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Pueblo Viejo Restaurant

B

16615 N Cave Creek Rd, Phoenix 85032

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-10605

Score based on 9 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works

94
Excellent

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Aug 15, 2023 — Routine — score 95 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Dec 11, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Mar 18, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Aug 12, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Oct 8, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Mar 21, 2025 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Jun 23, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Nov 6, 2025 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Mar 26, 2026 — Routine — score 78 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 2 core)78
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history10 on record

2026

Mar 26, 2026Routine1 priority1 foundation2 coreB

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed with PIC: provided vomit and diarrhea clean up procedures at the time of inspection, removing old equipment, storage of food items, cooling methods, cooking times, consumer advisory guidelines

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Observed no certified food manager on site at the time of inspection. 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. Consecutive repeat violation: 4th.

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Repeat Violation 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

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation5-205.11

Inspector's notes

Observed handwashing sink on the cookline blocked with portable AC unit at the time of inspection. Handwashing sinks must be maintained so accessible at all times and not used for other purposes than handwashing. PIC relocated all items blocking handwash sink at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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5-205.11 - Priority Foundation: Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance. 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/4573/AMC-Toolbox: Handwashing.

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

Observed prep table on the cookline holding TCS foods between 44*F-50*F at the time of inspection. Observed pico 46*F, cut lettuce 44*F, cheese 50*F, cooked jalapenos 46*F in the cold table. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. Eggs not treated to destroy Salmonellae can be stored in equipment that maintains an ambient air temperature of 45°F or below. Per PIC, TCS food items had been moved into the cold table 3 hours prior to the time of inspection. All TCS foods improperly cold held were relocated to alternative functioning refrigeration unit to rapidly cool to 41°F at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B) - Priority: 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.

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Inspector's notes

Observed three compartment sink leaking into container underneath sink at the time of inspection. Also observed missing handwashing sink faucet handle for restroom at the time of inspection. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection.

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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained

2025

Nov 6, 2025Routine2 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

No Certified Food Protection Manager was present at the establishment during time of inspection. 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. Repeat Violation: 3rd consecutive violation.

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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

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentCore6-501.112

Inspector's notes

Observed a broken down ice machine located back of house not in use but had a dead roach inside. Any out-of-service, water-contact equipment provides a significant pest attractant, as residual moisture and secluded interior spaces create an ideal environment for pests like cockroaches to nest and breed. Instructed PIC to remove the machine from the premises before the next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-501.112 - Core: Removing Dead or Trapped Birds, Insects, Rodents and other Pests

Jun 23, 2025Routine1 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed proper food handling and food storage bags.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

No Certified Food Protection Manager was present at the establishment during time of inspection. 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. Repeat Violation: 2nd consecutive violation.

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Repeat Violation 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

Mar 21, 2025Routine2 coreA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed sanitizer types and different sanitizer test strips.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

No Certified Food Protection Manager was present at the establishment during time of inspection. PIC stated they were in the process of obtaining a certificate. 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

#41 — Wiping Cloths; Properly Used and StoredCore3-304.14

Inspector's notes

Observed wet wiping cloths sitting on prep tables outside of sanitizer solution. All wet wiping cloths must be stored in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations. Wiping cloths were placed in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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3-304.14 - Core: Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation

Mar 10, 2025Advisorynot scoredclean

2024

Oct 8, 2024RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed:- Glove usage and bare hand contact.- Storing food items in food-safe bags instead of plastic garbage bags.

Aug 12, 2024Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed:- Increasing the frequency at which cold holding unit temperatures are checked.- MCESD's guidelines on creating a vomit and diarrheal incident cleanup plan; PIC was given handout.

