Taqueria El Trompo

4434 W Thomas Rd, Phoenix 85031

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-74421

Score based on 9 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 21, 2026.

Excellent

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history10 on record

2026

Jun 18, 2026RoutinecleanA

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

Feb 10, 2026Advisorynot scoredclean

Feb 9, 2026Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA

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

#35 — Approved Thawing Methods UsedCore3-501.13

Inspector's notes

Observed meats thawing in pooled water inside the prep sink and in a bin next to the prep sink.

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3-501.13 - Core: Thawing Predefined Comment: All foods being thawed from frozen must be thawed in an approved manner. Foods must be thawed under refrigeration, under cold running water, or as part of the cooking process. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

2025

Oct 14, 2025RoutinecleanA

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

Jul 10, 2025RoutinecleanA

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

Mar 5, 2025RoutinecleanA

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

2024

Oct 24, 2024Routine2 priorityall corrected on siteC°

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

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

Several Large packages of Raw Beef at back of kitchen out at room temperature at 54 Degrees. Manager said they have been out for an hour with no prep observed by inspector. Manager put meat in coolers and meat prep started. 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.

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedPriority4-102.11

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Observed a non food grade bags being used being used to store dough in walk in cooler. Discussed with manager the proper food grade bags and they will order. And remove bags at time of inspection. PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-102.11 (A)(1) and (B)(1) - Priority: Characteristics-Single-Service and Single-Use; Migration of Deleterious Substances; Safe

Jul 24, 2024Routine1 coreA

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

#45 — Single-Use/Single-Service Articles; Properly Stored, UsedCore4-903.11

Inspector's notes

Observed Plastic single use utensils and Stainless-steel utensils stored with handle down and business side up. Discussed with Manager proper storage of utensils.

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4-903.11 (A) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Utensils, Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles - Storing; Single-Use/Single-Service Items

Feb 13, 2024RoutinecleanA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Discussed with PIC usage of food grade bagsNo County legal action will result from this inspection.Report was 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.Signer: Ruben M.,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Award: A

2023

Oct 6, 2023Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA

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. New Code regulations state that there shall be a person in charge at all times, and person in charge must be a certified food protection managerNo County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report emailed to establishment and confirmed received. 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-RequestForm-181 or call 602-506-6824.Award: A,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Agustin Cano

#39 — Contamination Prevented during Food Preparation, Storage and DisplayCore3-305.11

Core-3-305.11, C: Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises >>observed a 20 lb bag of onions on the floor near the back door, observed an uncovered tray of cilantro directly on the floor in the walk in fridge. Discussed that all food should be placed 6 inches above the ground to avoid the possibility of contamination in the event of a spill, flooding, or sewage issue and pests. Staff picked food up off ground and place on wire shelving. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

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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 →