Filiberto's Mexican Food
C3940 N 107th Ave, Avondale 85392
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-59289
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
Aug 7, 2026Routine2 priority1 coreC
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed storage on food refrigeration, handwashing sinks
Inspector's notes
*third consecutive* Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine 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
Inspector's notes
In walk-in cooler, a 20 gallon container of salsa measured an internal temperature of 52'F. Per employee salsa had been prepared 6+ hour prior. As salsa had not cooled within proper time frame it was embargoed. Cooked TCS foods must be cooled from 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours, and from 70°F to 41°F within 4 hours for a total of 6 hours for cooling. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.14 - Priority: Cooling. 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.
Inspector's notes
Salsa bar had various salsa and carrots & jalapeno mixture measuring an internal temperature of 47-52'F. Salsas were out <4 hours. Employee added more ice to salsa bar so that ice was directly in contact with containers food. TCS foods shall be held at 41'F or lower when cold holding. *second consecutive* Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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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.
May 4, 2026Routine1 priority2 coreB
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed handwashing
Inspector's notes
*Second consecutive Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine 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
Inspector's notes
Salsa bar had pans of various types of salsas and a bowl of carrots and jalapenos measuring an internal temperature of 51-54'F. Per person in charge food had been placed at salsa bar approximately 3 hours prior. Instructed person in charge to remove items from bar to cool. TCS foods shall have an internal temperature fo 41'F or lower when cold holding. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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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.
Inspector's notes
Back door leading into kitchen was propped open several inches. Brought to attention of person in charge to close door. Outer openings shall be protected to prevent pests from entering. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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6-202.15 - Core: Outer Openings, Protected
Jan 16, 2026Re-Inspection1 coreA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected. Establishment has hot water at sinks and has obtained thermometer and chlorine test strips.
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine 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
Jan 14, 2026Routine1 priority3 foundation1 coreC
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Provided cooling handout
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine 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
Inspector's notes
In walk-in cooler a 5-gallon bucket of salsa measured an internal temperature of 55'F. Per person in charge salsa had been made approximately 8 hours prior. As salsa had not cooler within 6 hour time frame it was embargoed. Reviewed establishment's cooling procedures with person in charge, discussed more effective methods of rapid cooling. Cooked TCS foods must be cooled from 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours, and from 70°F to 41°F within 4 hours for a total of 6 hours for cooling. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.14 - Priority: Cooling. 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.
Inspector's notes
Establishment not able to provide a probing thermometer. Ensure that a stem thermometer (either digital or analog that measures from 0'F-220'F) is available for use prior to reinspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
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4-302.12 - Priority Foundation: Food Temperature Measuring Devices
Inspector's notes
Establishment uses bleach as sanitizer. No chlorine test strips available on site. Provided a small quantity to use temporarily. Ensure that chlorine test strips are available prior to reinspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
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4-302.14 - Priority Foundation: Sanitizing Solutions, Testing Devices. 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
Establishment does not have hot water available as water heat is broken. Per person in charge a repairman has already examined heater and will have it repaired 1/16. Per person in charge water in boiled on stove to supply hot water for warewashing and handwashing. Ensure that water heater is repaired and hot water is available at all sinks prior to reinspection on 1/16 at 2PM. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
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5-103.11 - Priority Foundation: Capacity-Quantity and Availability
2025
Nov 25, 2025Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Proper Date Marking and Disposition (i.e. - fish);--Proper Cold Holding Temperatures (i.e. - salsa bar);--Food Separated and Protected (i.e. - shelled eggs);
3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage Addl Notes: Predefined Comment: In-use utensils must 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 must be stored above the surface of the food. All in-use utensils were properly stored at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Aug 27, 2025Routine3 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Proper Cold Holding Temperatures (i.e. - salsa bar)--Insect Control Devices, Design and Installation (i.e. - light trap location)
Inspector's notes
Flat of raw, shelled, eggs found stored atop covered food container of BFT.
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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. Food employee 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.
Inspector's notes
Utensils (i.e. knives, spatulas, tongs etc.,) found stored between food prep cooler and freezer. Properly store food equipment in a manner to prevent food contact surface from becoming potentially contaminated. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage
Inspector's notes
Door seal gasket on 3-door food prep cooler showing signs of disrepair.
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4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment Predefined Comment: All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair all equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Apr 24, 2025Routine1 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Proper Cold Holding Temperatures (i.e. - salsa bar)--Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for RetailSale, Properly Stored (i.e. - spray bottles)
Inspector's notes
Drain line to north wall hand sink in disrepair.
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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained Predefined Comment: All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair drain line at hand sink. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
2024
Dec 9, 2024Routine2 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Food Properly Labeled; Original Container (i.e. - spice containers; salt)
Inspector's notes
Fan grate covers of walk-in cooler fan condensers have build-up residues.
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4-601.11(B) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils Predefined Comment: Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Inspector's notes
Floor and wall junction surface of mop sink showing signs of disrepair.
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6-201.13 - Core: Floor and Wall Junctures, Coved, and Enclosed or Sealed 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. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Sep 9, 2024RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Hands clean & properly washed (i.e.-grill area for food preparation)--Light Bulbs, Protective Shielding (i.e. - food preparation area)--Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (i.e. - interior of ice machine)
Apr 24, 2024Routine3 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:--Adequate hand washing facilities Supplied & accessibleProvided 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."Note:-- Facility has in current use following homestyle equipment in food preparation area:- Avanti chest freezer; Hamilton Beach microwaveFood permit is to have approved, commercial grade equipment throughout facility that is used for customerproduction.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Emailed inspection report.Award: A,Signer: Armando Perez
Core-4-904.11, C: Kitchenware and Tableware-Preventing Contamination; Single-Use/Single Service Items Forks at drive-thru found stored with mouth parts up. Display cutlery in a manner in which mouth parts presented away from user. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Core-5-205.15 (B), C: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained Carbonators located above the chest freezer are expelling water. Repair carbonators. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Core-6-101.11, C: Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas Floor tiles missing/damaged at mop station's curbed sink. Repair missing/damaged floor tiles. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
2023
Nov 8, 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:--Adequate hand washing facilities supplied & accessibleProvided following MCESD handout(s) via email:--MCEHC changes (i.e.-Certified Food Protection Manager must be present during all hours of operation)Note:-- Facility has in current use following homestyle equipment in food preparation area:- Avanti chest freezerFood permit is to have approved, commercial grade equipment throughout facility that is used for customer production."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: Wendy Guzman
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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 →