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El Atoron Cantina

A

4828 N 35th Ave, Phoenix 85017

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-12992

Score based on 6 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works

100
Excellent

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Nov 8, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jul 31, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Dec 12, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)May 12, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Aug 15, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jan 27, 2026 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)100
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history6 on record

2026

Jan 27, 2026RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

2025

Aug 15, 2025RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

May 12, 2025RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed warewashing procedures with PIC.

2024

Dec 12, 2024RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

Jul 31, 2024Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed policies and procedures regarding storage and separation of chemicals.

#43 — In-Use Utensils; Properly StoredCore3-304.12

Inspector's notes

Observed ice scoop being stored directly on the top side of ice machine in contact with equipment. Item was not being stored properly to prevent contamination from environment. Ice scoop was sanitized and placed in plastic container. In-use utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location; in running water; or in hot water above 135°F. If utensils are stored in food, the handles must be stored above the surface of the food. All in-use utensils were properly stored at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage

2023

Nov 8, 2023RoutinecleanA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Note:--Facility currently has full seats on toilets. "U"-shaped seats are to be on toilets.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.Signer: Isabel Vega,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 →