Taco Bell

641 West Main Street, Middletown, RI 02842

American

License: Seats - 50 or More

Last inspected: Aug 13, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Going back to 2023, Taco Bell has four inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Aug 13, 2025. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around five violations per visit versus roughly one violation earlier in the record.

The pattern that stands out is “garbage & refuse properly disposed”, which has been cited two times.

Restaurants in Middletown average 80, so Taco Bell trails the local norm. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 13, 2025

Routine

2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: One of two public restrooms were out of service prior to inspection. Toilet was observed clogged. No sewage backup observed. PIC states work order is in place. Plumbing system to be maintained in good repair and proper adjustment.

5-205.15

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: 3 bay sink was observed leaking. Plumbing system to be maintained in good repair and proper adjustment.

5-205.15

Garbage & refuse properly disposed: facilities maintained

Inspector notes: Refuse area observed with an accumulation of litter. Area to be maintained.

5-501.115

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The following areas have an accumulation of soil residue and food debris: -floors under equipment and fixtures -ceiling vent grates -ceiling in walk-in cooler -floor drains The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: Opening observed where soda lines are fed through wall in drive thru area. The physical facilities to be maintained in good repair and proper adjustment.

6-501.11

Jul 7, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jul 2, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the following have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris: 1. behind and under dining room soda dispenser 2. cold holding unit (ice accumulation)

4-601.11(B)

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector notes: Enclosure for refuse area was observed with an accumulation of litter and leaf litter. Area to maintained cleaned and free of litter to prevent harborage conditions for pests.

5-501.115

Aug 9, 2023

Environmental Complaint

2 minor violations.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served. -Establishment must register with RIDOH Center for Food Protection.

2-102.12

Sewage & waste water properly disposed

Inspector notes: Large amount of ice buildup observed in the hood of kitchen prep station. Ice shall be broken down.

5-403.12

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Bell last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taco Bell on file is from Aug 13, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taco Bell?

Across the inspection record, “garbage & refuse properly disposed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taco Bell.

How does Taco Bell compare to other restaurants in Middletown?

Taco Bell most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Middletown average of 80.

Has Taco Bell's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Taco Bell have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Taco Bell means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Taco Bell inspected?

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

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