Taco Mich & Bar #3
A°10430 N 19th Ave, Phoenix 85021
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-50993
Score based on 11 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 history12 on record
2026
May 27, 2026Re-InspectioncleanA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected.
May 11, 2026Routine1 priority1 foundation1 coreB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed no hot water supply available on demand at hand wash sink by the cook line.
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5-202.12 (A) - Priority Foundation: Handwashing Sinks, Installation. Proper temperature, Mixing Faucet. 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. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed dairy based horchata with internal temperature of 49F stored on countertop by salsa bar. The person in charge stated the horchata had been prepared and placed for service less than 2 hours ago and put the container of horchata in an ice bath for rapid cooling.
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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: 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed employee cleaning flat top grill and storing open container of cleaning chemicals and degreaser on the flat top grill between handling and prepping food. Discussed cleaning at a time when the least amount of food is exposed to protect food from contamination. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. 6-101.11 - Core: Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas Addl Notes: Observed missing ceiling tiles above walk in cooler entrance and broken unsealed flooring around the prep sink by the back door.
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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Predefined Comment: All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Predefined Comment: Physical facility must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Jan 29, 2026RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
2025
Oct 13, 2025Re-InspectioncleanA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected.
Oct 3, 2025Routine1 priority1 foundation1 coreB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: Upon 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 legal action may result pursuant to MCEHC Chapter 1, Regulation 4(e). Applications with supporting documentation can be submitted via the customer portal "Permit Center" online at maricopacountyaz-energovweb.tylerhost.net/apps/selfservice#/home. Observed establishment conducting outdoor cooking without an approved outdoor food operations approval. Observed an al pastor meat trompo at ambient temperature in a vertical spit broiler on top of a folding table outside the front entrance. Observed a mobile flat top griddle with holding compartments for prepped food items such as toppings and sauces that employees were bring out from inside the establishment. The holding compartments had no cold holding or hot holding capability. The veritcal spit broiler and flat top griddle were connected to mobile propane tanks. Observed a tip jar on top of the flat top griddle and a menu banner on the front of the flat top griddle showing pictures of menu items such as tacos al pastor, tacos de cabeza, tacos de lengua, tacos de maciza, quesadilla de pastor, vampiro pastor, alambre de pastor, with the printed business name "TACO MICH" and instructions to "PAY INSIDE PAGAR ADENTRO." All equipment and food was observed left unattended by employees and without any physical barriers to protect against outside environmental factors or to prevent public access. Discussed an outdoor cooking approval is required. The person in charge ceased all outdoor cooking, removed all food equipment, and discarded the meat trompo at the time of inspection. Discussed gas tanks not be used or stored inside the establishment. Provided outdoor cooking approval resource information.
Inspector's notes
Observed no certified food protection manager onsite at the time of 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 Predefined Comment: 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed establishment prepare and serve raw ready to eat shrimp ceviche but have no updated parasite destruction letter 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed spray can of WD-40 stored under the prep table next to packaged food, food equipment, and in direct contact with utensils.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-201.11 - Priority: Separation-Storage Predefined Comment: Chemicals must be stored away from food, utensils, and single service items at all times to prevent contamination. All chemicals were relocated and properly stored by PIC at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Jul 14, 2025RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Mar 6, 2025RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
2024
Nov 7, 2024RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Jul 15, 2024RoutinecleanA
Discussed putting beef in fridge as soon as it is prepped for better proceduresPredefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Apr 10, 2024RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Emailed to person in charge Discussed consumer advisory on the menuAward: A,Signer: Erica U.
2023
Nov 29, 2023Routine1 coreA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.For the year 2024 please obtain a NEW parasite destruction from your shrimp vendor, current posted letter is from 2021.Report emailed.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: 3,Signer: Erica U.
Core-6-501.11, C: Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods>>>Observed some baseboards throughout the kitchen that are detached from the wall, torn off the wall and now covered in oil and food debris. Please remove, deep clean and repair/reseal the damaged baseboards. Also by the prep sink-prep table there are some deep scratches on the wall where the drywall has gotten damaged, please patch up and paint in a high gloss finish. Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions>>>Observed some debris on the floors under the some shelves in the walk in cooler and under the dry storage shelves where the dried chiles and lemons are stored. Please deep clean the floors under these shelves. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
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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 →