Don Taco

5020 W Baseline Rd, Laveen, AZ 85339

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Mar 24, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Don Taco seven times, with records going back to 2024. Don Taco was last inspected on Mar 24, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around one violation each.

Among Laveen restaurants, the typical score is 95; Don Taco is comfortably above that bar. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 24, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Oct 15, 2025

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Oct 14, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Capacity-Quantity and Availability

Inspector notes: Observed hot water temperature reading 83F at 3 compartment sink and handwash sinks in kitchen. Discussed with PIC that required to supply hot water temperature at 100 F at handwash sinks anf 110F at all other sinks

5-103.11

Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed organic matter on inside of tray inside ice machine. Discussed with PIC that non-food and food contact surfaces required to be cleaned more frequently to prevent accumulation of organic matter, dirt and dust debris

4-602.11(E)

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Observed no employee with CFPM on premises at the time of inspection. Discussed with PIC that one employee with CFPM must be present on premises at all hours of operations and time of inspection

2-102.12(A)

Lighting not sufficient for food or utensil handling areas

Inspector notes: Observed light in restroom is very dim, one of the linear fluorescent bulbs burned out. Discussed with PIC that adequate lighting is required in restroom

6-303.11

Aug 11, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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Storage-Other Personal Care Items (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee's clothing, purse and tums stored with dry storage shelf. Discussed with PIC that employee's personal items need to be seperated and labeled "employee only"

7-209.11

Wiping cloths used or stored improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed several wet wiping cloths stored on prep-table. Discussed with PIC that wet wiping cloths need to be stored in bucket with sanitizer solution when not in use

3-304.14

Apr 24, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed

Inspector notes: Observed of hole in tile in hallway towards restroom. Discussed with PIC that floor needs to be in good repair, smooth and cleanable

6-201.13

Oct 24, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jul 9, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Don Taco last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Don Taco on file is from Mar 24, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

How does Don Taco compare to other restaurants in Laveen?

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

Has Don Taco's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Don 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 Don Taco inspected?

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

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