Federico's Mexican Food
A20350 N Cave Creek Rd, Phoenix 85024
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-13607
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
Apr 21, 2026RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Of Note: Discussed hand sink requirements with PIC.
2025
Nov 24, 2025Routine1 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed in use knife storage with cook.
Inspector's notes
Observed no certified food protection manager on site 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
Jun 23, 2025RoutinecleanA
Calibrated thermometer. No violations noted at time of inspection. Emailed the cooling methods handout.No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Apr 1, 2025Routine1 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
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 21, 2024Routine1 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
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
Jul 23, 2024Routine1 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. 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 1, 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 delivered via email. Reviewed approved food storage containers. Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager - Must be present during hours of operation At the time of inspection, food safety managers certification not available. Ensure person in charge (PIC) obtains food safety managers certification and maintains it available for inspection.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-RequestForm-181.Award: A,Signer: Bolangez G.
2023
Oct 6, 2023RoutinecleanA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM): Person in charge (PIC) did not have a CFPM certification. Advised that the PIC shall be the Certified Food Protection Manager, and must be present during all hours of operation. --2nd violationNo County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report emailed and verified. 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-RequestForm-181.Award: A,Signer: Jose A.
Aug 23, 2023Routine2 coreA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM): Establishment's Manager with a food protection manager certification was not present during food service. Advised Person in Charge (PIC) that the PIC shall be the Certified Food Protection Manager, and per paragraph 2-101.11, and be present during all hours of operation. PIC stated they will notify management.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.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Emailed inspection report.Award: A,Signer: Elsa D. Person in Charge
Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Observed debris underneath storage racks in dry storage area. Advised person in charge (PIC) that areas underneath equipment shall be cleaned to sight and touch and at a frequency to prevent debris build up. PIC stated they will have areas underneath equipment cleaned more thoroughly and frequently. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Core-6-202.11, C: Light Bulbs, Protective Shielding Observed missing ceiling light panels throughout kitchen. Advised person in charge (PIC) that light bulbs shall be shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant in areas where there is exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; or unwrapped single-service and single use articles. PIC stated they will notify the manager to have the ceiling light panels replaced. 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 →