Carniceria Y Taqueria Sinaloa II
A°10953 W Buckeye Rd, Avondale 85323
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-61660
Score based on 12 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 20, 2026.
Score over time
Inspection history15 on record
2026
Aug 20, 2026Re-InspectioncleanA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected. Person in charge repaired the walk-in cooler. Foods such as beef stew and beans had internal temperatures as measured using a probe thermometer ranging from 40°F - 41°F. Air temperature from the fans as measured using an IR thermometer was reading between 36°F - 39°F.
Aug 18, 2026Routine2 priority2 foundationC°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed date marking, sanitizer bucket and bug lamp.
Inspector's notes
Did not observe any parasite destruction letter for the ceviche and Agua chiles that is served raw marinated. Discussed with person in charge to reach out to the vendor for a parasite destruction letter or to fully cook the shrimp. 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. The person in charge will fully cook the shrimp until they can get the parasite letter from their supplier or switch to a new supplier that has parasite destruction. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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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.
Inspector's notes
Observed a roasted chicken in a hot holding case with an internal temperature as measured using a probe thermometer ranging from 114°F - 127°F. According to the person in charge, the chicken had been in the hot case for more than 2 hours and was embargoed at time of inspection (see embargo form). Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 135°F or above. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(1) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot 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/4614/AMC-Toolbox---Hot-Holding.
Inspector's notes
Observed cooked birria beef, beans, menudo, red pozole and barbacoa all with internal temperatures as measured using a probe thermometer ranging from 46°F - 50°F. A min-max thermometer was placed into the walk-in cooler and allowed to stabilize for 15 minutes. The air temperature in the walk-in cooler was holding at 47°F. An IR thermometer laser measured the air temperature coming off the fans at 47°F - 50°F. According to the person in charge, the foods had been in the walk-in cooler for more than 4 hours and were embargoed at time of inspection (see embargo form). 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.
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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
Please refer to violation #22. The walk-in cooler is not cold holding at 41°F or below. A re-inspection for cold holding capacities - equipment will occur within 24 hours. Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. Must repair cold holding equipment such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
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4-301.11 - Priority Foundation: Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities-Equipment. 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.
Jun 15, 2026Routine1 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Establishment is in the process of removing ice machine (not in operation) from premises.
Inspector's notes
Observed leaky faucet at three compartment sink. Discussed importance of keeping physical facility in good repair at all times to prevent further damage or health hazards. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods
Jan 29, 2026RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
2025
Oct 6, 2025RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed procedures for monitoring equipment temperatures.
May 16, 2025Routine2 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed rodent droppings behind freezer in small room next to prep room. Food establishments should be free from rodents and pests, and any evidence should be removed immediately to reduce the attraction of insects and development of odors. Increase frequency of certified pest control services and cleaning frequency. SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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Repeat Violation 6-501.111 (A-B, D) - Core: Controlling Pests; Monitoring
Inspector's notes
Observed accumulation of dust on walls behind ice machine and food debris on door of walk-in cooler. Discussed conducting a deep clean and increasing cleaning frequency. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions
Feb 4, 2025Routine2 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed rodent droppings behind freezer in small room next to prep room. Food establishments should be free from rodents and pests, and any evidence should be removed immediately to reduce the attraction of insects and development of odors. Increase frequency of pest control services and cleaning frequency. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-501.111 (A-B, D) - Core: Controlling Pests; Monitoring
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Observed part of dry wall missing in employee restroom. Discussed replacing/repairing to ensure a smooth, easily cleanable surface. 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.
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6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods
2024
Oct 31, 2024RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Aug 7, 2024RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Apr 18, 2024RoutinecleanA
No violations noted at time of inspection.This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection rights signed by Beatriz R.Report sent via email.Reviewed procedures on preparing and testing sanitizer.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,Signer: Beatriz Ruiz
2023
Nov 9, 2023RoutinecleanA
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.Inspection rights signed by Beatriz R.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 websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: A,Signer: Beatriz R.
Aug 10, 2023Advisorynot scoredclean
AMC training with a Spanish speaking liaison scheduled for Monday, 8/28/23 at 9am.No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Aug 9, 2023Advisorynot scoredclean
Spoke with manager Beatriz via phone. Explained that the inspector will be reaching out to schedule an onsite, AMC training with a Spanish speaking liaison in the very near future.No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Aug 7, 2023Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB
Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager--Establishment did not have a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) present during inspection. Please have a CFPM present during all operation hours.This establishment received a(n) B Grade and had 1 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Due to the violations noted on this inspection report, County legal action may result from this inspection.Fourth consecutive violation for violation #21, date marking & disposition.Inspection rights signed by Rosa V.Report printed.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.Servicios de Servicios Ambientales comenzara a enviar por correo electrónico las tarjetas de permisos y la fractura de permisos a los permisionarios en los próximo meses. Necesitamos una dirección de correo electrónico actual y preciso en archivo para asegurarnos de que reciba una copia de su tarjeta de permisos y factura al momento de la renovación. Si no está seguro de si su correo electrónico es preciso se puede: Pongase en contacto con su inspector usando el numero o correo en su último inspección o Pongase en contacto con el Departamento usando los correos abajo: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) Nota:Si necesita actualizar su dirección de correo electrónico y/u otra información de contactar, por favor mandar un formulario de solicitud de cambio administrativo en el siguiente sitio web:https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181 or call 602-506-6824.Award: B,Embargo Lbs: 15,Signer: Rosa V.
Repeat Violation PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.18, P: Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food - Disposition. 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/4125/Food-SafetyOperator-Resources. Observed containers of cooked cabeza, ribs, and beef soup with date marks ranging from 7/27 to 7/29. In walk-in cooler. Person in charge had kitchen staff discard items at time of inspection. Discussed training staff to check date marks daily to ensure items are not held past 7 days. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection,Repeat Violations: 4th
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 20, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →