Carolina's Mexican Food
A°1202 E Mohave St, Phoenix 85034
Food Establishment - Food Catering · Permit FD-03699
Score based on 12 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works
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Inspection history12 on record
2026
May 1, 2026Re-Inspection2 coreA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected.
Inspector's notes
Observed unmarked containers filled with dry spices, rice, sugars, and other foods. Informed PIC that all food taken from the bulk container need to be labeled with the common name. All bulk food items not easily identifiable must be labeled with common name of food. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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3-302.12 - Core: Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food
Inspector's notes
Observed the flooring in the kitchen being in disrepair and having some areas exposing the aggregate. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. ***** 5th Consecutive Violation *****
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6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods
Apr 21, 2026Re-Inspection1 foundation2 coreB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected.
Inspector's notes
Observed the small prep style unit and reach in unit near the food assembly line holding TCS foods above 41*F. The prep style unit was 52.7*F and the reach in unit 68.3*F, measured using min/max. Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. Must repair cold holding equipment such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection on 4/30/2026.
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4-301.11 - Priority Foundation: Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities-Equipment. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling.
Inspector's notes
Observed unmarked containers filled with dry spices, rice, sugars, and other foods. Informed PIC that all food taken from the bulk container need to be labeled with the common name. All bulk food items not easily identifiable must be labeled with common name of food. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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3-302.12 - Core: Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food
Inspector's notes
Observed the flooring in the kitchen being in disrepair and having some areas exposing the aggregate. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. ***** 5th Consecutive Violation *****
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6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods
Apr 20, 2026Routine1 priority1 foundation2 coreB
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.1. Upon inspection, a new larger sized three-compartment sink has been installed, PIC stated that the underground plumbing was sealed off, and new plumbing installed for the three-compartment sink. The changes are currently under review.
Inspector's notes
Observed the small prep style unit and reach in unit near the food assembly line holding TCS foods above 41*F. The prep style unit was 52.7*F and the reach in unit 68.3*F, measured using min/max. Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. Must repair cold holding equipment such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection on 4/30/2026.
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4-301.11 - Priority Foundation: Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities-Equipment. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling.
Inspector's notes
Observed unmarked containers filled with dry spices, rice, sugars, and other foods. Informed PIC that all food taken from the bulk container need to be labeled with the common name. All bulk food items not easily identifiable must be labeled with common name of food. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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3-302.12 - Core: Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food
Inspector's notes
Observed floor drain located under the three-compartment sink backed up with grey water and not draining. All other floor drains are draining properly and not conveying sewage. Sewage from the floor drain is not actively backing up. PIC stated that there was recently plumbing work conducted and they believe the floor drain was planned to be closed off. Informed PIC that the drain needs to properly drain prior to reinspection on 4/21/2025. Corrective Action: Correct within 24 hours.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-402.13 - Priority: Conveying Sewage
Inspector's notes
Observed the flooring in the kitchen being in disrepair and having some areas exposing the aggregate. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. ***** 5th Consecutive Violation *****
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6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods
2025
Dec 4, 2025RoutineA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Aug 13, 2025Routine1 foundation1 coreB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed cold holding unit maintenance with person in charge.No catering orders at the time of inspections.
Inspector's notes
Observed the walk in cooler having an ambient temperature of 59*F. At the time of inspection, walk in cooler door was observed to be left opened. At the end of the inspection, walk in cooler was able to have an ambient temperature of 41*F. Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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4-301.11 - Priority Foundation: Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities-Equipment. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling.
Inspector's notes
Observed the walk in cooler door not being able to close properly due to hinges having issues and the locking mechanism in disrepair. Physical facility must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods
May 13, 2025RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Mar 18, 2025RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.No food preparation being done, facility inspection conducted.
2024
Oct 15, 2024RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.No food preparation being done, facility inspection conducted.
Aug 9, 2024RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
May 24, 2024RoutinecleanA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection ManagerEnsure that any Person in charge obtains a Certified food Protection Manager Certificate prior to next routine inspection.On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal.If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may:• Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or• Contact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review)If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report emailed and confirmed.Food Manager Licenses: 0,Award: A,Signer: Juan Sandoval
Feb 27, 2024RoutinecleanA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal.If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may:• Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or• Contact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review)If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report emailed and confirmed.Food Manager Licenses: 1,Award: A,Signer: Felix C
2023
Dec 11, 2023Routine2 coreA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection ManagerEnsure that any Person in charge obtains a Certified food Protection Manager Certificate prior to next routine inspection.On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal.If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may:• Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or• Contact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review)If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report emailed and confirmed.Signer: Juan Sandoval ,Award: A
Core-6-202.15, C: Outer Openings, Protected. Observed screen back door leading directly to the kitchen was being left open to be able to go outside to extra stores areas. Person in charge explained that it was open because the kitchen gets hot throughout the day and it allows air flow. Discussed with person in charge the increased risk for pests with open doors in a operation, and suggested all doors are closed or an addition of air curtains to avoid increased pest activity. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions. Observed excess organic matter on sealing and wall in storage shed. Discussed that all walls and ceilings should be kept clean to avoid contamination of equipment and premise. Core-6-201.11, C: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability. Observed flooring throughout establishment with pealing paint. Discussed re-surfacing rough floor areas so that floors are smooth, durable, non-porous, and easily cleanable. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Jul 20, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →