El Super Taco
A14620 N Cave Creek Rd, Phoenix 85022
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-79643
Score based on 11 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 22, 2026.
Score over time
Inspection history11 on record
2026
Aug 18, 2026RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: No violations noted at time of inspection.
May 6, 2026Routine2 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Boxes of single service items stored on the floor in the dining room. Store them at least 6 inches above the floor. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-903.12 - Core: Prohibitions; Utensils, Equipment and Linens
Inspector's notes
The bottom shelves of two food prep table is rusty and not and not easily cleanable. Boxes of single service item stored on it.
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4-101.11 (B-E) - Core: Characteristics- Multiuse; Durable, Nonabsorbent, Smooth, Easily Cleanable Predefined Comment: Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Paint. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Mar 16, 2026Routine1 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discused keeping utensils in hot water more than 130 degrees F. and employee hand wash requirements.
Inspector's notes
Wall around electrical cables in cook line and a door hinges in food service area accumulated with dust. Clean Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions
2025
Oct 27, 2025RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Jul 18, 2025RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Apr 8, 2025Routine1 priority2 foundationall corrected on siteB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed outdoor hand sink inoperable at time of inspection. Staff member was actively cooking at time of inspection. Hands were not washed before beginning handling food and hands were not washed between raw and RTE cooked product. Portable hand sink was set up outdoor for temporary use for staff member to wash hands. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-2-301.14 - Priority: When to Wash. 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/4573/AMC-Toolbox: Handwashing. Predefined Comment: Employee properly washed hands at handwash sink at time of inspection. Predefined Comment: Discussed the importance of proper hand washing procedures with the person-in-charge (PIC). Proper handwashing procedure is to rinse hands with warm water, scrub with soap for 10-15 seconds, rinse with warm water, dry with approved drying provision, and turn off in a manner to prevent re-contamination of hands. Entire process should take approximately 20 seconds for full and proper handwashing to prevent spread of pathogens and contamination.
Inspector's notes
Observed Outside hand sink non-operational at time of inspection. Outdoor cooking operations were in-use at time of inspection. PIC had hand sink fixed to supply running water by the end of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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5-205.11 - Priority Foundation: Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance. 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/4573/AMC-Toolbox: Handwashing. Predefined Comment: Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing.
Inspector's notes
Observed fresh cooked carne asada in active cooling process at 106*f degrees in deep containers, lid on, and wrapped up in plastic wrap sitting out on counter top. Containers were in bus tubs with very light amount of ice underneath containers. Trained staff on using ice bath technique to expedite cooling process and ensure ice bath in contacting product completely. Items were put into a correct cooling process at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-501.15 (A) - Priority Foundation: Cooling Methods. 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. Predefined Comment: TCS foods must be cooled in: uncovered/loosely covered, shallow containers less than 4 inches deep, in equipment designed to rapidly cool, by using an ice bath, by using ice as an ingredient, or another effective means.
2024
Oct 30, 2024RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Sep 9, 2024Re-InspectioncleanA°
Predefined Comment: Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected. Establishment obtained parasite destruction letter from sea food provided.
Aug 17, 2024Routine2 priority2 foundationC
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed cooling methods ,when placed in cooling or cold holding equipment, food containers in which food is being cooled shall be arranged in the equipment to provide maximum heat transfer through the container walls; and loosely covered, or uncovered if protected from overhead contamination, during the cooling period to facilitate heat transfer from the surface of the food. Discussed obtaining more refrigerator thermometers to monitor internal ambient temperature of cold holding equipment.Re-inspection for parasite destruction letter to take place by 8/26/24.
Inspector's notes
Observed establishment serves raw marinated shrimp ceviche as ready to eat but was not able to provide parasite destruction letter from seafood provider at the time of inspection. Discussed obtainining from supplier, a written agreement or statement stipulating that the fish are frozen to a temperature for specified time and that the letter must be retained on site of the operation.
