Carniceria El Bronco
A6305 W Mcdowell Rd, Phoenix 85035
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-12705
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 history9 on record
2026
Jun 23, 2026Routine2 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed storage of raw protein in the walk-in cooler, sanitizer at the 3-compartment sink, cooling containers and hot holding on the large grill.
Inspector's notes
Observed some wiping cloths stored dry on cutting boards. 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
Inspector's notes
Observed handwashing sink next to the walk-in cooler door that is starting to become detached from the wall. Discussed with person in charge to seal the handwashing sink to the wall using silicone or caulking so that the sink is smooth and flush to the wall. The person in charge will reseal the handwashing sink. All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair all equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-402.11 - Core: Fixed Equipment, Spacing or Sealing-Installation
Jan 27, 2026RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
2025
Oct 13, 2025Routine1 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed ice build-up along door of walk-in freezer causing door to remain slightly open. Discussed removing ice to allow to door to fully close. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment
Jul 9, 2025RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Feb 11, 2025Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed cooked carne asada with internal temperature of 123°F in hot holding unit. Per manager, meat was cooked and placed in hot holding unit about 1 hour prior. Other items in unit maintained internal temperatures at 135°F or above. All TCS foods improperly hot held were reheated to 165°F at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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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.
2024
Nov 7, 2024RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Jul 23, 2024Routine1 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed loose hot water handle at outdoor hand washing sink. Discussed repairing/replacing handle with person in charge (PIC). All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained
Feb 7, 2024Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB
Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager--Establishment did not have a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) present during inspection. Please have a CFPM present during all operation hours. Provided handout with changes to Food Code. SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION.This establishment received a(n) B Grade and had 1 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection rights signed by Linda L.Report 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 websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: B,Signer: Linda Lopez
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. Calibrated thermometer with kitchen staff. Observed shrimp cocktail and pasta salad containing cooked shrimp in cold holding unit with internal temperatures ranging between 47°F to 50°F. Per kitchen staff TCS items had be placed out for service about an hour prior. Other TCS food items in unit had internal temperatures of 41°F or below. Staff placed items in refrigerator to cool back down to 41°F. Discussed regularly monitoring cold held TCS food items for service to ensure a temperature of 41°F or below is maintained with with person in charge (PIC). Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
2023
Nov 15, 2023Routine2 coreA
Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager--Establishment did not have a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) present during inspection. Please have a CFPM present during all operation hours. Provided handout with changes to Food Code.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 rights signed by Imad W.Report 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 websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: A,Signer: Imad Warda
Core-6-202.15, C: Outer Openings, Protected Observed gap at bottom of back exit door. Discussed installing a door sweep or weather stripping to ensure all gaps are sealed. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Repeat Violation Core-4-501.12, C: Cutting Surfaces Observed cutting board on prep table heavily scratched and scored. Discussed having cutting board replaced or resurfaced to ensure a smooth, easily cleanable surface. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd
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 →