Pepes Taco Villa
B°2108 W Camelback Rd, Phoenix 85015
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-07201
Score based on 9 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works
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Inspection history10 on record
2026
Apr 16, 2026Routine1 foundation1 coreB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed pest monitoring and utensil cleaning frequency.
Inspector's notes
Observed menu with reminder/statement that raw/undercooked proteins may increase risk of foodborne illness. Observed menu without disclosure or special symbol noting food item could be served raw/undercooked. Per person in charge (PIC), egg and steak options may be served raw/undercooked. Offering and serving undercooked proteins requires an approved consumer advisory at all points of sale; and shall contain an approved disclosure method and reminder statement. PIC and food employee added special symbol on each menu to every food item on that can be served raw/undercooked. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-603.11 - Priority Foundation: Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw, Undercooked, or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens. 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/4125/Food-SafetyOperator-Resources.
Inspector's notes
Observed accumulation of food debris along floor of walk-in cooler, clean dish rack next to cookline, under/behind/between cookline equipment, under kitchen drink/chip counter, and along floor of mop sink room. Physical facility shall be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Establishment shall clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 2ND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION. 6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Addl Notes: Observed missing/cracked floor tiles in kitchen. Observed missing cove base along walls of kitchen and mop sink room. All floors, walls, and ceilings shall be maintained in good repair and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair facilities prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions
2025
Dec 2, 2025Re-Inspection2 coreA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected. Establishment provided invoice for pest control service and cleaned up accumulations of food debris.
Inspector's notes
A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine 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
Inspector's notes
Observed accumulation of pest droppings below chlorine warewashing machine, accumulation of grease along floor of cookline, accumulation of food debris along floor throughout kitchen area, and accumulation of black organic matter along ceiling of extra seating area bathroom. Physical facility shall be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Establishment shall clean physical facility and repair bathroom ceiling prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions
Nov 20, 2025Routine2 foundation3 coreB
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Establishment shall eliminate pest control issue prior to re-inspection on 12/2/25. Discussed datemarking and consumer advisory requirements.
Inspector's notes
A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine 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
Inspector's notes
Observed can of raid ant/roach spray on floor of utility room adjacent to warewashing area. All pest control for the establishment shall be performed by a certified pest control specialist and chemicals for pest control shall not be stored onsite. Person in charge (PIC) removed pest control chemicals from premises at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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7-202.11 - Priority Foundation: Restriction-Presence and Use
Inspector's notes
Observed German cockroach along floor next to utility room. Per PIC, pest control service is conducted monthly. PIC not able to provide invoice for pest control service during time of inspection. Establishment shall be maintained free of pests and all pest control measures shall be conducted by a licensed pest control specialist. Prior to re-inspection, establishment shall: 1) Receive pest control service from a certified and licensed pest control specialist 2) Clean and remove all food debris, dust, and pest droppings from establishment. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection on 12/2/25.
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6-501.111 (C) - Priority Foundation: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence
Inspector's notes
Observed establishment dumpster with both lid covers open. Receptacles shall be kept covered. Outside receptacles shall be closed with tight fitting lids or doors. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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5-501.113 - Core: Covering Receptacles
Inspector's notes
Observed accumulation of pest droppings below chlorine warewashing machine, accumulation of grease along floor of cookline, accumulation of food debris along floor throughout kitchen area, and accumulation of black organic matter along ceiling of extra seating area bathroom. Physical facility shall be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Establishment shall clean physical facility and repair bathroom ceiling prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions
Jun 18, 2025Routine2 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed wiping cloth use limitation.
Inspector's notes
Observed accumulation of grease along walls of fryer equipment and adjacent cookline equipment. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-601.11(B) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils
Inspector's notes
Observed accumulation of food debris along floor behind cookline equipment, along floor underneath walk-in shelving units, and along floor underneath bar 3-compartment sink. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Instructed person in charge to clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions
Apr 15, 2025Routine1 foundation2 coreB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed consumer advisory requirements, food storage, and handwash sink requirements.
Inspector's notes
Observed 50°F internal temperature, per probe thermometer, of diced tomatoes and shredded cheese in top compartment of prep cooler. Per Person in Charge (PIC), diced tomatoes and shredded cheese were prepared at room temperature and then placed into prep cooler two hours prior to inspection. TCS foods must be cooled in: uncovered/loosely covered, shallow containers less than 4 inches deep, in equipment designed to rapidly cool, by using an ice bath, by using ice as an ingredient, or another effective means. PIC moved containers of shredded cheese and diced tomatoes to walk-in cooler to rapidly cool at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-501.15 (A) - Priority Foundation: Cooling Methods. 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 accumulation of dust along vent covers of walk-in cooler ceiling refrigeration unit and observed accumulation of food debris along wire racks/shelves inside walk-in cooler. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-601.11(B) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils
Inspector's notes
Observed accumulation of grease/food debris along floor behind kitchen cookline and observed accumulation of food debris along floor underneath wire racks/shelves inside walk-in cooler. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Discussed with PIC: limiting production of pest attractants. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions
2024
Dec 11, 2024RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Aug 30, 2024RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Proper Cold Holding Temperatures (i.e. - walk-in cooler)
Apr 10, 2024Routine1 coreA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.A copy of this report will be emailed. 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: A,Signer: Citlali Canales
Repeat Violation Core-3-304.12 , C: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage Observed ice scoop being stored within the ice machine. Employee removed the ice scoop and placed it in a separate container during the time of inspection. Ensure utensils are being stored properly to prevent contamination from the environment. Repeat Violations: 2nd
2023
Nov 1, 2023Routine3 coreA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.NOTE:Facility has in current use following homestyle equipment in food preparation area:- Magic Chef refrigerator/freezer,Hamilton Beach (2x) and Panasonic microwave ovens.Food permit is to have approved, commercial grade equipment throughout facility that is used for customer production.Provided following MCESD handout(s) via email:--MCEHC changes (i.e.-Certified Food Protection Manager must be present during all hours of operation)"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.Emailed inspection report.Award: A,Signer: Cutlali Caneles
Core-3-304.12 , C: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage Ice scoop found sitting atop ice maker on unprotected surface. Properly store food equipment in a manner to protect food contact surfaces from becoming potentially contaminated. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Core-4-602.13, C: Nonfood Contact Surfaces Residue build up found on wire shelving in walk-in cooler. Clean shelving at a frequency to prevent build up. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Residue build up found along equipment edges and underneath equipment. Clean flooring at a frequency to prevent build up. 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 →