Taco Bell

1674 E Southern Ave, Tempe, AZ 85282

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Jan 12, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged four inspections at Taco Bell, the earliest from 2024. On Jan 12, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

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

When inspectors have written things up, “clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Compared to other Tempe restaurants (averaging 95), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 12, 2026

Routine

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The PIC did not know or have access to a policy on how to clean up vomiting or a fecal accident. Provided the PIC with clean up of accident handout. Written procedures for clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events is required onsite at all times. ============2nd Consecutive violation. ===

2-501.11

Aug 7, 2025

Routine

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

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No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events (corrected on site)

2-501.11

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The fan on the right side of the walk in freezer is not working. Ensure that the equipment is repaired properly and maintained in good repair

4-501.11

May 15, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: *THIRD CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION* There is a gap at the bottom of the kitchen door, which opens to the outside. Install door sweep on the bottom of the door to eliminate the gap or eliminate by other means

6-202.15

Oct 15, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: No paper towels or hand drying device available at the hand wash sink in the mens restroom. Manager provided paper towels. Ensure that all hand wash sinks have paper towels or hand drying device available at all times

6-301.12

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The gasket on the walk in cooler is in disrepair and split. Ensure that non-food contact surfaces of equipment are maintained in good repair

4-501.11

Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: *SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION* There is a gap at the bottom of the kitchen door, which opens to the outside. Install door sweep on the bottom of the door to eliminate the gap or eliminate by other means

6-202.15

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Bell last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taco Bell on file is from Jan 12, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taco Bell?

Across the inspection record, “clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taco Bell.

How does Taco Bell compare to other restaurants in Tempe?

Taco Bell most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Tempe average of 95.

Has Taco Bell's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Taco Bell 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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