Tacos Chilango
A1573 N Dysart Rd, Avondale 85392
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-80188
Score based on 10 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 24, 2026.
Score over time
Inspection history10 on record
2026
Jul 14, 2026Routine2 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed date marking procedures and provided handouts.
Inspector's notes
Observed carton of shelled raw eggs stored over bags of tortillas and containers of salsa in reach-in cooler. Discussed proper food storage of raw and ready to eat foods. Person in charge rearranged items at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed accumulation of dust on the ceiling above the prep line. Discussed increasing cleaning frequency to prevent potential contamination of food. 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
Apr 14, 2026Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed cleaning schedule.
Inspector's notes
Observed multiple unlabeled spray bottles containing either clear liquid or blue liquid in kitchen prep areas. Discussed proper labeling of working containers. Manager instructed staff to label spray bottles. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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7-102.11 - Priority Foundation: Common Name-Working Containers
2025
Nov 12, 2025Routine4 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed back door to outside with buildup of dirt and dust debris. Discussed with PIC that physical facility required to be cleaned more frequently to prevent accumulation of organic matter, dirt, dust and food debris.
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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Predefined Comment: 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed several beverages belonging to employees stored with establishment food in reach-in refrigerator. Discussed with PIC that employee's personal food and drink items required to designate a separate storage area on bottom shelf, such as pan or bin and label "employee or staff", to avoid co-mingling with establishment food items.
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6-403.11 - Core: Designated Areas-Employee Accommodations for Eating/Drinking/Smoking Predefined Comments: Areas designated for employees to eat, drink, and use tobacco shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, and single-service and single-use articles are protected from contamination. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed buildup of food debris on reach-in refrigerator and reach-in freezer doors. Discussed with PIC that non-food contact surfaces are required to be cleaned more frequently to prevent accumulation of organic matter, dirt, dust and food debris.
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4-601.11(B) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils 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. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed no covered waste receptacle in female restroom. Discussed with PIC that covered waste receptacle is required in unisex/female restrooms.
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5-501.17 - Core: Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered Predefined Comment: Uni-sex and female toilet rooms requires a covered waste receptacle. Provide prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Jul 29, 2025RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
May 1, 2025RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
2024
Dec 3, 2024RoutinecleanA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
May 20, 2024RoutinecleanA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority and 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager: No certified Food Manager present at time of inspection. In Compliance with Food Code, Maricopa County now requires a Food Manager Present during operating hours. Emailed Maricopa Policy changes and additional resources of where to acquire a Food Manager Certification. Correct prior to next routine inspection.Discussed routine dusting, and sanitizer strip usage. 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.Award: A,Signer: Melissa O
Jan 11, 2024Routine1 coreA°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection. No County legal action will result from this inspection. Inspection report 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.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Melissa Ortiz
Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions --Observed grease buildup on the ceiling, walls, and equipment throughout the entire establishment including the kitchen and the dining room. The ventilation hoods are being turned off during cooking which leads to excessive buildup. Discussed the importance of keeping vent hoods on at ALL times when cooking is taking place. Ensure ceiling and walls are cleaned and the vent hoods remain turned on. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
2023
Oct 31, 2023Routine1 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection. No County legal action will result from this inspection. Inspection report emailed. Discussed AMC training for sanitizer and warewashing procedures. 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.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Anthony Ortiz
PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-702.11, P: Cleaned and Sanitized Before Use After Cleaning. 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 two employees rinse dirty dishes without washing or sanitizing. The 3-compartment sink had dirty dishes and equipment in all compartments so the sink could not be set up properly. The Person in Charge (PIC) was informed and instructed to empty and set up the sink properly. The wash sink was set up with soapy water, the rinse sink was emptied, and the sanitizer compartment was attempted to be used with non-food grade scented bleach. PIC was stopped and instructed to use food-grade chlorine sanitizer. The establishment did not have any on-site so an employee left, purchased bleach, and returned with the proper chlorine sanitizer. Test strips were used to confirm the concentration at the time of inspection. Discussed proper warewashing procedures with PIC and ensuring that ALL staff members are trained properly. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Priority Foundation-7-102.11, Pf: Common Name-Working Containers --Observed multiple containers of sanitizer without labels indicating what is inside throughout the establishment. Containers were labeled with marker at the time of inspection. Working containers used for storing poisonous or toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies shall be clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material at all times. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Jul 20, 2023Re-InspectioncleanA°
Upon reinspection, all violations have been corrected. The walk-in has an ambient air temperature of 36.5°F and food in this unit has internal temperatures between 36-38°F. No County legal action will result. Report emailed.Award: Re-Inspection,Signer: Anthony Ortiz
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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 →