Mariachi's Mexican Food
A°20799 N 83rd Ave, Peoria 85382
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-83301
Score based on 9 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 18, 2026.
Score over time
Inspection history9 on record
2026
Jun 24, 2026Routine5 coreA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and Accessible (i.e. - hand cleanser); _________--Toilet Facilities: Properly Constructed, Supplied, Clean (i.e. -Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered); _________--Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and Clean (i.e. - ceiling surfaces being smooth, durable, and easily cleanable)_______________________Provided following MCESD handout(s) via email:--Legal Process_______________________NOTE:--Coca Cola refrigeration unit currently being used to house TCS foods. TCS foods are to be housed in approved equipment. Recommend approved equipment to house TCS foods. --Use of hand-held, spraying devices are acceptable when properly installed (i.e. spray arm must hang above flood plain of bin at sink)
Inspector's notes
Missing hand-washing signage at hand sinks used by employees. Provide hand washing signage at all hand-sinks used by employees. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-301.14 - Core: Handwashing Signage. 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.
Inspector's notes
***3rd Consecutive Violation No Certified Food Protection Manager on site at time of 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 Predefined Comment: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Provide a CFPM on site during operating hours. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Inspector's notes
**2nd Consecutive Violation In walk-in cooler, container of raw chicken found on shelf above container of pooled eggs, container of raw beef found above bag of vegetables.
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Repeat Violation 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. Predefined Comment: All raw animal proteins must be stored below ready-to-eat (RTE) foods and stored according to cooking temperature at all times to prevent cross contamination. PIC began rearranging food items in unit to properly stored all raw animal proteins according to the final cooking temperature based on the cooking parameters in § 3-401.11 of the Food Code. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Inspector's notes
Several metal food containers found with old/expired day dots on them. Remove day dots from food equipment when cleaning food equipment. PIC began old day dots at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-603.12 - Core: Precleaning
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**2nd Consecutive Violation Grease shield vents in grill area has heavy residue buildup on surfaces.
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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. Clean nonfood-contact surfaces at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Feb 24, 2026Routine5 coreA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for RetailSale, Properly Stored (i.e. - spray bottle); --Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and Accessible (i.e. - hand washing signage at hand sinks);--Warewashing Facilities, Installed, Maintained, Used, Test Strips (i.e. - current chemical testing strips)--Food and non-food-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used (i.e. - rice food containers)_______________________Provided following MCESD handout(s) via email:--Legal Process;--New Owners Packet
Inspector's notes
No Certified Food Protection Manager on site at time of 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 Predefined Comment: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Provide a CFPM on site during operating hours. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. **2nd Consecutive Violation
Inspector's notes
Container of covered raw chicken and container of raw chopped raw beef found on wire shelves in walk-in cooler stored above covered container of pico de gallo and bag of radishes respectfully.
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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. Predefined Comment: All raw animal proteins must be stored below ready-to-eat (RTE) foods and stored according to cooking temperature at all times to prevent cross contamination. PIC began to properly store all raw animal proteins according to the final cooking temperature based on the cooking parameters in § 3-401.11 of the Food Code. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Inspector's notes
Container of unidentifiable spice found on counter. Per food worker, food container is filled with salt.
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3-302.12 - Core: Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food Predefined Comment: All bulk food items not easily identifiable must be labeled with common name of food. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Inspector's notes
Grease shield vents in grill area has heavy residue buildup on surfaces.
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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. Clean nonfood-contact surfaces at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Inspector's notes
Several ceiling tiles are missing and/or damaged behind front counter.
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6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Predefined Comment: All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Predefined Comment: Physical facility must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
2025
Sep 30, 2025Routine2 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
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
Inspector's notes
Box of limes, container of raw pork, bucket of sour cream and lettuce stored on the walk-in floor. Instructed person in charge to keep all items off the floor.
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3-307.11 - Core: Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination
Jun 4, 2025Routine2 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
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
Inspector's notes
Drive thru hand sink has come completely separated from wall. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain in good repair.
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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained
Mar 19, 2025Routine3 coreA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
No certified food service manager present. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation.
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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
Drive through area handsink has come loose from the wall. Instructed person in charge to have repaired and secured.
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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained
Inspector's notes
No covered trash can in unisex restroom, provide.
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5-501.17 - Core: Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered
2024
Nov 6, 2024RoutinecleanA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Aug 29, 2024Routine1 priority1 coreB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
NO certified food service manager available. Instructed person in charge to obtain certified food service manager certification so as to provide one on site at all hours of operation.
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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
Full bus tub of shredded beef cooling at 53 degrees F in walk in cooler. As per observations and person in charge product was cooked yesterday. Instructed person in charge to discard product. Reviewed proper cooling times and temperatures with person in charge and how to check thermometer calibration using ice water at 32 degrees F.
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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.
Apr 23, 2024Routine3 foundationall corrected on siteB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority and 3 Priority Foundation on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Printed while on site.Person in charge was made aware of their inspection rights.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 website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Jose S
Priority Foundation-2-102.11(A), B) and (C)(1), (4)-(16), Pf: Demonstration; Demonstration of Knowledge Violation documented due to priority foundation violation documented on this report, no certified food service manager certification available at time of inspection and person in charge unable to demonstrate applicable knowledge at time of inspection. Reviewed applicable food safety knowledge and instructed to obtain a certified food service manager certification. Second consecutive violation. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Priority Foundation-2-301.15, Pf: Where 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. Employee coming into kitchen from dining room and proceeded to use cold soapy small red bucket of water to dip hands to wash over the three compartment sink. Instructed employee to wash hands at handsink. Reviewed proper washing with person in charge. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Priority Foundation-7-102.11, Pf: Common Name-Working Containers Three spray bottle of chemicals in prep area not labeled as to content. Instructed person in charge that all chemicals must be labeled as to content at all times. Labels provided at inspection. Second consecutive violation. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
2023
Oct 24, 2023Routine1 priority2 foundationall corrected on siteB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority and 2 Priority Foundation on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Printed while on site.Person in charge was made aware of their inspection rights.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 website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Pablo
Priority Foundation-2-102.11(A), B) and (C)(1), (4)-(16), Pf: Demonstration; Demonstration of Knowledge Violation documented due to priority foundation violation documented on this report, no certified food service manager certification available at time of inspection and person in charge unable to demonstrate applicable knowledge at time of inspection. Reviewed applicable food safety knowledge and instructed to obtain a certified food service manager certification. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-301.11, P: Preventing Contamination from Hands; Bare Hand Contact with Ready to Eat Foods. 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. Line cook preparing/wrapping burrito with bare hands. Instructed cook to discard burrito, wash hands and put on gloves to remake burrito. Reviewed no bare hand contact with all ready to eat foods. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Priority Foundation-7-102.11, Pf: Common Name-Working Containers Two spray bottle of chemicals in prep area not labeled as to content. Instructed person in charge that all chemicals must be labeled as to content at all times. Labels provided at inspection. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
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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 →