Choon El Burrito Original
B4105 N 51st Ave, Phoenix 85031
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-31658
Score based on 10 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works
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Inspection history10 on record
2026
Jul 9, 2026Routine2 foundation1 coreB
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.reinspection to occur on or before 7/21/26.
Inspector's notes
No certified food manager certificate available for review at time of inspection. Obtain certificate and maintain onsite at all times 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 handwashing sink next to the three compartment sink with the hot water knob spinning freely but no hot water comes from faucet. All hand washing sinks are required to have hot water. Repair. Correct prior to re-inspection.
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5-205.11 - Priority Foundation: Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed can of pesticide stored on the shelf above the hand washing sink next to the three compartment sink. All pest control services must be conducted by a certified pest control technician. No pesticide can be stored in the establishment. Discard or remove from property. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
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6-501.111 (C) - Priority Foundation: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence
Feb 24, 2026Routine3 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.reviewed cooling procedures, and cold holding for sliced cheese on main cook line.
Inspector's notes
No food manager certificate available at time of inspection. Obtain and maintain onsite at all times 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 chest freezer near the three compartments sink with internal surfaces in disrepair. Metal coating on the inner surfaces have begun to peel exposing the insulation material on the inside. Repair or replace so internal surfaces are smooth and easily cleanable.
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4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment
Inspector's notes
Observed handwashing sink and prep sink located next to the three compartment sink in disrepair. Prep sink is currently not attached to the wall and shifts when touched. Handwashing sink hot and cold water knobs are difficult to turn on and off. Ensure faucet operates easily so both the hot water and cold water can be turned on and off for proper handwashing. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained
2025
Oct 9, 2025Routine1 priority2 coreB
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
No Certified Food Protection Manager on site. Will send links to Certification in Spanish and English.
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Predefined Comment: 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
Inspector's notes
Observed Cheese slices out at room temperature at 65*F out for an hour. At time of Inspection PIC double panned with ice to rapidly cool and hold temp below 41 degrees. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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Predefined Comment: All TCS foods improperly cold held were discarded by PIC at time of inspection. Predefined Comment: 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. 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.
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Observed two large packages of raw pork thawing at room temperature. At time of inspection meat was moved to prep sink with running potable water. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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Predefined Comment: All foods being thawed from frozen must be thawed in an approved manner. Foods must be thawed under refrigeration, under cold running water, or as part of the cooking process. 3-501.13 - Core: Thawing
Jul 3, 2025Routine1 foundationB
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Cooked beans were observed stored in the reach in cooler without a date mark indicating the date of preparation or the discard date. At time inspection manager labeled - prepared one day prior. TE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1). 3-501.17 - Priority Foundation: Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Date Marking. 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/4125/Food-SafetyOperator-Resources.
Mar 21, 2025RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
2024
Nov 22, 2024RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Aug 21, 2024Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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Observed ice scoop in tray at bottom of hand sink next to soda machines used for drinks. PIC relocated all items blocking handwash sink at time of inspection. 5-205.11 - Priority Foundation: Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance. 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.
Mar 14, 2024Routine2 coreA
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. Emailed inspection report. Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager. No certified food protection manager certificate available onsite at time of inspection. Obtain food protection manager certificate and maintain at establishment at all times. Correct prior to next routine inspection.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, - Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food) - Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants) - Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets) - 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.Award: A,Embargo Lbs: 0,Signer: Andres cortez
Core-4-101.11 (B-E), C: Characteristics-Multiuse; Durable, Nonabsorbent, Smooth, Easily Cleanable. Observed steel drywall knives with burned plastic handles being used to scrape the grill on the main cook line. Utilize only food grade utensils for scraping the main flat grill or as a spatula. Ensure all items are replaced with food grade items and maintained in good repair. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Core-6-501.19, C: Closing Toilet Room Doors. Observed restroom door with no self closing device. Install self closing device. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
2023
Nov 13, 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. New Code regulations state that there shall be a person in charge at all times, and person in charge must be a certified food protection manager. Please correct prior to next routine inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report emailed to establishment and confirmed received. 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 website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-RequestForm-181 or call 602-506-6824.Award: A,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Rosa Quin
Oct 5, 2023Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.*Discussed ice baths for cooling and gave cooling methods guidance documentsCore-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager. New Code regulations state that there shall be a person in charge at all times, and person in charge must be a certified food protection manager. Please correct prior to next routine inspection.A pattern of non-compliance for Core violation #2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager has been noted during this inspection. (2nd consecutive).No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report emailed to establishment and confirmed received. 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 website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-RequestForm-181 or call 602-506-6824.Award: A,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Juan Cortez
Core-3-304.12 , C: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage >>Observed metal ice scoop left in ice maker.. Ice scoop was laying down actively touching the ice. Person in charge was made aware of situation. Educated operator on ensuring scoops are not in contact with food in-between uses. Person in charge washed, rinsed and sanitized ice scoop and placed it in a metal food safe container on top of ice maker. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of 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 →