La Canasta Mexican Food Products Inc
A3101 W Jackson St, Phoenix 85009
Food Establishment - Food Production · Permit FD-53739
Score based on 8 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 23, 2026.
Score over time
Inspection history8 on record
2026
Jun 18, 2026RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.No violations noted at time of inspection. Discussed with PIC handwashing procedures and pest control.
2025
Dec 3, 2025Re-Inspection1 coreA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon re-inspection, facility provided photos of all hand sinks dispensing hot water at 100*F and above. Invoices of food grade spray bottles provided via email. Violations #28 and #50 corrected.
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Predefined Comment: Physical facility must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection.
Nov 24, 2025Routine1 priority2 foundation1 coreB
Predefined Comment: Due to the violations noted on this inspection report, County legal action may result from this inspection.Ensure to follow guidance via email to apply for re-model permit within 5 business days.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.Discussed establishment procedures regarding: Storage of in use utensils, usage and storage of soiled linens, and removal of hand sink
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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Observed several hand sinks without paper towels throughout facility. Person in charge placed paper towels at each hand sink. 6-301.12 - Priority Foundation: Hand Drying Provision. 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. Predefined Comment: PIC provided hand drying provision for handwash sink at time of inspection.
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
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Observed canola oil stored in spray bottle designated for cleaning agents at dough making station. A container previously used to store poisonous or toxic materials may not be used to store, transport, or dispense food. Person in charge to order food safe bottles and send invoice via email, prior to re-inspection on 12/4/2025. PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-203.11 - Priority: Poisonous or Toxic Material Containers-Container Prohibitions
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
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Several hand sinks throughout facility unable to reach a temperature of 100*F. After running for over 60 seconds, water reached a temperature ranging 66-83*F. Person in charge to schedule maintenance and provide photos via email prior to reinspection on 12/4/2025. 5-103.11 - Priority Foundation: Capacity-Quantity and Availability Predefined Comment: Hot water of: 100°F is required at all handwash sinks; 110°F at all other sinks; 120°F at mechanical warewashing units sanitizing with chemicals; and 140°F at mechanical warewashing units sanitizing with high temperature. Predefined Comment: Provide adequate hot water at all sink fixtures prior to re-inspection.
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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Hand sink near corn tortilla production slow to drain, causing with standing water in basin. All hand sinks must be working properly to encourage hand washing. Person in charge had maintenance onsite work on sink. Sink near entrance and within 25 of production area accessible. 6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Predefined Comment: Physical facility must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection.
May 28, 2025Routine1 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed establishment procedures regarding: pH of cooked corn, storage of in use utensils, hand sinks, blueprints for remodel
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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No person on duty with a food manager certification. Person in charge to schedule exam soon. 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.
2024
Nov 7, 2024Re-InspectioncleanA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon reinspection, hot water available. All hand sinks at 100*F or above and 3 -compartment sink at 110*F or above, except hand sink at press line #3 at 86*F. Order placed for new heater. All hands are washed at entrance of facility, for employees working in packing area and hands are immediately gloved. Valve switch for hand sinks in bunuelo station still being worked on.
Nov 6, 2024Routine2 foundationB
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Hot water available (123*F) at hose from boiler room and routed to 3-compartment sink for proper washing and sanitizing. Discussed establishment procedures regarding: Building maintenance, soap dispenser at bunuelo line.
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. 6-301.12 - Priority Foundation: Hand Drying Provision. 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. Addl Notes: Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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Observed no paper towels at hand sink near corn flour line. A way to dry hands should be available at all hand sinks at all times. No water available at hand sink near corn cooking section. Person in charge turned on valves to gain access to water. 5-203.11 - Priority Foundation: Handwashing Sinks - Numbers and Capacities. 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: PIC provided hand drying provision for handwash sink at time of inspection.
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
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Hot water dispensing at 3-compartment and at all handwashing sink at a temperature of 70-75*F. No hot water available in facility. Hot water of 100-108*F for hand washing and 110*F for dishwashing should be available at all times. Discussed usage of temperature measuring devices and maintenance of water heater. Hot water must be available within 45 seconds upon activation. Recirculation pump needed for areas 60ft away from water heater. Provide video or photo of the corrections to the area inspector via email. Person in charge stated maintenance will be onsite today to troubleshoot hot water capacities. Re-inspection to occur by 11/7/2024. 5-103.11 - Priority Foundation: Capacity-Quantity and Availability Predefined Comment: Hot water of: 100°F is required at all handwash sinks; 110°F at all other sinks; 120°F at mechanical warewashing units sanitizing with chemicals; and 140°F at mechanical warewashing units sanitizing with high temperature. Predefined Comment: Provide adequate hot water at all sink fixtures prior to re-inspection.
May 9, 2024RoutinecleanA
Facility resurfacing floors in closed of areas. Limited production during inspection. Observed annual environmental micro and metal testing lab results for 2/17/24 and 5/24/23.No violations noted during inspectionThis establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority and 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Discussed establishment procedures regarding: glove usage and hand wash sinks.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report emailed.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-181Award: A,Signer: Barbara Weirick
2023
Sep 26, 2023RoutinecleanA
Observed 90 days of sanitation logs and environmental monitoring lab results for 9/25.No violations noted during inspectionThis establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority and 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report emailed.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-181Award: A,Signer: Barbara Weirick
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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 23, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →