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Carniceria Y Panaderia La Exclusiva

B°

1640 N 36th St, Phoenix 85008

Food Establishment · Permit FD-80890

Score based on 8 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 18, 2026.

89
Good

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Nov 21, 2023 — Routine — score 78 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 2 core)Nov 27, 2023 — Re-Inspection — score 80 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Dec 11, 2023 — Re-Inspection — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Mar 22, 2024 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)May 21, 2024 — Routine — score 80 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Jan 28, 2025 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Aug 7, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Mar 16, 2026 — Routine — score 81 (0 priority, 3 foundation, 4 core)81
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history11 on record

2026

Jun 25, 2026Advisorynot scoredclean
Mar 16, 2026Routine3 foundation4 coreB°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Recommend: drain cleaner for hand sink. Of note: If CARNICERIA Y PANADERIA LA EXCLUSIVA LLC is not the owner a new food permit will need to be issued. Apply at maricopa.gov/enviro. Apply for 30 day ownership transition.

#1 — Person in Charge Present, Demonstrates Knowledge, and Performs DutiesPriority foundation2-101.11

Inspector's notes

At time of inspection no person in charge was present at this establishment. During open hours of operatino a Person In Charge should be present. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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2-101.11 - Priority Foundation: Assignment; Person In Charge Present

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

At time of inspection no manager present or employee with Certified Food Protection Manager certificate. Notified employees. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Predefined Comment: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. 2-102.12(A) - Core: Certified Food Protection Manager. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these resources on our website. https://www.maricopa.gov/5114/Food-Restaurants

#15 — Food Separated and ProtectedCore3-302.11

Inspector's notes

Observed inside walk in unit with 4 raw egg cartons with raw shelled eggs stored directly above packaged salsas. Notified employees. Corrective Action: 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.

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedPriority foundation4-601.11

Inspector's notes

Observed heavy food debris and cloths inside main large mixer. Notified Employees. ====Food contact equipment needs to be clean to sight and touch. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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4-601.11(A) - Priority Foundation: 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.

#28 — Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly StoredPriority foundation7-102.11

Inspector's notes

Observed unknown chemical spray bottle with no chemical name by hand sink. Notified employees. Employee will empty chemical liquid. ===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.

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7-102.11 - Priority Foundation: Common Name-Working Containers

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

Inspector's notes

Observed various ingredients left open with no lids: nuts; frostings, raisins. Notified employees. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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3-305.11 - Core: Food Storage - Preventing Contamination from the Premises

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-201.11

Inspector's notes

Observed 7 missing ceiling tiles. Notified employees. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-201.11 - Core: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability

2025

Aug 7, 2025Routine1 coreA

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

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

Inspector's notes

Some of the pastry cabinet doors are not self-closing. Provide self-closing devices to the pastry cabinet doors so they are self-closing. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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3-305.11 - Core: Food Storage - Preventing Contamination from the Premises

Jan 28, 2025Routine2 coreA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed with staff member about adding labels to dry food storage containers.

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.12

Inspector's notes

Observed accumulation of dirt on walls, floor, and storage area. 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

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Observed no certified food protection manager on site at time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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2-102.12(A) - Core: Certified Food Protection Manager. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these resources on our website. https://www.maricopa.gov/5114/Food-Restaurants

2024

May 21, 2024Routine1 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteB

This establishment received a(n) B Grade and had 1 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Report emailed to PIC.No County legal action will result from this inspection.El 1 de julio de 2023, el Departamento de Servicios Ambientales comenzó a enviar por correo electrónico la(s) tarjeta(s) de permiso y la(s) factura(s) de permiso a los permisionarios. Necesitamos una dirección de correo electrónico actual y precisa en el archivo para asegurarnos de que reciba una copia de su tarjeta de permiso y factura(s) al momento de la renovación.Si no está seguro si su dirección de correo electrónico es correcta, puede:• Comuníquese con su inspector usando el número de teléfono o correo electrónico en su último informe de inspección para revisar, o• Comuníquese con el Departamento usando las direcciones de correo electrónico a continuación,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (instalaciones tales como comida rápida)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (instalaciones que son restaurantes de servicio completo)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (instalaciones como supermercados o mercados minoristas de alimentos)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (comida móvil/eventos especiales/revisión del plan)Si necesita actualizar su dirección de correo electrónico u otra información de contacto, envíe un formulario de solicitud de cambio administrativo en el sitio web a continuación: https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: B,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Maria Aleman

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation5-205.11

Priority Foundation-5-205.11, Pf: 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. >>> Observed metal bucket, large dish soap container, and utensils stored with and blocking access to the hand wash sink by the 3-compartment sink in the bakery area. PIC moved all items to a proper storage area at time of inspection. Hand wash sinks must be accessible at all times to allow for proper hand washing. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedPriority4-602.11

PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-602.11, P: Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency. 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 floor dough mixer in the bakery area with accumulation of food debris on food contact surfaces. Per PIC, the deli slicer was used 1 day prior to inspection. PIC washed, rinsed, and sanitized the deli slicer at the time of inspection. Discussed cleaning frequency of food contact surfaces with the PIC. Discussed the importance of storing all food contact surfaces clean. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Mar 22, 2024Routine2 coreA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Discussed proper use of designated hand sinks, and availability of paper towels with PIC.Report emailed to PIC.No County legal action will result from this inspection.El 1 de julio de 2023, el Departamento de Servicios Ambientales comenzó a enviar por correo electrónico la(s) tarjeta(s) de permiso y la(s) factura(s) de permiso a los permisionarios. Necesitamos una dirección de correo electrónico actual y precisa en el archivo para asegurarnos de que reciba una copia de su tarjeta de permiso y factura(s) al momento de la renovación.Si no está seguro si su dirección de correo electrónico es correcta, puede:• Comuníquese con su inspector usando el número de teléfono o correo electrónico en su último informe de inspección para revisar, o• Comuníquese con el Departamento usando las direcciones de correo electrónico a continuación,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (instalaciones tales como comida rápida)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (instalaciones que son restaurantes de servicio completo)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (instalaciones como supermercados o mercados minoristas de alimentos)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (comida móvil/eventos especiales/revisión del plan)Si necesita actualizar su dirección de correo electrónico u otra información de contacto, envíe un formulario de solicitud de cambio administrativo en el sitio web a continuación: https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: A,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Maria Aleman

#37 — Food Properly Labeled; Original ContainerCore3-602.11

Core-3-602.11, C: Food Labels >>> Observed the following pastries made and packaged on-site: flan, cheesecake, and tres leches cake without proper labeling. All food that is packaged on-site must have the following information on its label: 1) Name of Product; 2) Processor Name; 3) Processor Address or Phone Number; 4) Ingredients; 5) Approximate Weight; 6) In English). Update labels with information listed above prior to next routine inspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.12

Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions >>> Observed a heavy accumulation of dust and black organic matter on the walls in the baking area and food prep area. Also observed an accumulation of food debris on walk-in door handles and shelving, as well as underneath cooking equipment throughout the bakery. Discussed cleaning frequency with PIC. Establishment should be cleaned frequently enough to prevent the accumulation of organic matter. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

2023

Dec 11, 2023Re-InspectioncleanA°

Upon re-inspection, all violations have been corrected.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Copy of report was emailed to person in charge.Award: Re-Inspection,Signer: Maria Aleman

Dec 4, 2023Advisorynot scoredclean

Manager is requesting more time the part is on order The establishment has another walk in Re-inspection rescheduled for December 11 2023

Nov 29, 2023Advisorynot scoredclean

Re-inspection has been rescheduled for December 4 2023With the Spanish Liaison

Nov 27, 2023Re-Inspection1 priority1 foundationB°

printed reportRe-inspect for walk in Dec 1 2023A pattern of non-compliance is developing for Priority violation # 20 3-501.16(A)(2(B), which has been noted during this inspection. An Active Managerial Control Intervention Visit was offered to the person in charge. Failure to correct repeat violations may result in legal action.Upon re-inspection, violation 20 and 31 have not been corrected No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: Re-Inspection,Embargo Lbs: 3.0,Signer: Ana Huerta

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Repeat Violation PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B), P: 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. Observed cooked rice pudding and cream cheese cold holding at an internal temperature of 48 deg F in a walk in cold unit that was holding >41 deg F. Manager informed the food items had been in unit since the night prior and discarded. Embargo form filled out. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd

#33 — Proper Cooling Methods Used; Adequate Equipment for Temperature ControlPriority foundation4-301.11

Repeat Violation Priority Foundation-4-301.11, Pf: 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. Observed the walk in cold unit holding temperature at 47.6 deg F (according to the min/max thermometer) TCS food items was discarded or redirected to other walk in. Will re-inspect Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd

Nov 21, 2023Routine1 priority1 foundation2 coreB°

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.Printed reportCore-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager-Manager informed he has taken Certified food protection manager training however has not taken test. Obtain certification and leave at establishment. This is the Third consecutive violationThis establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Re-inspection November 27 2023 for one of the two walk in cold units located in retail/bakery areaNo County legal action will result from this inspection.Prepared embargo formAward: Not Participating,Embargo Lbs: 4,Signer: Ana Huerta

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B), P: 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.-Observed a pan of milk and flan prepared in bakery cold holding at an internal temperature of 50 deg F in a walk in cold unit that was holding at >41 deg F. PIC informed the food items had been in unit since the night prior and discarded. Embargo was filled out. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#33 — Proper Cooling Methods Used; Adequate Equipment for Temperature ControlPriority foundation4-301.11

Priority Foundation-4-301.11, Pf: 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. One of the two walk in cold units holding temperature at 51.1 deg F (according to the min/max thermometer) TCS bakery food items cold holding in unit was discarded or redirected to other walk in. Manager called for repair. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-501.11

Core-4-501.11, C: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment-Door gasket for walk in bakery/retail door in disrepair. Replace gasket. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.12

Repeat Violation Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions-Bakery area in need of a general cleaning with emphasis placed on floors and behind equipment. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd

This address holds 4 food permits

Maricopa County issues a separate permit for each kitchen rather than for each restaurant name, so large properties hold several. Each is inspected and scored on its own. The county does not publish which kitchen serves which venue.

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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 18, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →