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Birreria Don Jose

A

691 N Arizona Ave, Chandler 85225

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-89048

Score based on 12 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 22, 2026.

98
Excellent

Chandler restaurant avg: 93

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Jul 27, 2023 — Routine — score 95 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Nov 27, 2023 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Mar 29, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jul 19, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Nov 13, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Mar 12, 2025 — Routine — score 80 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Mar 19, 2025 — Re-Inspection — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jun 12, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Oct 6, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Jan 26, 2026 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)May 14, 2026 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Aug 18, 2026 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)100
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history12 on record

2026

Aug 18, 2026RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.No violations noted at time of inspection. Inspection report sent by email.

May 14, 2026RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: No violations noted at time of inspection. Inspection report sent by email.

Jan 26, 2026Routine1 coreA

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

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Observed no certified food manager present in establishment while open and operating.

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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 Predefined Comment: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. And employee basic (essentials) food handlers certificate shall be available in the establishment for review. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

2025

Oct 6, 2025Routine1 coreA

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

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-101.11

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Conveyer belt at tortilla machine is very deteriorated. Replace belt. 4-101.11 (B-E) - Core: Characteristics- Multiuse; Durable, Nonabsorbent, Smooth, Easily Cleanable

Jun 12, 2025RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.There were no violations noted. Report was emailed.

Mar 19, 2025Re-InspectioncleanA°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected. Report was emailed.

Mar 12, 2025Routine1 priority1 foundationB°

A re-inspection will be done on 3/19/25Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report was emailed.

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Chicken, beef, stew and baked potatoes at 49-50'f less than 4 hours in upright reach-in cooler. Items moved to alternate cooler to hold at 41'f. Do not place any TCS foods in cooler until it holds at 41'f or below. 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.

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

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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Ambient air temperature of upright cooler reading 49-50'f. Have unit serviced to ensure it holds items at 41'f or below. A re-inspection will be done on 3/19/25. 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.

2024

Nov 13, 2024RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.There were no violations noted. Report was emailed.

Jul 19, 2024Routine1 coreA

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

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Noted faucet on the right side of 3-vat sink leaking--repair. 5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained

Mar 29, 2024RoutinecleanA

This establishment received an A grade and had 0 Priority and 0 Priority Foundation violations. No County legal action will result from this inspection. Report was 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 website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: A,Signer: Angelica B.

2023

Nov 27, 2023Routine2 coreA

This establishment received an A grade and had 0 Priority and 0 Priority Foundation violations. No County legal action will result from this inspection. Report was 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 website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: A,Signer: Iris MJ

#6 — Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco UseCore2-401.11

Core-2-401.11, C: Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco---Noted partially eaten dessert stored on top of small salsa containers. Please keep personal drinks/food items stored below/away from foods and prep areas. Item was removed. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#33 — Proper Cooling Methods Used; Adequate Equipment for Temperature ControlCore3-501.15

Core-3-501.15 (B), C: Cooling Methods; Cooling containers. 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.--Noticed sauce cooling in large five gallon bucket filled to top. Use shallow containers, ice baths and ice wands to facilitate cooling. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

Jul 27, 2023Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB°

This establishment is not participating in the award program and received 0 priority and 2 priority foundation violations. No County legal action will result from this inspection. Report was emailed.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,Signer: Angelica B.

#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.---Bucket stored in sink at back handsink. Do not store anything in sink. Keep it open for handwashing only. Bucket was removed. Priority Foundation-6-301.11, Pf: Handwashing Cleanser, Availability. 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.---No soap at back handsink. Be sure sinks are always stocked soap and paper towels. Soap was provided. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of 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 →