#41 — Wiping Cloths; Properly Used and StoredCore3-304.14

Inspector's notes

Observed wet wiping cloths sitting on counters outside of sanitizer solution. All wet wiping cloths must be stored in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations. Wiping cloths were placed in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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3-304.14 - Core: Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation

Mar 18, 2024RoutinecleanA

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. Report emailed.El 1 de julio de 2023, el Departamento de Servicios Ambientales comenzó a enviar por correo electrónico la(s) tarjeta(s) de permiso y la(s) factura(s) de permiso a los permisionarios. Necesitamos una dirección de correo electrónico actual y precisa en el archivo para asegurarnos de que reciba una copia de su tarjeta de permiso y factura(s) al momento de la renovación.Si no está seguro si su dirección de correo electrónico es correcta, puede:• Comuníquese con su inspector usando el número de teléfono o correo electrónico en su último informe de inspección para revisar, o• Comuníquese con el Departamento usando las direcciones de correo electrónico a continuación,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (instalaciones tales como comida rápida)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (instalaciones que son restaurantes de servicio completo)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (instalaciones como supermercados o mercados minoristas de alimentos)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (comida móvil/eventos especiales/revisión del plan)Si necesita actualizar su dirección de correo electrónico u otra información de contacto, envíe un formulario de solicitud de cambio administrativo en el sitio web a continuación: https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.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.Award: A,Signer: Arnoldo Holguin

2023

Dec 11, 2023RoutinecleanA

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. Report emailed.El 1 de julio de 2023, el Departamento de Servicios Ambientales comenzó a enviar por correo electrónico la(s) tarjeta(s) de permiso y la(s) factura(s) de permiso a los permisionarios. Necesitamos una dirección de correo electrónico actual y precisa en el archivo para asegurarnos de que reciba una copia de su tarjeta de permiso y factura(s) al momento de la renovación.Si no está seguro si su dirección de correo electrónico es correcta, puede:• Comuníquese con su inspector usando el número de teléfono o correo electrónico en su último informe de inspección para revisar, o• Comuníquese con el Departamento usando las direcciones de correo electrónico a continuación,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (instalaciones tales como comida rápida)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (instalaciones que son restaurantes de servicio completo)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (instalaciones como supermercados o mercados minoristas de alimentos)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (comida móvil/eventos especiales/revisión del plan)Si necesita actualizar su dirección de correo electrónico u otra información de contacto, envíe un formulario de solicitud de cambio administrativo en el sitio web a continuación: https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: A,Signer: Arnoldo Holquin

Aug 15, 2023Routine1 foundationB

This establishment received a(n) B Grade and had 0 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection. Report emailed.El Departamento de Servicios Ambientales comenzara a mandar las tarjetas de permiso(s) y las facturas del permiso(s) a través de correo electrónico en los siguientes meses. Necesitamos verificar que tenemos el correo electrónico actual y preciso en el sistema para asegurarnos que usted reciba su copia de la tarjeta de permiso(s) y facturas al renovar. Si no estás seguro si tenemos el correo electrónico actual y correcto, usted puede: • Contactar a su inspector usando el número de teléfono o correo electrónico escrito en el ultimo reporte de su inspección para revisar, o • Contactar el Departamento directamente usando los siguientes correos electrónicos, dependiendo en la categoría de su instalación, o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (Instalaciones de comida rápida)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (Instalaciones de restaurantes de servicio completo) o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (Instalaciones tales como supermercados y mercados minoristas de alimentos) o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (Comida móvil/Eventos especiales/Revisión del plan) Nota: Si usted necesita actualizar su correo electrónico y/u otra información del contacto, por favor envié un formulario de solicitud de cambio administrativo en el sitio web a continuación, https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181 o llame al 602-506-6824.Award: B,Signer: Arnoldo Holguin

#33 — Proper Cooling Methods Used; Adequate Equipment for Temperature ControlPriority foundation4-301.11

Priority Foundation-4-301.11, Pf: 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. Observed that the prep station had a temperature of 50F, measured with a calibrated min/max thermometer. Cold holding units must be capable of keeping TSC foods, including cut lettuce, cut tomatoes and whole shell eggs. The PIC stated that the unit had just stopped working and the foods had only been in the unit for 30 minutes, TCS foods were moved to a functioning cold holding unit next to the prep station. The establishment has sufficient functioning cold holding units to operate. Proof of repair of unit may be submitted by email prior to reinspection within 10 days. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

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 →