More Issues RecentlyThe latest inspection recorded more violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was El Balcon Taqueria last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Sep 15, 2026. The result listed by Sacramento County Environmental Management Department was “PASS”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 2 violations recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
4 inspections on record, from Mar 11, 2024 to Sep 15, 2026.
Has El Balcon Taqueria ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 4 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Mar 11, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
4 inspections
Routine
Sep 15, 2026
PASS
2 recorded violations
notedCode —Food temperature
Official Wording
REHEATING PROCEDURES FOR HOT HOLDING
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
Official record from Sacramento County Environmental Management Department, Sep 15, 2026 · Original Source
Routine
Aug 27, 2025
PASS
1 recorded violation
notedCode —Contamination
Official Wording
FOOD IN GOOD CONDITION, SAFE, AND UNADULTERATED
In Plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.