La Michoacana Plus
B°9860 W Lower Buckeye Rd, Tolleson 85353
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-23-06460
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Inspection history8 on record
2026
Apr 20, 2026Routine2 foundation2 coreall corrected on siteB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed raw shrimp in walk in cooler with no parasite destruction or a written agreement/statement from the supplier stipulating that the fish supplied are frozen to a temperature and for a time specified. Parasite destruction records or letter from supplier are required for all non-exempt fish served raw or undercooked at establishment. Person in charge contacted their supplier and received appropriate records via text message at time of inspection. Discussed with operator to keep and maintain records for raw shrimp. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-402.12 - Priority Foundation: Records, Creation & Retention; Raw as Ready-to-Eat Fish. 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/4619/AMC-Toolbox---Approved-Source.
Inspector's notes
Observed sealed raw shrimp container in walk in cooler stored above strawberries, churros, and fruits. All raw animal proteins must be stored below ready-to-eat (RTE) foods and stored according to cooking temperature at all times to prevent cross contamination. PIC properly stored all raw animal proteins 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.
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Observed unlabeled spray bottle under three-compartment sink. Person in charge dumped bottle down mop sink. Reviewed labeling practices and discussed making sure all chemical containers remain labeled. Chemicals must be stored away from food, utensils, and single service items at all times to prevent contamination. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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7-102.11 - Priority Foundation: Common Name-Working Containers
Inspector's notes
Observed unapproved sponges in use at the three-compartment sink. Sponges are absorbent and not easily cleanable. Discussed with person in charge to discontinue use of yellow-green sponges and replace them with approved, non-absorbent, and easily cleanable materials (metal sponges, brushes, non-absorbent scrub pads). PIC discarded sponges and kept metal sponge at sink. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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4-101.16 - Core: Sponges Use Limitation
2025
Nov 20, 2025Routine1 foundation1 coreB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed date marking procedures.
Inspector's notes
Observed insect killer spray near restroom. Spoke with owner via phone regarding pest control. All pest control for the establishment must be performed by a certified pest control specialist and chemicals for pest control must not be stored onsite. PIC removed pest control chemicals from premises at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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7-202.12 (C) - Priority Foundation: Conditions of Use; Pesticides by certified applicator
Inspector's notes
Observed debris in and around floor sink next to freezer. Also observed debris and splatter on wall behind & beneath 3-compartment sink and on shelf next to handwashing sink in kitchen area. Discussed increasing cleaning frequency. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair 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
Apr 17, 2025Routine1 coreA
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Inspector's notes
Establishment did not have a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) present during inspection. A CFPM is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Provided handout with changes to Food Code. 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
2024
Aug 29, 2024Routine3 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed cleaning procedures.
Inspector's notes
Establishment did not have a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on-site during inspection. Discussed with person in charge (PIC) the changes to the Food Code, having multiple employees get certification and provided handout. 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 gap at bottom of back exit door. Discussed installing a weather strip or door sweep to ensure gap is closed with PIC. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-202.15 - Core: Outer Openings, Protected
Inspector's notes
Observed light not working above 3-compartment sink. PIC stated they have someone working on it, but are unsure why that light is not working. The light intensity shall be at least 108 lux (10 foot candles) at a distance of 75 cm (30 inches) above the floor, in areas used for warewashing. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-303.11 - Core: Intensity-Lighting
May 6, 2024Reviewnot scoredclean
Final construction inspection. Construction complete and approved. Owner will follow up on making sure that:1). The light over the three compartment sink is working.2). Storage racks are installed in the walk-in units and that the bottom rung is set 6 inches above the floor.3). That all laser film is pulled rom all equipment and sinks.4). Dipper well (conserve well or wet well will be installed. If a water fed well make sure that you drain to a floor sink, use pvc for drain, follow gravity flow and keep a 1 inch air gap at the floor sink. Properly brace line.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.Before opening please meet the following requirements to avoid violations on future regulatory inspections:1). Provide a or multiple buckets marked sanitizer for your sanitizer solution.2). Provide test strips so you can assess the sanitizer concentration showing 50-100 PPM bleach or the required concentration of quaternary ammonia in the buckets and 3- compartment sink.3). Provide wiping cloths for in the sanitizer solution.4). Provide a thermometer to check the actual food temperature with alcohol swabs for cleaning of the thermometer. This can be a metal stem thermometer or a thermocouple.5). Provide a thermometer in each refrigerator and freezer so you can monitor the ambient holding temperature in the unit. Make sure to place them so they are easily accessible and not in front of a cooling fan giving the wrong reading.6). Please provide non-latex gloves for handling ready to eat foods and make sure they are not latex.7). Please provide dish wash soap and a sanitizer like bleach for proper dishwashing. 8). Bring all food handlers cards and Certified manager card on site and keep on file for review.9). Provide hand soap and paper towels at every hand wash sink.10). Provide a written employee health policy.E-mail is set for electronic communication.No County legal action will result from this inspection.E-mailed inspection report.
Apr 29, 2024Reviewnot scoredclean
Pre-final walk trough. For the final please address the following:1). Please install all missing escutcheon plates. Hand wash sink and three compartment sink.2). Please cut back the drain lines at the mop sink.3). For the walk-in units:a). The walk-in units will need to be flashed to the side walls - tight.b). All extra cables and cords not in use need to be removed, where removed, finish out surfaces smooth and easily cleanable.c). All gaps and cam holes inside the coolers need to e sealed. Code requires all finishes to be smooth and easily cleanable including the transitions.d). Increase the light intensity in the walk -in, 100 W LED light bulb will probably do.e). Remove all hardware not needed and repair hardware that is not working properly.4). Cable from cable box needs to be mounted and notch in ceiling tile so it can be put back in place.5). Seal penetration through the water heater platform.6). Remove all laser film from the sinks.7). Make sure you have hot water in the restrooms.8). Repair the light over the three compartment sink.9). Provide racks for in the walk-in units and for food storage, keep bottom shelve at least 6 " off the floor.At final inspection:1). All equipment needs to be in place and holding at proper temperatures.2). Provide soap and paper towels at the hand wash sinks.3). Stock, with food thermometer, thermometers for the fridge, sanitizer buckets, sanitizer, test strips, dish soap, wiping cloths, etc.4). Provide hot and tempered water at all the sinks.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Printed on site.,
Jan 25, 2024Advisorynot scoredclean
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Jan 25, 2024Reviewnot scoredclean
Walk through conducted with the superintendent. In wall and underground plumbing is complete. The following items were discussed:1). Front service area and kitchen will receive quarry tile with coved base. Tile will also be installed in the walk-in. It is preferred that you do not install it in the freezer.2). Washable ceiling tiles will be installed in the kitchen, restrooms and front service area.3). Plumbing is in place, floor sinks, water and waste water. Two floor sinks were added, one for the walk-in units and one for the ice machine.4). An additional water line will be installed at the mop sink for future possible chemical dispensers.5). Water heater cove and platform will be finishes out with FRP.6). FRP will be installed, up to 8 feet, in the back room and back wall in service area.7). Restroom hand wash sinks are tied into the water heater.8). Back door will require a new door sweep to close the gap under the door.9). Walk-in unit may remain open at the top and will be flashed to the wall at the sides.10). One bright fixture will be installed in the walk-in, provide 10 foot candles throughout the walk-in unit at 3 feet FF.11). Paints used above the 8 feet FRP will need tp be washable.12). The gaps between the mop sink and the walls will need to be flashed in a water tight manner.No County legal action will result from this inspection.E-mailed inspection report.
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 →