Del Taco
Last inspected: Feb 19, 2026
86
Score
Del Taco has been inspected five times since 2024. The most recent report on file is from Feb 19, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “certified food protection manager”, which has been cited four times.
Compared to other Phoenix restaurants (averaging 97), there's room to close the gap. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 19, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed open container of raw breaded fish sticks in walk-in cooler stored above packages of ready to eat cheesecake bites. Informed manager, and fish was moved to proper location at time of inspection. Proper storage was reviewed and guidance document provided. Ensure all raw foods are stored properly to prevent potential contamination
3-302.11(A1-2)
86
Jul 17, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a covered large pitcher over 4 inches deep of iced coffee containing milk/98°F in the refrigerator below the main prep line
4-301.11
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: No paper towels were available at the handwashing sink near the ice machine
6-301.12
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed brown residue on the interior of the ice machine in the kitchen. Equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tubes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency specified by the manufacturer, or absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. Discussed ice machine cleaning frequency. Please clean prior to the next routine inspection
4-602.11(E)
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No employee with supervisory and management responsibility with the authority to direct and control food preparation that is deemed a certified food protection manager (CFPM) was present at time of inspection. Establishment’s CFPM is not working today. A CFPM is required to be onsite during the hours of operation. Please obtain certified food protection manager certification and keep certification accessible for health inspections
2-102.12(A)
74
Feb 5, 2025
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No employee with supervisory and management responsibility with the authority to direct and control food preparation that is deemed a certified food protection manager (CFPM) was present at time of inspection. A CFPM is required to be onsite during the hours of operation. Please obtain certified food protection manager certification and keep certification accessible for health inspections
2-102.12(A)
95
Feb 4, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food debris built up on tomato slicer blades during inspection. The tomato slicer was stored as clean. The slicer was cleaned at time of inspection. Please ensure equipment and utensils are cleaned, sanitized, and maintained clean to sight and touch between uses
4-601.11(A)
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
Inspector notes: Walk in cooler used to store multiple different types of TCS foods appears to be malfunctioning at time of inspection. Digital thermometer in the walk-in cooler measured between 52.4-50.4°F. Inspector’s min/max thermometer measured the minimum internal temperature of the walk in cooler at 48.9°F. All TCS foods were relocated to alternative cold holding at time of inspection. Ensure walk in cooler is serviced and holds 41°F or less prior to re-inspection
4-301.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No employee with supervisory and management responsibility with the authority to direct and control food preparation that is deemed a certified food protection manager (CFPM) was present at time of inspection. A CFPM is required to be onsite during the hours of operation. Please obtain certified food protection manager certification and keep certification accessible for health inspections
2-102.12(A)
78
Aug 1, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No employee with supervisory and management responsibility with the authority to direct and control food preparation that is deemed a certified food protection manager (CFPM) was present at time of inspection. A CFPM is required to be onsite during the hours of operation. Please obtain certified food protection manager certification and keep certification accessible for health inspections
2-102.12(A)
Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable
Inspector notes: Observed several missing floor tiles near the floor drain by the main food prep station
6-201.11
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Del Taco last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Del Taco on file is from Feb 19, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Del Taco?
Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Del Taco.
How does Del Taco compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?
Del Taco most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.
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.
How often is Del Taco inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Del Taco is inspected around three times per year on average.
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