Garcia's Mexican Restaurant
A5695 W Bell Rd, Glendale 85308
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-73060
Score based on 10 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 history10 on record
2026
Sep 17, 2026Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed a pizza cutter wedged between two preparation tables back of house on the cook line. 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. PIC stated that they lay the cutter flat on the table between uses. All in-use utensils were properly sent to the mechanical warewashing station to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized 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
Jun 30, 2026Routine1 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed a small leak in the handwashing sink pipe located back of house by dish pit. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. PIC stated a work order will be put in for these leaks. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained
Apr 3, 2026Routine2 coreall corrected on siteA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed a dead Cockroach in a sticky trap located in the employee restroom back of house. PIC was made aware and removed the trap with the dead roach inside and properly disposed of it at time of inspection. Verified with PIC that a licensed pest control company comes out to spray. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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6-501.112 - Core: Removing Dead or Trapped Birds, Insects, Rodents and other Pests
Inspector's notes
Observed three metal tongs being set on the top of the stainless steel square metal containers in-between uses. 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. PIC stated that they will use a stainless steel square metal container in one of the steamers for storing in use utensils. All in-use utensils were properly went to the mechanical warewashing station to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized 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
2025
Nov 7, 2025RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Jul 1, 2025Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed wiping cloth requirements with staff.
Inspector's notes
Observed beef tacos (51°F) and rolled meat and cheese tacos (50-53°F) cold holding above 41°F in the bottom of the middle prep table. Alerted staff who stated the food had been in the unit for less than 3 hours. Staff put the metal bins of Time Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods in ice baths at the time of inspection. It was also determined that the temperature dial at the bottom of the unit had been inadvertently set to a hotter setting. Staff adjusted the dial to a colder setting at time of inspection. Adequate alternative refrigeration is currently available to continue operating safely. Discussed the importance of routine cold holding food temperature checks. Discussed cold holding requirements with staff. 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.
Mar 11, 2025Routine1 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed frequency of cleaning the walk in racks. Seasonal menus to include asterisks on food items that can be ordered undercooked to draw the eye down to the printed consumer advisory.
Inspector's notes
Observed blackish grey matter built up on the walk in fan grates. Alerted staff who plan to deep clean them tonight. 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
2024
Nov 27, 2024RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed maintaining all handwashing sinks as corrosion-free.
Jul 31, 2024Routine1 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed freezer storage and cooling requirements.
Inspector's notes
Observed several cracked and chipped plastic buckets and lids in the establishment. Establishment to replace chipped and broken dishware before the next routine inspection. Discussed the importance of keeping food contact surfaces in good repair to reduce the chance of physical contamination. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-101.11 (B-E) - Core: Characteristics- Multiuse; Durable, Nonabsorbent, Smooth, Easily Cleanable
Apr 8, 2024RoutinecleanA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority and 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Discussed cleaning various frequencies. No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report provided via email; confirmed delivery onsite.Check out the AMC Toolbox at https://www.maricopa.gov/4533/English-AMC-ToolboxOn 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.Food Manager Licenses: 1,Award: A,Signer: Twee Pham
2023
Dec 7, 2023RoutinecleanA
This establishment received an A grade and had 0 priority and 0 priority foundation on this inspection.No county legal action will result from this inspection.Emailed while on site.Person in charge was made aware of their inspection rights. 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.Signer: Emilo P,Award: A
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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 →