Carniceria Guasave
B°3632 W Mcdowell Rd, Phoenix 85009
Food Establishment - Meat Market · Permit FD-12958
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Inspection history12 on record
2026
Jan 5, 2026Routine3 foundation2 coreB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Observed un-labeled containers of asiento (rendered lard with cooked meat particulate) on top of the meat counter displayed for retail sale. The person in charge stated the asiento is prepared in the establishment left over from carnitas cooking process. Discussed asiento containing cooked meat particulate as a TCS food product that must be date marked and under time/temperature control for safety.
Inspector's notes
Observed no certified food protection manger on site at the 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. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed no bodily fluid clean up kit or written instructions for cleaning bodily fluids.
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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. Predefined Comment: Written procedures for clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events is required onsite at all times. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed wiping cloths, sani bucket, and cleaning sponge stored inside the hand wash sink.
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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. Predefined Comment: PIC will ensure establishment discontinues use of handwash sink for all activities that are not for handwashing. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed a buildup of encrusted raw meat particulate on the guide of the meat saw band of the meat saw table.
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4-601.11(A) - Priority Foundation: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils. 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. Predefined Comment: All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch. Discussed cleaning frequency to include disassembly of food contact components to wash-rinse-sanitize at least every 4 hours. Predefined Comment: PIC relocated all food-contact surfaces to warewashing area to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized at the time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed ROP fish in thawed state inside the meat case. Observed ROP fish package contained label fish to be removed from package when thawed.
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3-501.13 - Core: Thawing Predefined Comment: All ROP fish labeled "Keep Frozen" must be removed completely from reduced oxygen packaging (ROP) prior to thawing under refrigeration or immediately after thawing under cold running water. All ROP fish was removed from ROP packaging at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
2025
Sep 12, 2025RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Jun 10, 2025Routine1 foundation1 coreall corrected on siteB
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed deli slicer in back counter with an accumulation of dried food debris around blade, food plate, and sliding plate at time of inspection. Explained to person in charge (PIC) that food contact surfaces not in use should be cleaned by washing and sanitizing after use. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch when not in use. PIC relocated all food-contact surfaces to warewashing area to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized at the time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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4-601.11(A) - Priority Foundation: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed bagged tilapia thawing in the meat display case at time of inspection. Explained to PIC that all ROP fish labeled "Keep Frozen" must be removed completely from reduced oxygen packaging (ROP) prior to thawing under refrigeration or immediately after thawing under cold running water. All ROP fish was removed from ROP packaging at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-501.13 - Core: Thawing
Feb 25, 2025Routine1 foundation1 coreB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
****2nd Consecutive Violation**** Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) at establishment at time of inspection. A 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 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
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Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink at time of inspection. Explained to PIC that handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. PIC provided hand drying provision for handwash sink at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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6-301.12 - Priority Foundation: Hand Drying Provision. 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.
2024
Dec 18, 2024Routine1 foundation1 coreB
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) at establishment at time of inspection. A 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 food debris in the handwashing sink at time of inspection. Explained to person in charge (PIC) that handwashing sinks (specifically because this is also the only one available in the facility for both permits) must be used only for handwashing purposes. All other warewashing and prepping must be done at the designated sinks in the facility. PIC will ensure establishment discontinues use of handwash sink for all activities that are not for handwashing. 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.
Aug 28, 2024Re-InspectioncleanA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected.
Aug 13, 2024Re-Inspection1 foundationB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed live roaches located in the back cooking area, underneath the 3 compartment sink at time of re-inspection. PIC was able to provide recent invoice dated 8/7/24 specifying the presence and treatment of German roaches. PIC states they have been receiving frequent treatment due to the summer months.
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Repeat Violation 6-501.111 (C) - Priority Foundation: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence 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. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection on 08/26/24. **2nd consecutive violation**
Aug 1, 2024Routine1 priority1 foundation1 coreB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed bottles of meat marinade stored underneath bottles of Fabuloso and soap in the back storage area. Person in charge (PIC) states the marinade is used for their raw meat products.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-201.11 - Priority: Separation-Storage Predefined Comment: Chemicals must be stored away from food, utensils, and single service items at all times to prevent contamination. All chemicals were relocated and properly stored by PIC at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed 2 bags of raw meat in a container next to the 3 comp sink at time of inspection. PIC states they are thawing the meat to prep and cut. Meat had been out of the walk-in for 2 hours.
