Taco Bell

784 Tiogue Ave, Coventry, RI 02816

American

License: Seats - 50 or More

Last inspected: Aug 4, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Taco Bell has only two inspections on file, a thin record to work from. The latest inspection on file is from Aug 4, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Compared to the prior visit, the count dropped from three violations to two.

The pattern that stands out is non-food contact surfaces clean, which has been cited two times.

That's lower than the typical Coventry restaurant, which scores around 88. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Aug 4, 2025

Routine

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

View 2 violations

Food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The quaternary ammonium concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay sink was less than 150 parts per million (ppm). According to the manufacturer's use directions, the concentration of the quaternary ammonium must be 150-400 ppm. Sanitizer was replaced.

4-501.114

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the shelving in the hot hold unit have an accumulation of food and other debris. Shelving to be cleaned.

4-602.13

Apr 17, 2024

Routine

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The hot hold door gasket was observed not tight fighting. There was a visible gap in the bottom door. Gasket to be fixed to be tight fitting.

4-501.11

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the freezer have an accumulation of old food debris. Freezer to be cleaned.

4-602.13

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The vents above the prep unit and inside of the walk-in have an accumulation of dust and debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Bell last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taco Bell on file is from Aug 4, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taco Bell?

Across the inspection record, non-food contact surfaces clean has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taco Bell.

How does Taco Bell compare to other restaurants in Coventry?

Taco Bell most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Coventry average of 88.

Has Taco Bell's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Taco Bell have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around two violations compared to about three previously.

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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