The Taco Spot IV LLC
A13011 W Greenway Rd, El Mirage 85335
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-23-05691
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Inspection history8 on record
2026
Apr 17, 2026Routine1 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Si tiene alguna pregunta sobre este reporte de inspección, o le gustaría repasar lo con alguien en español, favor de llamar a nuestros enlaces hispanos al (602) 463-3132 o (602) 526-6123. If you have any questions regarding this inspection report or would like to review it with someone in Spanish, please contact our language liaisons at (602) 463-3132 or (602) 526-6123.
Inspector's notes
Observed an in-use ice machine with black, slimy, organic-like material growing behind the deflector panel. Per PIC ice from the machine is used in customer drinks. Educated PIC that ice is considered a food item when used in customer drinks. Instructed PIC in clean-in-place procedure using a hot soapy rinse, hot water rinse, and hot water plus sanitizer rinse. Correct by next routine inspection.
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4-602.11 (E) - Core: Equipment Food - Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency; Non-TCS. 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
Jul 22, 2025Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Si tiene alguna pregunta sobre este reporte de inspección, o le gustaría repasar lo con alguien en español, favor de llamar a nuestros enlaces hispanos al (602) 463-3132 o (602) 526-6123. If you have any questions regarding this inspection report or would like to review it with someone in Spanish, please contact our language liaisons at (602) 463-3132 or (602) 526-6123.
Inspector's notes
Observed a hot holding line with carne asada and rice being stored inside to-go "Thank You" bags. Per PIC the food was cooked then placed inside of the bags on the holding line 2hrs prior to time of inspection. Educated PIC that the use of non-food grade bags (including to-go bags and trash bags) is not approved for storage of open food items to prevent migration of deleterious substances. PIC discarded all contaminated food at time of inspection. Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-102.11 (A)(1) and (B)(1) - Priority: Characteristics-Single-Service and Single-Use; Migration of Deleterious Substances; Safe
Mar 13, 2025Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed only placing TCS food items held at or below 41*F inside of drawer prep-unit.//Discussed placing a heat shield in between grill top and drawer perp-unit.
Inspector's notes
Observed TCS food items with an internal temperature of 51*F registered with an internal probe thermometer. TCS food items included sliced cheese, cooled al pastor meat, and raw chicken. All TCS food items were left inside a drawer prep-unit overnight. Ambient temperature of drawer unit registered at 43*F with a min/max thermometer. All TCS foods improperly cold held were discarded by PIC at time of inspection. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. Eggs not treated to destroy Salmonellae can be stored in equipment that maintains an ambient air temperature of 45°F or below. Corrected at time of inspection.
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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.
2024
May 23, 2024Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB
This establishment received a B Grade and had 1 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager. Each food establishment that provides open foods and/or TCS (Temperature Controlled for Safety) foods, shall have at least one (1) Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on site during operation hours. Provide a Certified Food Protection Manager certificate from an ANSI approved program (see website).https://www.maricopa.gov/5114/Food-RestaurantsInspection report emailed.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: B,Embargo Lbs: 120,Food Manager Licenses: 0,Signer: Sayra E.
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. Salsa verde and salsa chile de arbol with internal temperatures between 74 degrees F and 76 degrees F being stored on a shelf near the three compartment sink. Product is labeled "Keep Refrigerated" and was received on 5/16/2024. PIC discarded the product at time of inspection. Reviewed with PIC that these sauces need to be stored in the cooler at future deliveries. Salsa verde and salsa chile de arbol with internal temperatures between 51 degrees F and 52 degrees F stored in a glass door cooler near the cash register. Ambient temperature of the unit was found to be 49.6 degrees F using a min/max thermometer. Salsas have been in the cooler since last night and were discarded. Recommended to PIC to keep sauces/salsas in an alternate cooler or on ice as long as the internal temperature remains below 41 degrees F. Cooler on cashier line stores bottled beverages. Ensure all TCS items are held at an internal temperature of 41 degrees F or below. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
2023
Nov 30, 2023Reviewnot scoredclean
Final construction inspection. Construction complete and approved.This establishment/operation has been evaluated and qualifies for the issuance of the permit. To complete the permitting process, meaning issuance of this permit, and begin operation, the applicant must first submit payment of the annual operating permit fee to the Department’s Administrative Services. Note that fees paid up to this inspection approval did not include the annual operating permit fee. PAYMENT with a credit/debit card can be made via phone at 602-506-6824, Option 2. Payment with a credit/debit card can be made on-line via select “Pay a Fee” at esd.maricopa.gov. Please note that if you select payment via online, the annual operating permit fee invoice may take up to 7 business days to post online. Checks and money orders are also accepted via US Mail. If you select payment via US Mail. For further instructions on mail in payments please refer to the printed invoice.Per MCEHC Chapter I, Regs 4 & 5, no person shall conduct an operation or operate an establishment for which a permit is required without holding the necessary and valid permit to do so. No operating permit is valid, until the permit fee is received by the Department. It is also the responsibility of the permit holder/owner to notify MCESD if there are contact/ billing address changes.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 website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Store prepares all food fresh.Permit issued Eating and Drinking Class III 10+ SeatingStore will have a certified food manager.No County Legal action will result from this inspection.Award: Not Participating,Food Manager Licenses: 0,Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: QA ML,Signer: 0
Nov 29, 2023Reviewnot scoredclean
First inspection for the restaurant. Construction is about complete. Please follow up on the items below before your next inspection:1). Please install an additional light in the back room near the dish wash sink.2). The backflow valve at the soda station will need to be changed out for a Reduced Pressure Zone. This valve will need to be mounted and you will be required to install a hub drain that needs to be led to the floor sink underneath.3). Cut back the water heater drain pan pipe above the flood rim. 4). Seal the counter top at the sides with the pony walls and close the gap in between.5). Provide one more sink stopper.6). Remove all laser film of the equipment, tables, shelves.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Printed on site.Before you open make sure to bring in some metro racks for food and dishes.Award: Not Participating,Food Manager Licenses: 0,Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: QA ML,Signer: 0
Nov 29, 2023Advisorynot scoredclean
*** THIS IS NOT AN INSPECTION REPORT. ***This email has been automatically sent and provided as a courtesy to notify you that your application and plans have been reviewed in accordance with code. You will receive a notification of “APPROVAL TO CONSTRUCT WITH CONDITIONS” letter via email or mail regarding the specifics of your plan(s). Please allow a few days to receive your letter if you selected mail on your application as a primary means of receiving correspondence. No reply to this email is required. For further instructions please refer to the letter. Thank you. *** THIS IS NOT AN INSPECTION REPORT. ***
Nov 7, 2023Reviewnot scoredclean
Stopped by the Taco shop after receiving expedited inspection request. Met up with one of the owners and found that the location had remodeled. Requested remodel plan submittal first before inspection. Owner is in the process of submitting.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Auto-e-mail
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