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Arizona Mucho Taco

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914 N Alma School Rd, Chandler 85224

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-12255

Score based on 12 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works

94
Excellent

Chandler restaurant avg: 93

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Oct 9, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jan 25, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jun 7, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Nov 4, 2024 — Routine — score 68 (1 priority, 3 foundation, 2 core)Nov 4, 2024 — Re-Inspection — score 73 (1 priority, 2 foundation, 2 core)Nov 14, 2024 — Re-Inspection — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Feb 4, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Jun 16, 2025 — Routine — score 85 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Oct 13, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Feb 12, 2026 — Routine — score 94 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 1 core)Feb 18, 2026 — Re-Inspection — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)May 26, 2026 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)98
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history12 on record

2026

May 26, 2026Routine2 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

No CFPM onsite 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.

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Repeat Violation *Second consecutive 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

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentCore6-202.15

Inspector's notes

Observed a light gap on the bottom and sides of the back floor when shut. Discussed replacing weather stripping and sweep to restore a tight seal when shut that helps prevent pest entry. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-202.15 - Core: Outer Openings, Protected

Feb 18, 2026Re-Inspection1 coreA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected. PIC provided proof of pest control and ongoing pest management.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

No CFPM onsite 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.

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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

Feb 12, 2026Routine1 foundation1 coreB°

A re-inspection will take place on 2/20/2026 to ensure priority foundation violation #38 has been corrected.No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

No CFPM onsite 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.

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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 PresentPriority foundation6-501.111

Inspector's notes

Observed 5-10 live adult roaches, 3 of which were observed with attached egg sacks. PIC stated they have not observed activity. 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. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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

2025

Oct 13, 2025RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report emailed.

Jun 16, 2025Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report emailed.

#23 — Proper Date Marking and DispositionPriority3-501.18

Inspector's notes

Observed metal pan of carnitas in the walk in cooked 06-08. RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1). All RTE/TCS foods past 7 days of preparation were discarded by PIC at the time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.18 - Priority: Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Disposition. 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.

Feb 4, 2025Routine1 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report emailed to person in charge (PIC).

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

No certified food protection manager observed at 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.

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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

2024

Nov 14, 2024Re-InspectioncleanA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected.

Nov 4, 2024Routine1 priority3 foundation2 coreC

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report was emailed to the person in charge. Additional guidance documents for temperature and vomiting clean up were provided in Spanish to the person in charge.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Person in charge on site at time of inspection did not have a valid certified food protection manager certificate. It was also observed that the certificate on file for the additional CFPM expired last year. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation and not to be expired. 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

#5 — Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal EventsPriority foundation2-501.11

Inspector's notes

A cleanup procedure for vomit and diarrhea was not available on site at the time of inspection. Written procedures for clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events is required onsite at all times. A guidance document was provided on site to the person in charge indicating written process and procedure. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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2-501.11 - Priority Foundation: Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events. 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.

#23 — Proper Date Marking and DispositionPriority3-501.18

Inspector's notes

Observed 4 containers of cooked beef soup (caldo de res) to have a discard date mark of 11/02 the current date is 11/04. The soup has exceeded the 7 day for date marking and use. The soup was discarded at the time of inspection by the person in charge (PIC). RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1). Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.18 - Priority: Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Disposition. 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.

#25 — Consumer Advisory Provided for Raw or Undercooked FoodPriority foundation3-603.11

Inspector's notes

Observed a consumer advisory notice on the wall by the register, but it did not have an asterisk referencing the specific food items on the menu board right behind. The menu board also did not have the asterisk for the corresponding food items that are served undercooked. Offering and serving undercooked proteins requires an approved consumer advisory at all points of sale; and must contain an approved disclosure method and reminder statement. Must provide approved consumer advisory at all points of sale prior to re-inspection scheduled for 11/14/24.

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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.

#39 — Contamination Prevented during Food Preparation, Storage and DisplayCore3-305.11

Inspector's notes

Observed a container of beef tripe in a container on the floor and jalapenos in a container on the floor in the walk-in cooler. Food must be stored at least 6 inches off the ground at all times to prevent contamination from the premises. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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3-305.11 - Core: Food Storage - Preventing Contamination from the Premises

#50 — Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate PressurePriority foundation5-103.11

Inspector's notes

Water temperature was observed measuring between 75-85 at the hand sinks and ware washing sinks at the time of inspection. Hot water of: 100°F is required at all handwash sinks; 110°F at all other sinks; 120°F at mechanical warewashing units sanitizing with chemicals; and 140°F at mechanical warewashing units sanitizing with high temperature. Provide adequate hot water at all sink fixtures prior to re-inspection. Corrective Action: Correct within 24 hours, a reinspection has been scheduled for 11/05.

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5-103.11 - Priority Foundation: Capacity-Quantity and Availability

Nov 4, 2024Re-Inspection1 priority2 foundation2 coreB°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: Upon re-inspection, violation due for correction have been corrected. Hot water throughout the establishment was measured at 127F. Continue to correct the violation in regard to the consumer advisory. A reinspection is scheduled for 11/14/24.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Person in charge on site at time of inspection did not have a valid certified food protection manager certificate. It was also observed that the certificate on file for the additional CFPM expired last year. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation and not to be expired. 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

#5 — Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal EventsPriority foundation2-501.11

Inspector's notes

A cleanup procedure for vomit and diarrhea was not available on site at the time of inspection. Written procedures for clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events is required onsite at all times. A guidance document was provided on site to the person in charge indicating written process and procedure. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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2-501.11 - Priority Foundation: Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events. 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.

#23 — Proper Date Marking and DispositionPriority3-501.18

Inspector's notes

Observed 4 containers of cooked beef soup (caldo de res) to have a discard date mark of 11/02 the current date is 11/04. The soup has exceeded the 7 day for date marking and use. The soup was discarded at the time of inspection by the person in charge (PIC). RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1). Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.18 - Priority: Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Disposition. 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.

#25 — Consumer Advisory Provided for Raw or Undercooked FoodPriority foundation3-603.11

Inspector's notes

Observed a consumer advisory notice on the wall by the register, but it did not have an asterisk referencing the specific food items on the menu board right behind. The menu board also did not have the asterisk for the corresponding food items that are served undercooked. Offering and serving undercooked proteins requires an approved consumer advisory at all points of sale; and must contain an approved disclosure method and reminder statement. Must provide approved consumer advisory at all points of sale prior to re-inspection scheduled for 11/14/24.

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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.

#39 — Contamination Prevented during Food Preparation, Storage and DisplayCore3-305.11

Inspector's notes

Observed a container of beef tripe in a container on the floor and jalapenos in a container on the floor in the walk-in cooler. Food must be stored at least 6 inches off the ground at all times to prevent contamination from the premises. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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3-305.11 - Core: Food Storage - Preventing Contamination from the Premises

Jun 7, 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.Inspection report emailed to Owner./Manager****The Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees in the coming months. 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)Note: 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 or call 602-506-6824.Award: A,Signer: Jorge Bracamontes, Owner/Manager

Jan 25, 2024RoutinecleanA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Owner stated that additional print of consumer advisory notice shall be posted at a more visible location by next routine inspection. No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report emailed to Owner. ****The Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees in the coming months. 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)Note: 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 or call 602-506-6824.Award: A,Signer: Jorge Bracamontes, Owner's son

2023

Oct 9, 2023RoutinecleanA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Recommended relocate Consumer Advisory Notice to a more visible location. No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report sent to Business's email. ****The Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees in the coming months. 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)Note: 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 or call 602-506-6824.Signer: Jorge Bracamontes, Owner's son,Award: A

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 →