to 9.5.24

4-301.11

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Del Taco last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Del Taco on file is from Aug 15, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Del Taco?

Across the inspection record, “cooling, heating, and holding capacities-equipment” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Del Taco.

How does Del Taco compare to other restaurants in Mesa?

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

Has Del Taco's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Del Taco have averaged around two violations 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.

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