What is Taco Bell's health inspection score?

Taco Bell has a SafeDine safety score of 87 out of 100 (Grade A). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Taco Bell last inspected?

Taco Bell was last inspected on January 27, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Taco Bell have?

Taco Bell has 18 total violations across 5 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Taco Bell safe to eat at?

Yes, Taco Bell has an excellent safety record with a score of 87/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

What type of cuisine does Taco Bell serve?

Taco Bell serves Mexican cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Taco Bell

Name: Taco Bell
Address: 3350 W ROOSEVELT RD, Chicago, 60624
Rating: 87

3350 W ROOSEVELT RD, Chicago

Last Inspected: 1/27/2026

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0Excellent

Mexican•Chicago

Ranked #585 of 1000 in ChicagoBetter than 84% of mexican restaurants

Stable

5 inspections

Last: Jan 27, 2026

high confidence

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Inspections

Clean Rate

3.6

Avg Violations

4 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

HandwashingHigh Priority

Employees not properly washing hands — contamination risk

Other violationHigh Priority

Regulatory compliance issue

Facility condition

Building maintenance or structural issues

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-13

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-0 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-6 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

+4 pts

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

3rd

30% weight

How scoring works: Every restaurant starts at 100 points. Points are deducted for violations found during inspections.

Recent inspections are weighted more heavily. High priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact.

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Violation Timeline

Jun 2022

1 inspections

5 basic

Jun

Feb 2023

1 inspections

1 high priority

2 basic

Jan 2024

1 inspections

3 basic

Jan

Jan 2025

1 inspections

1 high priority

3 basic

Jan 2026

1 inspections

3 basic

Jan

Inspection History

5 records on file

5 Canvass

Jan 26

Canvass InspectionLatestPass

3 Basic

3 total

94/100inspection score

−6 pts

Basic (3)

−6 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED SPILLS AND DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SERVICES OF BEVERAGE MACHINES, PREP TABLES, SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED MISSING GROUT ON FLOOR TILES NEAR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REGROUT FLOOR TILES AS NEEDED.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED DEBRIS AND SPLILLS ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS BEHIND BEVERAGE MACHINES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−6 pts

Jan 25

Canvass InspectionPass

1 High3 Basic

4 total1 risk factor

79/100inspection score

−16 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

6PROPER EATING, TASTING, DRINKING, OR TOBACCO USERisk Factor−10
OBSERVED SMPLOYEE BEVERAGE ON CONDIMENT COUNTER WITHOUT LID INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE IN ORDER TO PREVENT POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.

Basic (3)

−6 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED INSIDE OF CONDIMENT COUNTER AS WELL AS POP DISPENSER WITH SPILLS AND STICKY INTERIOR AND SURROUNDING SURFACES. INSTRUCTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FREE OF ACCUMULATION.
54GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED−2
OBSERVED EXTERIOR SURFACES OF OUTSIDE GREASE RECEPTACLE WITH ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS THROUGHOUT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN RECEPTACLE.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
INSTRUCTED ALL NEW CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE HOLDERS ON SITE TO OBTAIN ALLERGEN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN ON SITE FOR REVIEW.

Base deductions−16 pts

Risk factor bonus (1× +5)−5 pts

Jan 24

Canvass InspectionPass

3 Basic

3 total

94/100inspection score

−6 pts

Basic (3)

−6 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED INTERIOR SURFACES OF BEVERAGE DISPENSER LOCATED IN DINING AREA WITH EXCESSIVE POP SPILLS AND MOLD-LIKE SUBSTANCE BUILT UP ON EXTERIOR SURFACES OF SODA EQUIPMENT TUBING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FREE OF SCCUMULATED SOILED RESIDUES.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED FLOOR DRAINS WITH TRASH AND ORGANIC MATTER INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ARE AVAILABLE ON-SITE FOR REVIEW. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

Base deductions−6 pts

Feb 23

Canvass InspectionPass w/ Conditions

1 High2 Basic

3 total

86/100inspection score

−14 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED HAND SINK IN FRONT PREP/DRINK AREA TO BE INACESSIBLE, FILLED WITH TRASH AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE ALL DEBRIS AND MAINTAIN HAND SINK ACCESIBILITY AT ALL TIMES. PIC REMOVED ITEMS AND SANITIZED HANDSINK DURING INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030 (C). CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (2)

−4 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED BUILD UP OF RESIDUE ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF HOT AND COLD HOLDING EQUIPMENT, SHELVES, TABLES, AND CONTAINERS HOLDING SUGAR AND OTHER BULK ITEMS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED EXCESSIVE DEBRIS (CUPS, NACHO CHIPS, NAPKINS) AND GRIME ON FLOORS THROUGHOUT FACILITY UNDER SHELVING, TABLES, AND EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−14 pts

Jun 22

Canvass InspectionPass

5 Basic

5 total

90/100inspection score

−10 pts

Basic (5)

−10 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF RUST AND STANDING WATER LOCATED AT THE SODA MACHINE AT THE DRIVE THROUGH WINDOW INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF DIRT AND GREASE ON SIDES COOKING EQUIPMENT AND NON COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF ITEMS IN REAR NEAR HOT WATER UNIT, ON SIDES, TOP AND IN FRONT OF UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN A CLEAN EASILY ACCESSED AREA.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED THE LOWER WALL AT THE ENTRANCE OF THE DISH WASHING AREA BROKEN. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED FLOORS AND WALLS UNDER COOKING AND NON COOKING EQUIPMENT ALONG THE WALLS WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS THROUGHOUT FACILITY.

Base deductions−10 pts

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Data source: Chicago CDPH · Official government inspection records

Grading System

85 – 100
Excellent
70 – 84
Good
Below 70
Fair

About SafeDine Scores

Scores are calculated using official government inspection data. High Priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact, followed by Intermediate and Basic violations. Community reviews can adjust the score by up to 5 points when 3+ reviews are submitted.

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