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La Chamba

A

3501 N 43rd Ave, Phoenix 85031

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-66265

Score based on 7 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 24, 2026.

100
Excellent

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Aug 3, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Dec 7, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Aug 8, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Dec 5, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Apr 25, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Sep 12, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Mar 26, 2026 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)99
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history11 on record

2026

Aug 28, 2026Advisorynot scoredclean
Mar 26, 2026Routine1 coreA

Predefined Comment: Due to the violations noted on this inspection report, County legal action may result from this inspection.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.Observed a large bar along the south side and west side of establishment in an L shape. Bar has three compartment sink and handwashing sink. Bar was previously located in the center of the establishment in a U shape. Per person in charge the bar was built six months prior to current inspection. Establishment uses bar to serve beer bottles and open liquor drinks. Remodel application required.

#15 — Food Separated and ProtectedCore3-302.11

Inspector's notes

Observed oysters in a distributors box, placed in a red cooler with ice. Per employee the oysters were her managers to take home. Spoke with manager via telephone and she confirmed that they were only there for storage until they can be transported home. Establishment only has drinks available, no solid food besides the oysters were stored at establishment. Informed manager that oysters should not be stored at establishment when they are for personal use at home. Ensure to properly label/store personal food in designated area. Correct prior to next routine 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

Sep 12, 2025RoutinecleanA

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

Sep 12, 2025Advisorynot scoredclean

Advisory

Apr 25, 2025RoutinecleanA

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

2024

Dec 5, 2024RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

Aug 8, 2024RoutinecleanA

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

2023

Dec 7, 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 was emailed to the PIC at the time of inspection. Of note: Reviewed 3-compartment set-up (wash, rinse, sanitize with chlorine 50-100ppm). Provided handout//sticker. 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-181Food Manager Licenses: 0,Award: A,Signer: Lilia P.

Dec 5, 2023Advisorynot scoredclean

Attempted to conduct an inspection at this facility, but was not accessible. Another attempt will be conducted at a later time.

Nov 28, 2023Advisorynot scoredclean

Arrived at establishment and could hear loud music being played, but door was locked. Checked online for hours. website stated establishment opens at 11:00. Phone call was made to owner and establishment. Left a voicemail. Will inspect another day.

Aug 3, 2023RoutinecleanA

This establishment received an A Grade and had 0 Priority and 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No violations noted at time of inspection.Inspection rights accepted by Alilia P. Report printed.Reviewed ware-washing procedure with person in charge. Operating days and times updated on record.No County legal action will result from this inspection.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.Award: A,Signer: Alilia Puente,Embargo Lbs: 0

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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 24, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →