PlateScore

El Rey De Los Ostiones

A

4141 N 35th Ave, Phoenix 85017

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-59133

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.

99
Excellent

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Oct 2, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jan 16, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Aug 20, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Dec 6, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Feb 14, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)May 19, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Oct 28, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jan 30, 2026 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)May 8, 2026 — Routine — score 97 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 3 core)97
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history9 on record

2026

May 8, 2026Routine3 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed shell stock tag maintenance.

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentCore6-202.16

Inspector's notes

Observed wide openings in entrance gate to fenced area in back of establishment. Establishment shall be maintained free of pests and all pest control measures shall be conducted by a licensed pest control specialist. Discussed physical means to prevent pest entry with person in charge (PIC). Repair entrance gate prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-202.16 - Core: Exterior Walls and Roofs, Protective Barrier

#43 — In-Use Utensils; Properly StoredCore3-304.12

Inspector's notes

Observed knives stored in container filled with water on top of prep table cutting board. In-use utensils shall be stored in a clean, dry location; in running water; or in hot water above 135°F. If utensils are stored in food, the handles shall be stored above the surface of the food. In-use knives were properly stored at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage

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

Inspector's notes

Observed excess of clutter and articles that are not needed for the operation or maintenance of the establishment in outdoor fenced-in area behind facility. Discussed limiting clutter to mitigate pest harborage. Establishment to remove excess of articles/equipment stored in back of facility. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-501.114 - Core: Maintaining Premises, Unnecessary Items and Litter

Jan 30, 2026Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#15 — Food Separated and ProtectedCore3-302.11

Inspector's notes

Observed container of raw shrimp stored above covered containers of cucumbers/tomatoes. All raw animal proteins shall be stored below ready-to-eat (RTE) foods and stored according to cooking temperature at all times to prevent cross contamination. Person in charge (PIC) properly stored all raw shrimp according to the final cooking temperature based on the cooking parameters in § 3-401.11 of the Food Code. Discussed food container coverings. Corrective Action: Corrected 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.

2025

Oct 28, 2025RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

May 19, 2025RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

Feb 14, 2025RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed cooling procedures.

2024

Dec 6, 2024RoutinecleanA

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

Aug 20, 2024RoutinecleanA

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. - cut vegetables)

Jan 16, 2024RoutinecleanA

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.A copy of this report will be 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-181.Award: A,Signer: Laura Cazarez

2023

Oct 2, 2023RoutinecleanA

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:--Thermometers provided and accurate--Proper cooling time & temperatures--Consumer advisory provided for raw or undercooked foodsProvided 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: Genesis Hernandez

This address holds 3 food permits

Maricopa County issues a separate permit for each kitchen rather than for each restaurant name, so large properties hold several. Each is inspected and scored on its own. The county does not publish which kitchen serves which venue.

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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 →