Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
5
Last inspection
October 7, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
0 / 5
Taco Bell currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on October 7, 2025 found 2 violations, for a total score of 5 points.
Latest Violations
0 critical · 2 non-critical
Non-Critical
- Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
- Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
Latest Inspection Details
October 7, 2025
- Date
- October 7, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 5
- Critical points
- 0
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 2 (0 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
2 inspections
Oct 7, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 8, 2024
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: No violations were recorded at the time of this inspection.
✓ No violations found on this inspection
Grade Trend
Taco Bell has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: October 2025 and August 2024. Its latest score was 5, slightly higher than its August 2024 score of 0.
What This Grade Means
NYC inspection scores are penalty points. Lower scores are better. A score of 0–13 generally qualifies for an A, 14–27 for a B, and 28+ for a C.
Taco Bell's latest score: 5
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taco Bell's current NYC health grade?
Taco Bell currently has a A grade.
When was Taco Bell last inspected?
Taco Bell was last inspected on October 7, 2025.
What was Taco Bell's latest inspection score?
Taco Bell's latest inspection score was 5 points.
How many violations did Taco Bell have in its latest inspection?
Taco Bell had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 0 critical violations and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Taco Bell located?
Taco Bell is located at 161 East 125th Street in Manhattan, NY 10035.
Data source: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene restaurant inspection data via NYC Open Data. Inspection results may change as new inspections, reinspections, or adjudications are posted.
Restaurant ID: 50154891
Last updated: July 3, 2026