
"Do better": Filthy Taco Bell kitchen divides customers: unhygienic or understa…
"Even being understaffed and having a rush doesn’t explain why it should be this messy."
A recent viral video uploaded on June 23, 2025, has drawn significant attention to the cleanliness standards at a Taco Bell restaurant. The 16-second clip, filmed from the customer side of a mobile pickup counter, provides an unfiltered view into what appears to be a highly unkempt kitchen area. The footage clearly shows the kitchen floor littered with various food debris, wrappers, and trash, suggesting a lack of immediate tidiness. Two staff members, dressed in black uniforms, are visible moving through the cluttered space. One employee is seen attempting to sweep parts of the floor, while the overall impression remains one of disarray. The video's author, user "Chancetho1" (young.tropical), captioned the post with "Do better @tacobell #tacobell #nasty #dirty," explicitly expressing dissatisfaction with the observed conditions. The video has quickly accumulated over 231,000 views, 14,100 likes, and 1,405 shares, sparking widespread discussion among viewers regarding fast-food hygiene. This incident highlights ongoing public concerns about food safety and cleanliness in quick-service establishments.
"Even being understaffed and having a rush doesn’t explain why it should be this messy."