Mi Cocina Mexican Food

10575 W Indian School Rd, Avondale 85392

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-52029

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

County record last checked Sep 21, 2026.

100

Excellent

Avondale restaurant avg: 98

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

Inspection history10 on record

2026

Jun 26, 2026RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.No violations noted at time of inspection.

Feb 19, 2026RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

2025

Oct 30, 2025RoutinecleanA

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

Jul 29, 2025RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage (i.e. - knives);--Consumer Advisory Provided for Raw or Undercooked Food__________________________Provided following MCESD handout(s) via email:--Consumer Advisory Guidance

Apr 10, 2025RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Proper Cold Holding Temperatures (i.e. - front food preparation cooler)

2024

Nov 26, 2024RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for: --Food and non-food-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used (i.e. - bulk ice storage device); – Light Bulbs, Protective Shielding (i.e. - cook/preparation area)

Aug 29, 2024Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control (i.e. -walk-in cooler)--Proper Cold Holding Temperatures (i.e. - walk-in cooler)--Food and non-food-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used (i.e. - bulk ice storage device)

#15 — Food Separated and ProtectedCore3-302.11

Inspector's notes

Container of raw, shelled eggs found over cut vegetables in walk-in cooler. No signs of contamination witnessed at time of inspection.

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3-302.11 (A3-8) - Core: Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation, Packaging, and Segregation; General Food Protection. 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. Predefined Comment: 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.

Apr 24, 2024Routine2 coreA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Toxic substances properly identified, Stored, and used--Approved food containers / Characteristics- Multiuse; Safe (i.e.- food bags)-- Facility has in current use following homestyle equipment in food preparation area:- Thomson and Midea chest freezersFood permit is to have approved, commercial grade equipment throughout facility that is used for customer production.Provided following MCESD handout(s) via email:--MCEHC changes (i.e.-Certified Food Protection Manager must be present during all hours of operation)"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.Emailed inspection report.Award: A,Signer: Claudia Castro

#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. Citrus squeezer has build up residues. Clean food equipment at a frequency to prevent build up. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.12

Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Residue build up found on ceiling tiles in food preparation area. Clean ceiling surfaces at a frequency to prevent build up. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

2023

Dec 19, 2023Routine2 coreA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Toxic substances properly identified, Stored, and used--Proper date marking & disposition--Approved food containers / Characteristics- Multiuse; Safe-- Facility has in current use following homestyle equipment in food preparation area:- Thomson and Midea chest freezersFood permit is to have approved, commercial grade equipment throughout facility that is used for customer production.Provided following MCESD handout(s) via email:--MCEHC changes (i.e.-Certified Food Protection Manager must be present during all hours of operation)"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.Emailed inspection report.Award: A,Signer: Ana E

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentCore6-202.15

Core-6-202.15, C: Outer Openings, Protected Back door open at time of inspection. Provide a suitable barrier to prevent entry of pest/vermin from entering facility. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

#49 — Non-Food-Contact Surfaces CleanCore4-602.13

Core-4-602.13, C: Nonfood Contact Surfaces Wire shelving in walk-in cooler have build up of residues. Clean shelving at a frequency to prevent build up. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

Jul 20, 2023Routine1 coreA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Food and non-food-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used (i.e.-ice containers)--Proper date marking and dispositionProvided following MCESD handout(s) via email:--MCEHC changes (i.e.-Certified Food Protection Manager must be present during all hours of operation)--Cooling Methods"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."No County legal action will result from this inspection.Emailed inspection report.Award: A,Signer: Claudia Castro

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-201.11

Core-4-201.11, C: Equipment and Utensils-Durability and Strength Metal strainers showing signs of disrepair. Equipment and utensils are to be designed and constructed to be durable and to retain their characteristic qualities under normal use conditions. Repair/replace disrepair food equipment. 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 →