Don Cahuamanta
A°3549 W Mcdowell Rd, Phoenix 85009
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-66007
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 history12 on record
2026
Aug 3, 2026Re-InspectioncleanA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Operator provided virtual verification showing refrigeration unit at 41degrees F or below. Compliance verified.
Jul 23, 2026Routine1 priority1 foundationB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.A re-inspection will be conducted by 08/03/26 to verify refrigeration is cold holding at 41degrees F or below. Instructed operator to provide electronic verification.
Inspector's notes
Internal temperature of 52degrees F for sliced tomatoes, 51degrees F for pico de gallo, 45degrees F for various green and red salsas. All other items stored in unit are non-TCS. Discussed with operator Time/temperature control for safety foods shall be cold held at 41degrees F or below. Per operator all TCS foods had been filled at opening of day less than 4hours prior. Operator proceeded to add ice underneath containers at time of inspection. Discussed with operator to ensure any remaining TCS is discarded past the 4hours. 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
Ambient temperature of 56degrees F for two door prep-refrigeration unit found at time of inspection. Discussed with operator cold holding refrigeration unit shall be repaired/ replaced to cold hold at 41degrees F or below. There is sufficient refrigeration available to operate safely. A re-inspection will be conducted by 8/3/26. 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.
Apr 29, 2026RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: No violations noted at time of inspection.Discussed with operator to reach out to local City Jurisdiction for outdoor expansion to seating prior to beginning outdoor operations.
Feb 23, 2026RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: No violations observed at time of inspection.Discussed with operator potentially expansion to offer outdoor seating. Operator shall verify with City regarding primary approval for additional any outdoor seating.
2025
Oct 15, 2025RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: No violations noted at time of inspection.
Jul 2, 2025Routine1 priority1 coreB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Internal temperatures ranging between (51-53*F) for pico de gallo and raw meat stored in two door prep refrigeration unit located in front service area. There is an additional 3-door prep refrigeration unit in front service area with adequate cold holding temperature of 41*F or below and additional tall-door refrigeration unit a back of house at 41*F or below. Operator stated food items were placed in unit less than 4hours prior. Discussed with operator to ensure adequate cold holding for Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods at 41*F or below. Operator proceeded to move TCS food items to a different refrigeration unit at time of inspection. 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
Discussed with operator 2-door refrigeration unit shall maintain adequate cold holding temperatures for TCS food items at 41*F or below. Ensure adequate maintenance in unit to verify 41*F or below cold holding for TCS food items. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment
Mar 26, 2025RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: No violations noted at time of inspection.
2024
Nov 21, 2024Routine1 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed several wet cloths lying around kitchen; at prep tables, and serving station.
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3-304.14 - Core: Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation Predefined Comment: All wet wiping cloths must be stored in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations. Wiping cloths were placed in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Sep 4, 2024Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed sliced and shredded lettuce with an internal temperature of 47F. Person in charge states they were cut and shredded at room temperature and put in reach in fridge unit four hours prior. All TCS foods improperly cold held were discarded by PIC at time of inspection. 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.
Apr 11, 2024Routine1 coreA
This establishment received an A Grade and had 0 Priority and 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Inspection report printed.Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection ManagerPerson in charge (PIC) during inspection does not have Food Protection Manager certification. Provided information about obtaining certification in print. Please ensure at least one person with this certification who supervises kitchen activities is present at all times.5th consecutive violation.Reviewed cooling methods with PIC. Recommended usage of ice wands/paddles or ice baths for cooling soups more quickly.No County legal action will result from this inspection.El 1 de julio de 2023, el Departamento de Servicios Ambientales comenzó a enviar por correo electrónico la(s) tarjeta(s) de permiso y la(s) factura(s) de permiso a los permisionarios. Necesitamos una dirección de correo electrónico actual y precisa en el archivo para asegurarnos de que reciba una copia de su tarjeta de permiso y factura(s) al momento de la renovación.Si no está seguro si su dirección de correo electrónico es correcta, puede:• Comuníquese con su inspector usando el número de teléfono o correo electrónico en su último informe de inspección para revisar, o• Comuníquese con el Departamento usando las direcciones de correo electrónico a continuación,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (instalaciones tales como comida rápida)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (instalaciones que son restaurantes de servicio completo)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (instalaciones como supermercados o mercados minoristas de alimentos)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (comida móvil/eventos especiales/revisión del plan)Si necesita actualizar su dirección de correo electrónico u otra información de contacto, envíe un formulario de solicitud de cambio administrativo en el sitio web a continuación: https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Embargo Lbs: 0,Award: A,Signer: Lidia Carrillo
Core-6-201.11, C: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability Observed numerous damaged floor tiles near 3-compartment sink that are no longer smooth and easy to clean. Please ensure floors, walls, and ceiling are maintained to be smooth and easily cleanable, especially in high-splash areas. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
2023
Oct 18, 2023RoutinecleanA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager >>> Observed no Certified Food Manager (CFM) onsite at time of inspection. Person in charge (PIC) was unable to produce a certified food protection manager certificate. A CFM is required to be on the premises during all hours of operations. Provide a CFM onsite by next routine inspection.**4TH CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION**Discussed thawing, and cooling methods with PIC.Report emailed to PIC.No County legal action will result from this inspection.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.Food Manager Licenses: 0,Award: A,Signer: F. Carrilo
Aug 4, 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 report emailed.Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager--No certified food protection manager (CFPM) was on site at time of inspection. Discussed having someone with a CFPM certification on site during all hours of operation per updated MCEHC.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 website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181 or call 602-506-6824.Signer: Lidia Carrillo,Award: A
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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 →