Taco Bell

877 Bald Hill Road, Warwick, RI 02886
American
License: Seats - 50 or More
Last inspected: Mar 25, 2026
78
Score
Low Risk

Public records show four inspections at Taco Bell stretching back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 25, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around one to closer to three violations per visit.

“Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Taco Bell's latest score of 78 falls below the Warwick average of 86. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 25, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 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 (0) parts per million (ppm). According to the manufacturer's use directions, the concentration of the quaternary ammonium must be (200-400) ppm. PIC changed out sanitizer and refilled sanitizer (200) ppm.
4-501.114
Garbage & refuse properly disposed: facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The drain plug for the outside dumpster is missing. Drains in receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables must have drain plugs in place.
5-501.114
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The (floor behind food boilers) in the (kitchen) area has an accumulation of soil residue and food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
78
Jan 29, 2025
Environmental Complaint
No violations found.
100
Aug 6, 2024
Food Complaint
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
Inspector notes: Equipment was observed stored in close proximity to a hand sink. Equipment must be stored in a manner that protects from splash and spill.
4-903.11(A)
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The ceiling and ceiling vents above the ware-washing and food prep areas were observed with an accumulation of dust.
6-501.12
90
Nov 22, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: Thermometers are lacking in multiple refrigeration units. Cold holding equipment used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must have at least one thermometer that is located to allow easy viewing of the temperature display.
4-204.112
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site certified food safety manager certified with RIDOH.
2-102.12
Equipment or utensils not air-dried before storage
Inspector notes: Wet equipment was stored on top of each other not allowing to air dry. Equipment/utensils must be allowed to air dry.
4-901.11
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Bell last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taco Bell on file is from Mar 25, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taco Bell?

Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taco Bell.

How does Taco Bell compare to other restaurants in Warwick?

Taco Bell most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Warwick average of 86.

Has Taco Bell's inspection record improved over time?

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

How often is Taco Bell inspected?

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