What is Taco Bueno #3092's health inspection score?

Taco Bueno #3092 has a SafeDine safety score of 57 out of 100 (Grade C). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Taco Bueno #3092 last inspected?

Taco Bueno #3092 was last inspected on January 30, 2024. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Taco Bueno #3092 have?

Taco Bueno #3092 has 33 total violations across 2 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Taco Bueno #3092 safe to eat at?

Taco Bueno #3092 has a safety score of 57/100, which suggests room for improvement. Review the detailed inspection history on SafeDine for more information.

What type of cuisine does Taco Bueno #3092 serve?

Taco Bueno #3092 serves Mexican cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Taco Bueno #3092

Name: Taco Bueno #3092
Address: 13443 MONTFORT DR, Dallas, 75240
Rating: 57

13443 MONTFORT DR, Dallas

Data may be outdated — inspected 1/30/2024

▼Declining

Own or manage this restaurant?

Claim it to unlock analytics →

0Fair

Mexican•Far North Dallas

Ranked #297 of 441 in Far North DallasBetter than 80% of mexican restaurants

Declining

6 inspections

Last: Jan 30, 2024

low confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

Clean Rate

5.5

Avg Violations

27 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Temperature control

Food not kept at safe temperatures — risk of bacterial growth

Handwashing

Employees not properly washing hands — contamination risk

Cross-contamination

Raw and cooked foods not properly separated

Sanitation

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Other violation

Regulatory compliance issue

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

Live Data Feed

Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-43

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-5 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-11 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Freshness Penalty

-25 pts

Score reduced due to stale inspection data

Inspection Timeline

-12 pts

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% 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.

Location

13443 MONTFORT DR, Dallas, TX 75240

Open in Maps

View Menu Order Online

Violation Timeline

Dec 2018

1 inspections

1 intermediate

6 basic

Dec

Jan 2020

1 inspections

2 intermediate

6 basic

Jan 2021

1 inspections

1 intermediate

3 basic

Jan

Jan 2022

1 inspections

1 intermediate

3 basic

Jan 2023

1 inspections

1 intermediate

1 basic

Jan

Jan 2024

1 inspections

1 intermediate

7 basic

Inspection History

6 records on file

6 Routine

Jan 24

Routine InspectionLatestScore: 89

1 Med7 Basic

8 total

81/100inspection score

−19 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

DAL-1*10 Clean Sight and Touch−5
Clean and sanitize inside ice machine and microwave

Basic (7)

−14 pts

DAL-2*22 Accredited food handler certificate - 60 days−2
Provide Food Handler certificates for all employees
DAL-3*46 A ware washing sink not used for hand washing or dumping mop water−2
Do not wash mop bucket in 3-compartment sink
DAL-4*39 Store all equipment & utensil covered or inverted−2
Store ice bucket upside down
DAL-5*43 Ventilation hood systems, adequacy−2
Keep vent hood on - smokey
DAL-6*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces−2
Clean WIC fans
DAL-7*45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair−2
Replace caulking behind 3-compartment sink
DAL-8*44 Disposal towels provided with waste receptacle as specified in 228.152(g)(2)−2
Provide trash near every hand sink

Base deductions−19 pts

Jan 23

Routine InspectionScore: 96

1 Med1 Basic

2 total

93/100inspection score

−7 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

DAL-1*02 Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)−5
temperatures not maintained at 41 degrees F or below. Violations marked with * tomatoes 46* onions 46* cheese 54*

Basic (1)

−2 pts

DAL-2*37 Preventing contamination from other sources. Miscellaneous sources of Contamination−2
move ice container. Exposed wood and chipping paint directly above

Base deductions−7 pts

Jan 22

Routine InspectionScore: 94

1 Med3 Basic

4 total

89/100inspection score

−11 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

DAL-1*19 One Inch Air Gap−5
Provide one inch air gap for drain below ice machine

Basic (3)

−6 pts

DAL-2*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces−2
Address ice build up in walk in cooler
DAL-3*45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair−2
DAL-4*47 Handwashing signage−2

Base deductions−11 pts

Jan 21

Routine InspectionScore: 93

1 Med3 Basic

4 total

89/100inspection score

−11 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

DAL-1*02 Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)−5
Temperatures not maintained at 41 degrees F or below. Violations marked with * cheese 46.3* 46*

Basic (3)

−6 pts

DAL-2*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces−2
clean the bottom of the make line(not on use)
DAL-3*32 Equipment & Utensils smooth easily cleanable−2
repair chipping paint above ice holder
DAL-4*39 Store equipment & utensils in a clean, dry place−2
store knives in a clean dry place- clean knife holder

Base deductions−11 pts

Jan 20

Routine InspectionScore: 87

2 Med6 Basic

8 total

78/100inspection score

−22 pts

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

DAL-1*02 Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)−5
Observed onions and other RTE foods between temps of 44-46. Keep foods at or below 41 degrees.
DAL-2*18 Toxic items labeling-non original container−5
Spray bottle with sanitizer needs label.

Basic (6)

−12 pts

DAL-3*32 Maintain in Good Repair−2
Repair gaskets in the reach in cooler.
DAL-4*37 Storing the food at least 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor−2
Keep food containers at least 6 inches off the floor.
DAL-5*39 Store equipment & utensils in a clean, dry place−2
Store ice scoop in an ice dispenser.
DAL-6*41 Food storage containers, identified with common name of food.−2
Salsa containers lack a food label.
DAL-7*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces−2
Walls by the cooking station have collected grease like residue.
DAL-8*45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair−2
The ceiling above the kitchen contains an opening.

Base deductions−22 pts

Dec 18

Routine InspectionScore: 89

1 Med6 Basic

7 total

83/100inspection score

−17 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

DAL-6*19 Water & Plumbing in good repair- per code−5
leaking pipe under the three-compartment sink

Basic (6)

−12 pts

DAL-1*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces−2
dusty fan covers inside the walk in cooler
DAL-2*24 Food Labeling- with common name of the food−2
two unlabeled containers of salsa inside the walk in coolers
DAL-3*45 Walls easily cleanable and light in color−2
residue splatter on the wall in the dry storage area(back of the restaurant)
DAL-4*34 Outer door: solid,selfclosing,tightfitting−2
DAL-5*37 Preventing contamination from other sources. Miscellaneous sources of Contamination−2
dust accumulation on the ceiling tiles throughout the facility
DAL-7*31 Individual, disposable towels−2
replenish every paper towel dispenser

Base deductions−17 pts

Community Reviews

No reviews yet. Be the first to share your experience!

Leave a Review

Community Safety Reports

No reviewed safety reports. Help keep others safe by reporting any food safety concerns.

Data source: Dallas DEH · 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.

Explore More

Restaurants in Dallas Mexican Restaurants Best in Dallas All Texas Restaurants