Cuban Foods
A10649 N 43rd Ave, Phoenix 85029
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-22925
Score based on 11 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works
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Inspection history12 on record
2026
Jun 10, 2026Routine2 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed handwashing scenarios and food safe containers.
Inspector's notes
Observed container of raw beef stored above whole tomatoes inside walk-in cooler. All raw animal proteins shall be stored below ready-to-eat (RTE) foods and stored according to cooking temperature at all times to prevent cross contamination. Person in charge (PIC) properly stored raw beef according to the final cooking temperature based on the cooking parameters in § 3-401.11 of the Food Code. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-302.11 (A3-8) - Core: Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation, Packaging, and Segregation; General Food Protection. 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/4621/AMC-Toolbox---Cross-Contamination.
Inspector's notes
Observed accumulation of food debris under/behind cookline equipment and back storage room racks. Physical facility shall be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Discussed limiting pest attractants with PIC. Establishment shall clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions
Feb 10, 2026Routine1 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed heavy black organic matter built up on the bottom of the oven. Educated the Person in Charge (PIC) about cleaning frequency requirements. The cavities and door seals of ovens shall be cleaned at least every 24 hours. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-602.12 - Core: Cooking and Baking Equipment. 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.
2025
Dec 2, 2025RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Jun 17, 2025RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Mar 26, 2025RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
2024
Nov 20, 2024Routine1 priorityB
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed TCS mayonnaise stored on a shelf at room temperature. The internal temperature was 75 degrees F. The container stated, "Refrigerate after opening". The mayonnaise was recommended for discard. Discussed maintaining TCS foods at 41 degrees F or below.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B) - Priority: 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.
Jul 11, 2024RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Jul 10, 2024RoutinecleanA°
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Mar 12, 2024Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB
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.Report emailedOn 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: Manual Cias
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 approximately 200 shelled eggs sitting out at room temperature. Per PIC, eggs had been out for approximately 6 hours. The internal temperature was 72 degrees F. The eggs were recommended for discard- see embargo form. Discussed cold holding Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
2023
Oct 25, 2023RoutinecleanA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Reviewed date marking procedures and proper storage of shelled eggsNo County legal action will result from this inspection.Report emailedOn 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: Manuel Cias
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 →