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3-501.13 - Core: Thawing Predefined Comment: All foods being thawed from frozen must be thawed in an approved manner. Foods must be thawed under refrigeration, under cold running water, or as part of the cooking process. PIC placed the raw meat in the walk in to continue the thawing process from frozen. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed live roaches located in the back cooking area, alongside the back wall and underneath meat display case. PIC was able to provide recent invoices dated 7/18 & 7/25 specifying the presence and treatment of German and sewer roaches. PIC states they have been receiving frequent treatment due to the summer months.
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6-501.111 (C) - Priority Foundation: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence 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. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection on 08/12/24.
Apr 29, 2024Routine2 coreall corrected on siteA°
Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager.......No certified food-service manager present. Provide a certified food-service manager during all hours of operation. This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0_ Priority, 0_ Priority Foundation and _4 Core Violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.The inspection report was 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.SPANISHEl 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.At Office: N,Award: Not Participating,Embargo Lbs: 0,Food Handler Cards: 0,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Number of Employees: 0,Number of Samples: 0,Printed In Spanish: N,Revoke / Suspend: N,Signer: Teresa Hernandez,Water Sample: N
Core-3-304.14, C: Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation........There were numerous damp and/or used wiping cloths stored on the cutting boards and countertops, with no wiping-cloth bucket made up. The meat manager was then asked to make up a chlorine sanitizer bucket and check its concentration- okay at 100 ppm chlorine. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Repeat Violation Core-5-501.113, C: Covering Receptacles........The dumpster lids were left open, Also, a trash barrel with no lid was near the front outdoor cooking area. Flies were present. Cover and close all dumpster lids and trash barrels to avoid attracting flies and fly breeding. Core-5-501.115, C: Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures.......There were excessive empty meat boxes stored outside the rear door. Flies were present. Have the empty meat boxes discarded more frequently to avoid fly breeding and fly attraction. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection,Repeat Violations: 4th
2023
Dec 11, 2023Routine1 coreA°
Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection ManagerThis establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had _0 Priority, _0 Priority Foundation and 3_ Core Violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.The inspection report was 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.SPANISHEl 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.At Office: N,Award: Not Participating,Embargo Lbs: 0,Food Handler Cards: 0,Food Manager Licenses: 0,Number of Employees: 0,Number of Samples: 0,Printed In Spanish: N,Revoke / Suspend: N,Signer: Teresa Hernandez,Water Sample: N
Repeat Violation Core-5-501.113, C: Covering Receptacles.......Observed the dumpster lid was left open. Maintain closed at all times- corrected by manager. Core-5-501.115, C: Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures.......Observed the ground around the dumpster and outside rear door had excessive trash, debris, and grease residue. Clean up the outside area and maintain clean. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 3rd
Oct 18, 2023Routine1 priority2 coreB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager>>>At time of inspection none of the present staff were able to provide documentation verifying that they are a Certified Food Protection Managers. Maricopa County requires all establishments that serve open food, which requires time/temperature control for food safety, to have at least one (1) Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on staff. The Person in Charge shall be a Certified Food Protection Manager and is required to be onsite during the hours of operation. Correct by next routine inspection. ***3rd CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION***No County legal action will result from this inspection.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: Not Participating,Signer: Camerino 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.>>>Observed raw sliced beef in the middle section of the raw meat display case with internal temperature of 47*F via probe thermometer at time of inspection. Per person in charge (PIC) beef was sliced less than 4 hours prior to inspection. Explained to PIC that all time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must be kept at 41*F or below at all times. Ambient temperature of middle section of raw meat display case read 46*F via min/max thermometer at beginning of inspection. All other TCS food in meat display and all other sections measured at 41*F or below via probe and min/max thermometer. PIC moved raw beef to walk in unit to cool down to 41*F or below at time of inspection. Large bags of left over raw cut beef were placed along the bottom air vents obstructing air in the middle section of the raw meat display case. PIC removed all objects obstructing air flow and placed in the walk in at time of inspection. The ambient temperature of the middle section of meat display case read 41*F with min/max thermometer by the end of inspection. Instructed PIC to refrain from placing unnecessary items in the display case and not obstruct air flow to allow the unit to maintain 41*F or below temperature uniformly. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Repeat Violation Core-5-501.115, C: Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures>>>Observed excessive empty meat boxes and other empty boxes stored outside the back door of the establishment. PIC states they have employee break down boxes and transfer to trash during the evenings. Explained to PIC the need to increase cleaning frequency of empty meat boxes in order to prevent fly attraction. Please have boxes broken down and transferred to trash frequently. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd
Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions>>>Observed buildup and food debris behind meat display case and cutting area of the kitchen. Explained to PIC the importance of routinely deep cleaning facility to prevent accumulation of debris and attraction of pests. Please have kitchen floors and walls deep cleaned and develop schedule to avoid accumulation. Please fix prior to next routine inspection. 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 →