Maskadores Taco Shop
A53 W Thomas Rd, Phoenix 85013
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-82469
Score based on 10 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 history10 on record
2026
Jun 24, 2026Routine1 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed an accumulation of grease deposits on the fume hood vents at time of inspection. Discussed cleaning frequency with PIC. PIC stated that they will schedule a cleaning. 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.
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4-601.11(B) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils
Jan 9, 2026Routine1 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed an accumulation of grease deposits on the fume hood vents at time of inspection. Discussed cleaning frequency with PIC. PIC stated that they are due for a servicing and will schedule a visit for this weekend. 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.
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4-601.11(B) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils
2025
Aug 22, 2025Routine2 coreA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
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
Inspector's notes
Observed grease build up around the floor and ventilation hoods of main kitchen area. Discussed cleaning frequency with person in charge. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions
Apr 29, 2025Routine1 priority1 foundation2 coreB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Vomit and diarrhea cleanup procedure document sent with inspection report. Inspection report delivered via e-mail.
Inspector's notes
Observed person in charge with no certified food protection manager certificate. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Repeat violation: 3rd consecutive. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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Repeat Violation 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
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Observed no body fluid cleanup kit or procedures on-site for cleanup of vomit or diarrhea. Person in charge did not have procedures for cleanup of vomit or diarrhea incident. Written procedures for clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events is required onsite at all times. Person in charge was sent a vomit and diarrhea cleanup guidance document for an outline on procedures. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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2-501.11 - Priority Foundation: Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events. 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/4125/Food-SafetyOperator-Resources.
Inspector's notes
Observed cream & jalapeno sauce, shredded cheese, and pico de gallo in tabletop cooler between 45 and 60 F. Person in charge (PIC) stated that items had been in the unit for about 4 hours. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. Eggs not treated to destroy Salmonellae can be stored in equipment that maintains an ambient air temperature of 45°F or below. All TCS foods improperly cold held were discarded by PIC at time of inspection. New batches of TCS foods were covered and placed over ice to maintain temperature and were later observed at 41 F. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed wet wiping cloth stored in sanitizer bucket at 10 ppm chlorine. All wet wiping cloths must be stored in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations. Wiping cloths were placed in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-304.14 - Core: Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation
Feb 28, 2025Routine1 coreA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) present on-site at time of inspection. A CFPM is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. 4TH CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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Repeat Violation 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
Aug 12, 2024Routine1 priority2 coreB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Note: Discussed wiping cloths.
Inspector's notes
Observed no certified food manager present on-site at time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. 3RD CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION. 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
Inspector's notes
Observed raw shelled eggs (56'F) and cooked potatoes (55'F) in reach-in unit located by rice cooker. Ambient temperature of unit observed at 53.6'F. PIC could not provide when unit went out of temperature and items in question have been in storage for longer than 4 hours. All TCS foods improperly cold held were discarded by PIC at time of inspection. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. Eggs not treated to destroy Salmonellae can be stored in equipment that maintains an ambient air temperature of 45°F or below. PIC agreed to not use unit in question until it has been repaired. Establishment observed to have more than adequate cold holding capacities. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed heavy accumulation of grease and oil residue on vents located above cooking area. 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.
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4-601.11(B) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils
Apr 1, 2024RoutinecleanA°
Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager *2nd Consecutive Violation* >>> Observed no certified food protection manager present on site at time of inspection. Certified food manager must be present at all times during operating hours. 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.Report delivered via email.---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, orContact 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-181Award: Not Participating,Embargo Lbs: 0,Food Manager Licenses: 0,Signer: Esmeralda Bugarin
Jan 8, 2024Routine1 foundation1 coreB°
Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager>>> Observed no certified food protection manager present on site at time of inspection. Certified food manager must be present at all times during operating hours.This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report delivered via email.OF NOTE: Discussed proper storage of employee vitamin supplements with PIC. Provided PIC with guide on bodily fluid cleaning kit assembly.---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, orContact 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-181Award: Not Participating,Embargo Lbs: 0,Food Manager Licenses: 0,Signer: Esmeralda Bugarin
Priority Foundation-7-102.11, Pf: Common Name-Working Containers --- Observed unidentified chemical spray bottles in dry storage identified as Windex and degreaser sprays by PIC. Working containers in a food establishment must be labeled with common names for proper identification. PIC labeled spray bottles at time of inspection. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Core-4-601.11, C: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils --- Observed heavy accumulation of food debris and grease on vents above cook line. Excess amount of oil stains and organic matter build up on walls and flooring around cooking equipment on the cookline. PIC was instructed to have this cleaned prior to next routine inspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
2023
Nov 8, 2023RoutinecleanA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No 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: Esmeralda Bugarin
Sep 26, 2023Routine1 coreA°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, and 0 Priority Foundation Violations on this inspection.Inspection report emailed to establishment and confirmed received. No County legal action will result from this inspectionCore-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 managerThe 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: Not Participating,Signer: Esmeralda Bugarin
Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Observed excess organic matter behind stove and under fryer unit. Discussed with person in charge the importance of keeping the area clean to avoid fire risk as well as health risks. PIC states they will clean the area. Discussed increasing the cleaning frequency of the area behind the stove and the fryer area. 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 →