El Yaqui Mexican Restaurant

2920 N 43rd Ave, Phoenix 85031

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-36605

Score based on 12 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 24, 2026.

Excellent

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history12 on record

2026

Jun 18, 2026RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

Feb 9, 2026RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

2025

Oct 15, 2025RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

Aug 4, 2025Re-InspectioncleanA°

Virtual re-inspection. Establishment provided parasite destruction letter via electronic means.Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected.

Aug 1, 2025Re-Inspection1 foundationB°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Establishment provided a letter of guarantee from sea food provider that does not meet the specified requirements for parasite destruction documentation. Fish that are frozen by a supplier: a written agreement or statement from the supplier stipulating that the fish supplied are frozen to a temperature and for a time specified under § 3-402.11 The written statement or agreement provided by supplier or aqua culturist who delivers the product to the establishment must include the following information:1)Letter must be dated. Letter should be kept onsite and updated by the supplier on a yearly basis.2)Names of the fish provided by the company3) Type of destruction treatment method performed for every fish type4)If fish is considered exempt, provide ample reasoning why the fish is exempt from parasite destruction.

#14 — Required Records Available: Shellstock Tags, Parasite DestructionPriority foundation3-402.12

Inspector's notes

Observed establishment prepares and serves raw marinated shrimp ceviche but did not have parasite destruction letter onsite from seafood provider.

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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. Predefined Comment: Parasite destruction records or letter from supplier are required for all non-exempt fish served raw or undercooked at establishment. Must provide parasite destruction letter from supplier prior to re-inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

Jul 22, 2025Routine1 priority1 foundationB°

Re-inspection by 7/31/25Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#14 — Required Records Available: Shellstock Tags, Parasite DestructionPriority foundation3-402.12

Inspector's notes

Observed establishment prepares and serves raw marinated shrimp ceviche but did not have parasite destruction letter onsite from seafood provider.

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#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

Observed TCS food items with internal temperature beteween 47-48F in the walk in cooler. The person in charge stated the food items had been stored in the walk in cooler less than 4 hours.

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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. Predefined Comment: All TCS foods improperly cold held were relocated to alternative functioning refrigeration unit to rapidly cool to 41°F 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. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

Mar 13, 2025RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

2024

Nov 27, 2024RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

Aug 15, 2024Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#35 — Approved Thawing Methods UsedCore3-501.13

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Raw stingray thawing at room temp. Interior was frozen and exterior at 60 Degrees. Moved to refrigerator at time of inspection. Discussed proper thawing with manager. 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

Mar 19, 2024Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB

This establishment received a(n) B Grade and had 1 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Report was emailed Inspection Conducted with RS#1467Upon inspection, a remodel has taken place which may require an application and plans to be submitted, and/or additional permits. Please submit an application, supporting documentation, and fees within 5 business days or on or before March 26, 2024. During this site inspection it was observed that a wall was knocked down in the dinning area and doorway made to access new room for dry storage and additional freezers.The following link may be accessed to apply for the remodel permit - https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Food-Establishment-Permit-Application-Pe-307 County legal action may 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,Signer: Robert A

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

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 various meats and cheese in small prep cooler next to grill, with internal temperatures ranging from 48-50*F. Per PIC prep cooler was left open during lunch rush, cooler had ambient temperature of 45.5*F. Items were moved to walk-in to cool down to 41*F or below. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

2023

Nov 4, 2023Routine2 coreA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Observed leak from Atmospheric vacuum breaker (AVB) at the mop sink. Prior to next routine inspection, have backflow device serviced by a plumber or backflow specialist to ensure backflow device is in good repair.Report emailed to PIC.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: A,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Alexis Vasquez

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Repeat Violation Core-5-205.15 (B), C: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained >>> Observed hand sink adjacent to the cook line with a cracked/corroded faucet fixture. All plumbing systems must be maintained in good repair. Repair/replace prior to next routine inspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.11

Repeat Violation Core-6-501.11, C: Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods >>> Observed floor tiles in the kitchen area to be missing, cracked or otherwise in disrepair rendering the areas not smooth, nor easily cleanable. Re-seal so that areas are smooth, easily cleanable, and prevent the seepage of liquid. Repair/replace prior to next routine inspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd

Sep 12, 2023Routine4 coreA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Of note: Establishment has begun an expansion to their seating area including additional bathrooms that extends into the adjacent unit. Please submit for a remodel via Plan Review as soon as possible to ensure any changes made are approved by Maricopa County. Provided Plan Review application details for remodel at time of inspection. Also observed leak from Atmospheric vacuum breaker (AVB) at the mop sink. Prior to next routine inspection, have backflow device serviced by a plumber or backflow specialist to ensure backflow device is in good repair.Report emailed to PIC.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: A,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Robert A.

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedCore4-602.11

Core-4-602.11 (E), C: 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. >>> Observed black organic matter buildup on plastic deflector inside ice machine by 3-comp sink. Clean and maintain clean at a frequency that prevents the accumulation of organic matter. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

#49 — Non-Food-Contact Surfaces CleanCore4-601.11

Core-4-601.11, C: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils >>> Observed heavy accumulation of grease deposits on fume hood vents and on cooking range. Non-food contact surfaces must be maintained clean to sight and touch. Clean prior to next routine inspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Core-5-205.15 (B), C: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained >>> Observed hand sink adjacent to the cook line with a cracked/corroded faucet fixture. All plumbing systems must be maintained in good repair. Repair/replace prior to next routine inspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.11

Core-6-501.11, C: Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods >>> Observed floor tiles in the kitchen area to be missing, cracked or otherwise in disrepair rendering the areas not smooth, nor easily cleanable. Re-seal so that areas are smooth, easily cleanable, and prevent the seepage of liquid. Repair/replace prior to next routine inspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 24, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →