Salazar Brothers Restaurant

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926 E Guadalupe Rd, Tempe 85283

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-38503

Score based on 10 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 20, 2026.

Excellent

Tempe restaurant avg: 93

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

Inspection history10 on record

2026

Jul 27, 2026RoutinecleanA°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed proper utensil use for uncooked rice bin.

Mar 18, 2026Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB°

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

#20 — Proper Cooling Time and TemperaturesPriority3-501.14

Inspector's notes

Observed Salsa in a large deep container with the lid on; date marked 3/17 in walk-in cooler with an internal temperature of 46°F. Informed PIC that cooked TCS foods must be cooled from 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours, and from 70°F to 41°F within 4 hours for a total of 6 hours for cooling. All TCS foods improperly cooled were discarded by PIC at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.14 - Priority: Cooling. 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.

2025

Oct 27, 2025RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed date marking with PIC.

Aug 13, 2025Routine1 coreA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed separation and storage of pausterized and unpausterized raw animal proteins.

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Inspector's notes

Observed the drainpipe from the prep sink fallen into the floor drain. Informed PIC that there must be an air gap of at least one inch between the outlet of the pipe and the top of the floor drain. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained

Apr 23, 2025RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

2024

Dec 16, 2024Routine1 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed keeping employee personal food and beverages below food and items for food service to prevent contamination. Discussed with PIC that old labels need to be taken off of containers that are being held on the line and always labeled with the correct date.

#37 — Food Properly Labeled; Original ContainerCore3-302.12

Inspector's notes

Observed bulk containers of beans, rice, flour, and salt without a label. Informed PIC that bulk food items outside of their containers need to be labeled so that they are easily identifiable. All bulk food items must be labeled with common name of food. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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3-302.12 - Core: Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food

Aug 14, 2024Routine2 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

No Certified Food Protection Manager was on-site during inspection. Informed PIC that there needs to be a Certified Food Protection Manager on-site during all hours of operation. A Certified Food Protection Manager (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

#45 — Single-Use/Single-Service Articles; Properly Stored, UsedCore4-502.13

Inspector's notes

Observed manufacturer's sour cream containers being reused for food storage in the walk-in refrigerator and freezer. Informed PIC that these containers are single-use and are meant to be thrown out after use. Explained to PIC that these containers are not designed to be cleaned and reused. Informed PIC that they will need to get food-grade containers which are meant to be re-used to replace them. Single-use food containers are intended for single-use and may not be re-used for storage of food. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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4-502.13(A) - Core: Single-Service and Single-Use Articles-Use Limitations

Mar 27, 2024Routine1 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.**Talked to staff about food storage locations, and chorizo/eggs storage options in the same fridges. Confirmed email with manager.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,Signer: Jose Luis Salazar

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.114

Core-6-501.114, C: Maintaining Premises, Unnecessary Items and Litter ---Observed large fridge in the back, unused and now used for storage. Talked to manager. Ensure that item is fixed, or removed from kitchen. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

2023

Nov 21, 2023Routine1 coreA°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had no Priority, no Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Emailed report to Artemio. 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.Award: Not Participating,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Yayaira Salazar

#52 — Sewage and Waste Water Properly DisposedCore5-403.12

Core-5-403.12, C: Other Liquid Wastes and Rainwater......There is a roof leak by the ice machine. Please repair and clean area. Please ensure the ice is properly protected from any possible contamination. If any occurs, dispose of ice. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

Jul 21, 2023RoutinecleanA°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Report emailed to PIC.No County legal action will result from this 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,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 websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181 or call 602-506-6824.Award: Not Participating,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Artemio S.

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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 →