Del Taco

1628 N 44th St, Phoenix, AZ 85008

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Mar 20, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Del Taco appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2024. On Mar 20, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near one violation each time.

Looking across the full record, “cooling, heating, and holding capacities-equipment” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

The city-wide average for Phoenix sits at 97, putting Del Taco on the better side of that line. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Major latest

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Inspection History

Mar 20, 2026

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Mar 10, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 3 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed raw beef patties and pasteurized scrambled eggs in cartons stored on walk-in fridge shelf above RTE cut tomatoes, pico, and cut lettuce. All raw animal proteins must be stored below ready-to-eat (RTE) foods and stored according to cooking temperature at all times to prevent cross contamination. PIC properly stored all raw animal proteins according to the final cooking temperature based on the cooking parameters in § 3-401.11 of the Food Code

3-302.11(A1-2)

Sanitizer test kit not available

Inspector notes: Observed establishment to use quaternary ammonia as sanitizer with no test strips available. Test strips are required for any sanitizers used with food contact surfaces. Provide sanitizer test strips prior to re-inspection

4-302.14

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Observed no certified food protection manager present at time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Aug 4, 2025

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Aug 1, 2025

Routine

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures

Inspector notes: Observed establishment walk in fridge to have an ambient temperature of 46*F with establishment's thermometer reading 50*F. Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. Must repair cold holding equipment such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below. Establishment walk-in freezer is attached to walk-in fridge. Freezer door was opened at the time of inspection to cool the walk-in, ambient temperature measured 41.5*F. PIC contacted repair company and is on the way. Freezer door will stay open until walk-in is repaired

4-301.11

Feb 20, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Aug 2, 2024

Reinspection

2 minor violations.

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Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: Observed a large (0.5 inch) opening at back door, not allowing a tight seal between the door and frame. Please ensure all outer openings of establishment are in good condition to limit the entry of pests

6-202.15

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed floor drain by grease trap surrounded by grease and debris, showing signs of past overflowing. Please ensure area is clean and all drains are maintained in good condition to allow proper flow of waste water

5-205.15(B)

Jul 23, 2024

Food Advisory Inspection

No violations found.

100

Jul 11, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures

Inspector notes: Observed cold prep table with an ambient temperature of 47.1*F measured with min/ max thermometer. Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. Must repair cold holding equipment such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below

4-301.11

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

5-205.15(B)

Outer openings not protected against pests

6-202.15

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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 Mar 20, 2026. The public record contains eight 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 two times, more than any other issue at Del Taco.

How does Del Taco compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Del Taco most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher 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 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 five times per year on average.

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