Fiesta Mexicana Restaurant
B4949 S Alma School Rd, Chandler 85248
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-38771
Score based on 9 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 21, 2026.
Score over time
Inspection history9 on record
2026
Jul 1, 2026Routine1 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteB
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.emailed report
Inspector's notes
Observed diced tomatoes, sour cream, Pico, shredded lettuce, tomato salsa, chili relleno, and beef tamale cold holding at internal temperature of 47-48 deg F in a large reach in cold holding unit holding temperature >41 deg F. Cook informed the food items had been cold holding in unit since earlier in day and placed in walk in. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Show full county text
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 large reach in on the preparation line holding temperature at 51.8 deg F for the bottom and 48 deg F for the top portion (according to the min/max thermometer) All TCS food items were redirected to walk in. Currently ice is being used to cold hold TCS food items for dinner service that was cold holding in walk in from earlier in day. Manager has called for repair. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Show full county text
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.
Feb 23, 2026Routine1 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.emailed report
Inspector's notes
Observed vent hoods above grill with organic debris on the surface . Clean frequently to minimize contamination. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Show full county text
4-602.13 - Core: Nonfood Contact Surfaces
2025
Dec 4, 2025RoutinecleanA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Jul 24, 2025Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed reduced oxygen packing cooked beef and chicken with other ingredients (vegetables and spices) located in the walk-in cooler. Per PIC, the cooked beef and chicken have been in the ROP for 4 days unopened. PIC opened the ROP bags at time of inspection. A variance/HACCP must be obtained prior to conducting any specialized processes. Variance/HACCP applications are available through the customer portal "Permit Center" at https://maricopacountyaz-energovweb.tylerhost.net/apps/selfservice#/home. Additional resources can be found at https://www.maricopa.gov/3978/Food-Variances. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Show full county text
3-502.11 - Priority Foundation: Variance Requirement. 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/3978/Food-Variances.
Apr 11, 2025RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed creating a policy or obtaining a kit to clean up bodily fluids. Provided guidance document at time of inspection.
2024
Dec 3, 2024RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Sep 3, 2024Routine3 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteD°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Of note: -Observed a "*" on the hamburger and cheeseburger menu items on the kids menu indicating these items can be ordered raw or undercooked. Per PIC, these items are fully cooked to well done and cannot be ordered undercooked. Advised PIC raw comminuted meats (such as ground beef) may not be ordered undercooked from a kids menu and the "*" should be removed to avoid confusion. -Bar dishwasher observed with a final rinse concentration of 0ppm after priming for 2-3 minutes. Bar dishwasher was turned off and not in use at the time of inspection. PIC stated the machine would be turned off until repairs are completed.-Observed cooling beans with ice wands with beans measuring 135-180*F. PIC stated the beans had been removed from the stock pot approximately 15 minutes prior. Advised PIC to air cool until 135*F before adding ice wands. Advised PIC to actively monitor air-cooling foods to ensure active cooling steps are taken upon reaching 135*F.
Inspector's notes
Observed raw marinated chicken stored above RTE carnitas and hamburger patties in the left drawer cooler. Also observed raw fish and scallops stored behind raw onions and peppers in the top shelf of the right drawer cooler. 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.
Show full county text
PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-302.11 (A1-2) - Priority: Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation, Packaging, and Segregation; Protection from Cross Contamination. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed a final rinse concentration of 0ppm chlorine at the main kitchen dishwasher. No chlorine sanitizer observed emitting from the supply line after priming for 2-3 minutes. Observed supply bucket half full. Food-contact surfaces must be properly sanitized after washing and rinsing. Discussed the importance of proper sanitizer levels and proper monitoring of sanitizer levels (50-100pm for chlorine). Food-contact surfaces were properly sanitized in the 3 compartment sink at time of inspection. PIC placed a service work order on the dishwasher at the time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Show full county text
PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-501.114 (A-E) - Priority: 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed tamales and a paper wrapped chili rellenos with internal temperatures ranging from 109-116*F when measured with a probe thermometer. Per line cook, the rellenos was reheated at 9am and the tamales were reheated from frozen less than 1 hour prior. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 135°F or above. All TCS foods improperly hot held for over two hours were discarded by PIC at time of inspection. All TCS foods improperly hot held for less than 2 hours were reheated to 165°F at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Show full county text
PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(1) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot 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/4614/AMC-Toolbox---Hot-Holding.
Inspector's notes
Observed 3 unlabeled chemical spray bottles in the dish area the PIC contained bleach sanitizer and degreaser. PIC added labels to all containers at the time of inspection. All chemicals removed from their original containers must be clearly labeled with the common name. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Show full county text
7-102.11 - Priority Foundation: Common Name-Working Containers
Mar 26, 2024RoutinecleanA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.*Explained to PIC spray nozzle attached to hose on mop sink faucet, to please remove spray nozzle from hose or mop sink faucet when not in use to prevent AVB valve failure.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.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report emailed at time of inspection.Award: A,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Miguel Arriaga
2023
Oct 3, 2023RoutinecleanA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on 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.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report emailed at time of inspection.Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Ruden Sanchenz,Award: A
Nearby restaurants
Other places to eat within a short walk, with their current scores.
- 91First WatchB°4955 S Alma School Rd · 100 m away
- 85Nozomi Sushi HouseB°4955 S Alma School Rd · 100 m away
- 100MilkShake FactoryA°4955 S Alma School Rd · 100 m away
- 98McDonald'sA4930 S Alma School Rd · 110 m away
- 59Gordos TacosA°4975 S Alma School Rd · 170 m away
- 89Mama Thai KitchenB°4995 S Alma School Rd · 200 m away
- 96SafewayB°4970 S Alma School Rd · 200 m away
- 96AFC SushiA4970 S Alma School Rd · 200 m away
Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 21, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →