Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
9
Last inspection
September 22, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
4 / 5
Taco Bell currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on September 22, 2025 found 5 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 9 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 4 non-critical
Critical
- Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
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.
- Nuisance created or allowed to exist. Facility not free from unsafe, hazardous, offensive or annoying condition.
- “Choking first aid” poster not posted. “Alcohol and Pregnancy” warning sign not posted. Resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
Latest Inspection Details
September 22, 2025
- Date
- September 22, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 9
- Critical points
- 4
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 5 (1 critical, 4 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Sep 22, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 10, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 7, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Taco Bell has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: September 2025 and June 2024. Its latest score was 9, lower than its June 2024 score of 12.
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: 9
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 September 22, 2025.
What was Taco Bell's latest inspection score?
Taco Bell's latest inspection score was 9 points.
How many violations did Taco Bell have in its latest inspection?
Taco Bell had 5 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 4 non-critical violations.
Where is Taco Bell located?
Taco Bell is located at 60-12 Northern Boulevard in Queens, NY 11377.
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: 50117814
Last updated: July 3, 2026