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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. Predefined Comment: 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. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed cooked pork al pastor in the reach in freezer with internal temperature between 88F -97F. The person in charge stated the pork had been cooked and placed into the freezer for cooling approximately 12pm, more than 2 hours ago. The cooked pork al pastor was embargoed at the time of inspection. Discussed cooked TCS foods must be cooled from 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours, and from 70°F to 41°F within 4 hours for a total of 6 hours for cooling. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.14 - Priority: Cooling. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed cooked TCS meats with internal temperature in a reach in cooler with internal temperatures between 45F -52F. Cooked TCS meats included pork al pastor, cooked chicken, and beef carne asade. The person in charge stated the food items had been placed in the reach in cooler for cold holding more than 4 hours ago. The food items were embargoed at the 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. Predefined Comment: Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed reach in cooler with internal ambient temperture between 45F - 50F being used to store TCS foods. TCS foods inside the reach in cooler had internal temperatures between 45F -52F. The person in charge discontinued use of the reach in cooler and placed a work order for service.
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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. Predefined Comment: 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.
Feb 6, 2024Routine1 priority1 foundation2 coreB
This establishment received a B Grade and had 1 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.At time of inspection, the outdoor cooking area was not in use. The PIC indicated that the portable outdoor sink is stocked and ready only during usage of the grill area. Discussed with PIC about bin cleaning for utensils, outdoor sink. Inspection conducted RS1197. Inspection report sent via email.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 website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181 or call 602-506-6824.Award: B,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: RA,Signer: Alondra E.
PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-302.11 (A1-2), P: Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation, Packaging, and Segregation; Protection From Cross Contamination. 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. Observed raw pork stored over cut vegetables and soups on the shelf next to the door of the walk-in cooler. All raw animal foods must be separated from raw RTE foods and cooked RTE foods during storage, preparation, holding, and display. The PIC moved the raw products to the bottom shelf. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Core-4-602.11 (E), C: Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency; Non-TCS. 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/4574/AMC-Toolbox---Food-Contact-Surfaces. Observed a buildup of organic matter on the inner rim of the ice machine. All equipment must be cleaned as frequently as necessary in order to prevent any buildup of organic matter. Correct Prior to Next Routine Inspection. Priority Foundation-4-601.11(A), Pf: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils. 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/4574/AMC-Toolbox---Food-Contact-Surfaces. Observed the tray of the meat slicer with food debris on the food-contact surface. Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. The PIC placed the tray in the sink to be cleaned and sanitized. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Core-3-302.12, C: Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food Observed a bin of white powder stored under the prep table of the kitchen. The PIC identified the product as salt. Food not readily identifiable on sight which has been removed from the original container must have a label. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Core-6-101.11, C: Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas Observed tiles missing underneath the sink of the three-compartment sink. Missing FRP, tile, or other waterproof surface material in high moisture areas must be replaced in order to prevent any further issues of cleanable surface. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
2023
Oct 3, 2023Routine1 priority1 coreB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Discussed with PIC about cooking product in citrus, consumer advisory, unused equipment, reheating process, in-use knives. Inspection report sent via email.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 website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181 or call 602-506-6824.Award: Not Participating,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Alohndra E.
PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-403.11, P: Reheating for 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/4618/AMC-Toolbox---Reheating. Observed frozen beans and frozen cooked beef being reheated in the hot holding unit next to the microwaves. Both of the products still were frozen solid in the middle, while the surrounding liquid was 108F. The PIC indicated that the products were placed in the unit for less than 30 minutes. TCS food reheated to 165°F for 15 seconds and shall be done rapidly (does not exceed 2 hours). The PIC place the dishes in large pots to be reheated to 165F. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Observed knives being used to cut burritos and sandwiches stored in-use on the magnetic strip against the back wall above the prep counter. Knives, spatulas, etc., between uses shall be stored in water above 135F between uses. The PIC placed the knives in a container of water for use. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Observed multiple pest traps behind the ice machine with dead pests throughout. Physical facility must be cleaned as frequently as necessary. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 22, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →