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Arriba Mexican Grill

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17211 N 79th Ave, Glendale 85308

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-04720

Score based on 11 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works

91
Excellent

Glendale restaurant avg: 97

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Oct 24, 2023 — Routine — score 84 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Mar 18, 2024 — Routine — score 84 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Aug 8, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Oct 9, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Feb 11, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)May 7, 2025 — Routine — score 64 (2 priority, 1 foundation, 1 core)May 13, 2025 — Re-Inspection — score 69 (2 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Jul 8, 2025 — Routine — score 94 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 1 core)Aug 7, 2025 — Re-Inspection — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Jan 7, 2026 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Apr 22, 2026 — Routine — score 97 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 3 core)97
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history11 on record

2026

Apr 22, 2026Routine3 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and Accessible (i.e. - bar hand sink; hand washing signage);--Consumer Advisory Provided for Raw or Undercooked Food (i.e. - hatch chile burger)_______________________Provided following MCESD handout(s) via email:--Consumer Advisory Guidance Document

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

No Certified Food Protection Manager on stie at time of inspection.

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2-102.12(A) - Core: Certified Food Protection Manager. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these resources on our website. https://www.maricopa.gov/5114/Food-Restaurants Predefined Comment: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Provide a CFPM on site during operating hours. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

#43 — In-Use Utensils; Properly StoredCore3-304.12

Inspector's notes

Ice scoop found in bar ice with handle touching ice.

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3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage Predefined Comment: In-use utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location; in running water; or in hot water above 135°F. If utensils are stored in food, the handles must be stored above the surface of the food. All in-use utensils were properly stored at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-201.13

Inspector's notes

Base cove showing signs of disrepair in bar area.

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6-201.13 - Core: Floor and Wall Junctures, Coved, and Enclosed or Sealed Predefined Comment: 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.

Jan 7, 2026Routine1 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Proper Cooling Time and Temperatures;--Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and Accessible (i.e. - hand washing signage);--Consumer Advisory Provided for Raw or Undercooked Food (i.e. - lunch menu)Provided following MCESD handout(s) via email:--New Owners Packet

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.11

Inspector's notes

Floor grout missing and/or in disrepair.

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6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Predefined Comment: 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.

2025

Aug 7, 2025Re-Inspection1 coreA°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Correction of the priority foundation item(s) found during the inspection conducted on 7/8/2025 was verified by the inspector on 8/7/2025 via electronic means. A copy of this advisory report was provided to the establishment via electronic means.No county legal will result from this remote reinspection.

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.11

Inspector's notes

Numerous holes in back Hobart mixer area including plumbing, wall and floor/cove areas. Seal all holes and gaps in facility. All cockroaches were observed behind and around shelving above work area. I recommend sealing so as to prevent harborage.

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6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods

Jul 8, 2025Routine1 foundation1 coreB°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentPriority foundation6-501.111

4 cockroaches observed in back Hobart mixer area and two in the server station area. Facility had a pest control treatment today and is on schedule for every two weeks. Instructed person in charge to have additional pest control within two weeks and to save invoice stating as such for reinspection to be conducted after your next pest control. 6-501.111 (C) - Priority Foundation: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence Addl Notes: Predefined Comment: Establishment must be maintained free of pests and all pest control measures must be conducted by a licensed pest control specialist. Must eliminate current pest control problem and obtain pest control from a certified and licensed pest control specialist by re-inspection.

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.11

Inspector's notes

Numerous holes in back Hobart mixer area including plumbing, wall and floor/cove areas. Seal all holes and gaps in facility. All cockroaches were observed behind and around shelving above work area. I recommend sealing so as to prevent harborage.

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6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods

May 13, 2025Re-Inspection2 priority1 coreC°

Correction of the priority foundation item(s) found during the inspection conducted on 5/7/25 was verified by the inspector on 5/13/25 via electronic means. A copy of this advisory report was provided to the establishment via electronic means.No county legal action will result from this electronic reinspection.

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedPriority4-703.11

Inspector's notes

In use dish machine measuring 0 ppm chlorine. Instructed person in charge to not use until maintained so as to provide 50-100 ppm chlorine. Reviewed and instructed person in charge to set up three compartment sink until dishmachine is corrected.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-703.11 - Priority: Hot Water and Chemical-Methods; Sanitizing Food Contact Surfaces. 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/4574/AMC-Toolbox---Food-Contact-Surfaces.

#21 — Proper Hot Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

1/3rd pan of green sauce, red sauce and cheese dip holding at 120 -125 F. As per cook product was reheated on stove top this morning before placing in hot well. 3 of 5 hot wells low on water and same units well water maximum temperature is 150 F. Product discarded. Tech called out on site, units were corrrected at inspection allowing for well water to reach over 180 F so as to be able to maintain product at 135 F or greater. Reviewed how to check thermometer calibration using ice water at 32 F.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(1) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot Holding. 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/4614/AMC-Toolbox---Hot-Holding.

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.12

Inspector's notes

Trash, debris and towel behind ice machine in kitchen, cardboard stashed between cooler and wall. Instructed person in charge to clean areas noted. 6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Addl Notes: Tile/grout missing, liquor room corner, in front of dishroom area, and bar area wall/wall/plumbing has gaps. Instructed person in charge to maintain.

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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

May 7, 2025Routine2 priority1 foundation1 coreC

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedPriority4-703.11

Inspector's notes

In use dish machine measuring 0 ppm chlorine. Instructed person in charge to not use until maintained so as to provide 50-100 ppm chlorine. Reviewed and instructed person in charge to set up three compartment sink until dishmachine is corrected.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-703.11 - Priority: Hot Water and Chemical-Methods; Sanitizing Food Contact Surfaces. 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/4574/AMC-Toolbox---Food-Contact-Surfaces.

#21 — Proper Hot Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

1/3rd pan of green sauce, red sauce and cheese dip holding at 120 -125 F. As per cook product was reheated on stove top this morning before placing in hot well. 3 of 5 hot wells low on water and same units well water maximum temperature is 150 F. Product discarded. Tech called out on site, units were corrrected at inspection allowing for well water to reach over 180 F so as to be able to maintain product at 135 F or greater. Reviewed how to check thermometer calibration using ice water at 32 F.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(1) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot Holding. 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/4614/AMC-Toolbox---Hot-Holding.

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentPriority foundation6-501.111

Inspector's notes

10 small flies in back three compartment sink area. 10+ flies in bar area by soda holster. Instructed person in charge to have licensed pest control out within 10 days and to email me invoice stating as such.

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6-501.111 (C) - Priority Foundation: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.12

Inspector's notes

Trash, debris and towel behind ice machine in kitchen, cardboard stashed between cooler and wall. Instructed person in charge to clean areas noted. 6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Addl Notes: Tile/grout missing, liquor room corner, in front of dishroom area, and bar area wall/wall/plumbing has gaps. Instructed person in charge to maintain.

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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

Feb 11, 2025RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

2024

Oct 9, 2024Routine1 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.11

Inspector's notes

Condensate from cooler overwhelming draining capacity of mop sink causing water to flow outside of mop sink area. Instructed person in charge to maintain so as to drain properly. Tile and wall damage in liquor storeroom, instructed person in charge to repair.

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6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods

Aug 8, 2024RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

Mar 18, 2024Routine1 priority1 coreB°

This establishment is not participating in awards and had 1 priority and 0 priority foundation on this inspection.No county legal action will result from this inspection.Emailed while on site.Person in charge was made aware of their inspection rights. 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 website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: Not Participating,Embargo Lbs: 53,Signer: Sara C

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B), P: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Cold Holding. 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/4576/AMC-Toolbox---Cold-Holding. Line make table holding time temperature control foods at 30 -60 *F. Unit was unplugged. Instructed person in charge to discard all out of temperature time/temperature control foods, do not use until verify holding 41*F or less and how to check thermometer calibration using ice water at 32*F. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-501.12

Core-4-501.12, C: Cutting Surfaces One line cutting board has deep groove and stains. Instructed person in charge to replace or resurface. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

2023

Oct 24, 2023Routine1 priority1 coreB

This establishment received an B grade and had 1 priority and 0 priority foundation on this inspection.No county legal action will result from this inspection.Emailed while on site.Person in charge was made aware of their inspection rights. 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 website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: B,Signer: Sara C

#19 — Proper Reheating Procedures for Hot HoldingPriority3-403.11

PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-403.11, P: Reheating for Hot Holding. 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/4618/AMC-Toolbox---Reheating. Two half 800 pans of green chilli in hot hold unit temping at 110-136°, different temperatures depending on where taken. Stirring product gives a aggregate temperature of 118 °F/ 129 °F. As per cook items all were reheated in reheat pot and placed in hot hold unit at 11:30 am. Hot hold unit is functioning. Product reheated at inspection to over 165 °F. Reviewed reheating, hot holding and how to check thermometer using ice water at 32 °F. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-501.12

Core-4-501.12, C: Cutting Surfaces Two line cutting boards have deep groove and stains. Instructed person in charge to replace or resurface. 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 →