Nando's Mexican Cafe
A°Cutting Edge3519 E Baseline Rd, Gilbert 85234
Food Establishment - Food Catering · Permit FD-31386
Score based on 16 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 20, 2026.
Score over time
Inspection history16 on record
2026
Sep 9, 2026Re-InspectioncleanA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon Reinspection all violations on the previous inspection were corrected. All refrigeration units on the prep line were holding ator below 41 Deg. F.
Sep 3, 2026Routine1 priority1 foundation1 coreB
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: After discussion with the person in charge, it has been determined that the root cause of the violation was a verification breakdown, which resulted in the violation.Catering Permit.Report was emailed. A Reinspection is scheduled for 9/9/26.
Inspector's notes
Observed several opened screw top lidded personal drinks throughout the kitchen. Personal drinks with a lid and straw placed in an area away from food and / or food contact surfaces are allowed. Operator discarded screw top lidded drinks at the time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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2-401.11 - Core: Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco
Inspector's notes
Observed lettuce, diced tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and sour cream in the top portion of the east prep refrigerator at 50-54 Deg. Products were embargoed (see inspection for Eating and Drinking permit FD-07437). Observed cut tomatoes, pico, and shredded mozzarella and pepper jack cheese at 50-52 Deg. F. Products were embargoed (see inspection for Eating and Drinking permit FD-07437). Observed chicken and beef tacos, chimi's, and guacamole at 44 - 46 Deg. F. in the bottom portion of the prep cooler units. Observed shredded Mexican and mozzarella cheeses, raw beef and raw chicken at 45 - 52 Deg. F. in prep refrigerator drawers under the prep line. Per operator they were placed in the units earlier in the day. These items were relocated to the walk-in to cool down at the time of inspection. Corrective Action: 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed the drawer refrigerator below the line reading at 54 Deg. F. and both of the prep refrigerators at the line reading at 46 Deg. F. at the time of inspection. Do not use these units until they are repaired to hold at 41 Deg. F. or below. A repair technician was contacted at the time of inspection. Correct prior to Re-Inspection on 9-9-26. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
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4-301.11 - Priority Foundation: Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities-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/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling.
Jun 17, 2026Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA+
No County legal action will result from this inspection. Report emailed.
Inspector's notes
Observed 2 full cases of beef directly on the ground in the walk-in cooler. Person in charge (PIC) lifted the food to the shelf. Food must be stored at least 6 inches off the ground at all times to prevent contamination from the premises. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-305.11 - Core: Food Storage - Preventing Contamination from the Premises
Feb 19, 2026Routine1 priority1 foundation2 coreB
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed no CFPM present. Please have at least one CFPM present 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 employee rinsing off soiled dishes, running them through the mechanical dishwasher, then changing gloves and putting away the clean dishes. PIC instructed employee to wash hands before donning gloves to prevent contamination. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-2-301.14 - Priority: When to Wash. 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/4573/AMC-Toolbox: Handwashing. Predefined Comment: Discussed the importance of proper hand washing and when hand washing is required with the person-in-charge (PIC). Hands must be washed at any time contamination occurs and when changing tasks. ***After discussion with the person in charge, it has been determined that the root cause of the violation was training staff a policy issue, which resulted in the violation.
Inspector's notes
Observed no hand soap at the hand sink by the bar. PIC provided hand soap. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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6-301.11 - Priority Foundation: Handwashing Cleanser, Availability. 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/4573/AMC-Toolbox: Handwashing. Predefined Comment: Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing.
Inspector's notes
Observed an ice scoop handle in ice at the bar. PIC removed the ice scoop. Ice scoop handles must not be stored directly in ice. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage Predefined Comment: 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.
2025
Nov 12, 2025RoutinecleanA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection. Report emailed.Inspected at event, SE2500766 (1800 S Santan VIllage PKWY Gilbert, AZ 85295)
Nov 5, 2025RoutinecleanA+
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report emailed.
Sep 15, 2025RoutinecleanA+
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report delivered via email.
May 13, 2025Routine1 coreA+
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report delivered via email.
Inspector's notes
Observed buildup of food debris and trash underneath shelves and equipment in the kitchen. Food crumbs can create harborage conditions for pests. Please deep clean kitchen and maintain clean prior to the next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions
Feb 5, 2025RoutinecleanA+
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report delivered via email.
2024
Oct 10, 2024RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report delivered via email.
Aug 22, 2024RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report delivered via email.
May 13, 2024Re-InspectioncleanA°
Upon re-inspection, all violations have been corrected. No county legal action will result from this inspection.Re-inspection report delivered via email.Award: A,Signer: Blake Phillips
May 2, 2024Routine1 foundationB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Inspection report was delivered via email.No County legal action will result from this 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-Request-Form-181.Award: Not Participating,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Blake Phillips
Priority Foundation-4-301.11, Pf: Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities-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/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling. - Observed reach-in drawer units under grills with ambient temperatures of 48*F. All cold holding units must maintain ambient temperatures of 41*F and below. All food had been placed in units less than four hours prior. Food was moved to walk-in at time of inspection. A re-inspection for reach-in drawers will be conducted by 5/13/24. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection
Jan 4, 2024RoutinecleanA+
This establishment is on the Cutting Edge of food safety and was awarded an “A+” grade.Inspection report was delivered via email.No County legal action will result from this 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-Request-Form-181.Award: Cutting Edge A+,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Blake Phillips
2023
Nov 9, 2023Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB
This establishment received a B Grade and had 1 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Inspection report was delivered via email.No County legal action will result from this 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-Request-Form-181.Award: B,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Blake Phillips
PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-501.114, P: Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness. 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. - Observed chemical dishwasher dispensing 0 ppm of chlorine sanitizer in final rinse. Sanitizer bucket was changed and 100 ppm of chlorine in final rinse was established. All chemical dishwashers must dispense 50 ppm- 100 ppm of chlorine to ensure sanitization of food-contact surfaces. Discussed using test strips every morning at opening to check sanitizer levels in dishwasher. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Sep 6, 2023RoutinecleanA+
This establishment is on the Cutting Edge of food safety and was awarded an “A+” grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Inspection report was delivered via email.No County legal action will result from this 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-Request-Form-181.Award: Cutting Edge A+,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Logan Shaughnessy
This address holds 2 food permits
Maricopa County issues a separate permit for each kitchen rather than for each restaurant name, so large properties hold several. Each is inspected and scored on its own. The county does not publish which kitchen serves which venue.
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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 20, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →