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Rili B's Taco Shop

B°

20870 E Heritage Loop Rd, Queen Creek 85142

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-91315

Score based on 9 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 22, 2026.

86
Good

Queen Creek restaurant avg: 94

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1000602023202420252026Nov 16, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Mar 28, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Nov 19, 2024 — Routine — score 68 (2 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Apr 14, 2025 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Aug 27, 2025 — Routine — score 84 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Nov 25, 2025 — Re-Inspection — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Nov 25, 2025 — Routine — score 75 (1 priority, 2 foundation, 0 core)Apr 16, 2026 — Routine — score 78 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 2 core)Aug 12, 2026 — Routine — score 85 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)85
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history13 on record

2026

Aug 12, 2026Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report sent by email.

#20 — Proper Cooling Time and TemperaturesPriority3-501.14

Inspector's notes

Observed two containers of cooked pinto beans labeled the day prior to inspection with temperatures between 56 and 68 degrees Fahrenheit. PIC discarded beans at the time of inspection. Discussed cooling methods, and keeping a cooling log to check the beans every hour. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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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 16, 2026Routine1 priority1 foundation2 coreall corrected on siteB°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.**Talked to staff about wall repairs, hand sink requirements, and removal schedule for cardoard.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed large white bucket stored inside the hand sink closest to the grill. Employee removed the bucket. Ensure that all hand sinks are open and accessible at all times. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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5-205.11 - Priority Foundation: 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.

#35 — Approved Thawing Methods UsedCore3-501.13

Inspector's notes

Observed emplyees are thawing cooked chicken, chile relleno and other meats on the counter top. Talked to staff about thawing and showed the Spanish handout for thawing posted by the walkin. Ensure that TCS foods are thawed safety in the approved thawing methods as reviewed. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. Items were moved to the walkin.

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3-501.13 - Core: Thawing

#43 — In-Use Utensils; Properly StoredCore3-304.12

Inspector's notes

Observed taco salad fryer tool stored on the fire nozzle equipment, observed ice scoop buried in the ice in the ice machine that makes new ice, leading to burial, and observed red containers of food stored on top of trash cans by the grill. Talked to manager about safe utensil storage. Ensure that equipment is stored in a place to keep clean and prevent contamination. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesPriority5-202.11

Inspector's notes

Observed shut off nozzle on a hose attached to the atmospheric vacuum breaker supplied mop sink. Manager removed the hose during the inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-202.11 (A) - Priority: Approved System and Cleanable Fixtures; According to Law Predefined Comment: PIC removed shut-off downstream from atmospheric vacuum breaker at time of inspection. Predefined Comment: Shut-offs, including chemical dispensers and sprayer nozzles, are not approved for continuous installation downstream from atmospheric vacuum breakers.

2025

Dec 8, 2025Advisorynot scoredclean
Nov 25, 2025Advisorynot scoredclean
Nov 25, 2025Re-InspectioncleanA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon re-inspection all violations have been corrected. Walk-in holding at an ambient temperature of 39*F. Re-inspection report emailed.

Nov 25, 2025Routine1 priority2 foundationB

Inspection report emailed. A re-inspection for the walk-in will be conducted by 4:00 PM on 11/25/25.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed bucket inside hand sink next to the cook line. Hand sinks must be kept clear at all times to ensure proper handwashing is taking place. Bucket was removed at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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5-205.11 - Priority Foundation: 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.

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

**2nd repeat** Observed several TCS items such as beans, meats, and salsas in the walk-in with internal temperatures ranging from 54-57*F when measured with a probe thermometer. According to employee, walk-in had started to go down around 8am (4 hours prior). All TCS foods in the walk-in were discarded at time of inspection (see embargo). TCS foods must maintain internal temperatures of 41*F and below. 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.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed walk-in cooler with an ambient temperature of 57*F when measured with a min/max thermometer. According to employee, walk-in started to go down at 8am that morning and is currently being repaired. All cold holding equipment must maintain ambient temperatures of 41*F and below. A re-inspection will be conducted by end of day to ensure walk-in has been repaired and holds at 41*F. Corrective Action: Correct at once.

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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.

Aug 27, 2025Routine1 priority1 coreB°

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

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

Observed cheese at 49F, guacamole with tomatoes at 50F, and tomatoes at 49F inside the prep fridge top, at the grill station. As per manager, all those foods were changed out 45 minutes ago. Manager put back in the walkin. Ensure that all TCS foods during cold holding are kept at 41F or less. 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.

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Inspector's notes

Observed leak from black pipes under the hand sink in the hallway. Talked to manager about leaks. Ensure equipment is not leaking and working according to manufacturer's instructions and to prevent contamination. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained

Apr 14, 2025Routine2 coreA°

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

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Observed nobody present that has a food manager license. Ensure there is someone for each shift that has a food manager license. 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

#15 — Food Separated and ProtectedCore3-302.11

Inspector's notes

Observed metal container was holding bottles of oil and the metal container was stored on top of a trash can by the grill. Talked to manager about storage locations, and removed the items. Manager said they have ordered a small shelf several times, but it hasn't arrived yet. Ensure that food and food contact surfaces to not touch trash cans and dirty surfaces. 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.

2024

Nov 19, 2024Routine2 priority2 coreall corrected on siteC

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Emailed report

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

Inspector's notes

PIC had employee discard drinks. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Observed 2 employee drinks (1 without a lid) on prep tables. Employee consumables shall be in a designated area away from prep tables and anywhere customer food/drink are stored/prepared and away from wares snd utensils used for customer food. 2-401.11 - Core: Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedPriority4-501.114

Inspector's notes

Food-contact surfaces sanitized using chlorine sanitizer must be sanitized with a contact time of least 10 second at 0 ppm. PIC remade sanitizer solution in 3 comp at 50 ppm. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Observed wares and utensils in 3 comp sink being sanitized in a chlorine sanitizer solution of 0 ppm. PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-501.114 (A-E) - Priority: Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness. 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.

#21 — Proper Hot Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

Per PIC, the beans had been on the steam unit for about an hour. PIC reheated beans to a temperature of 165F by end of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Observed refired beans being hot held on steam units at 135F. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 135°F or above. PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(1) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot 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/4614/AMC-Toolbox---Hot-Holding.

#43 — In-Use Utensils; Properly StoredCore3-304.12

Inspector's notes

PIC removed utensil/container from food products. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Handle of scoop stored in sugar observed touching product; observed styrofoam contain without handle stored in flour. If utensils are stored in food, the must use utensils with handles and the handles must be stored above the surface of the food. 3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage

Mar 28, 2024RoutinecleanA

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.Report delivered by email and inspection rights signed for by Tomas T. 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,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Tomas Teruel

2023

Nov 16, 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.Report printed and inspection rights signed for by Odalys Q. of note.... provided storage handout and discussed proper labeling of all chemicals. 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,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Odalys Quiroz

Oct 25, 2023Reviewnot scoredclean

Final construction inspection.Construction is complete and approved.This establishment/operation has demonstrated sufficient compliance to proceed with the issuance of the permit. To complete the permitting process, issuance of this permit, and begin operation, the applicant must first submit payment of the annual operating permit fee to the Department’s Administrative Services. Fees paid up to this inspection approval do not include the annual operating permit fee. PAYMENT with a credit/debit card can be made via phone at 602-506-6824, Option 2. Per MCEHC Chapter I, Regs 4 & 5, no person shall conduct an operation or operate an establishment for which a permit is required without holding the necessary and valid permit to do so. Payment with a credit/debit card can be made on-line via select “Pay a Fee” at esd.maricopa.gov. Please note that if you select payment via online, the annual operating permit fee invoice may take up to 7 business days to post online. Also, checks and money orders are accepted via US Mail. If you select payment via US Mail, for further instructions please refer to the printed invoice. No operating permit is valid, until the permit fee is received by the Department. It is the responsibility of the permit holder/owner to notify MCESD if there are contact/ billing address changes.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.Report emailedNo county legal action will result from this inspection.

Sep 21, 2023Reviewnot scoredclean

Equipment inspection.Construction is about 90% completeWalked site with Superintendent, Brett A(1) Have the hood ansul system tested and approved.(2) Provide a sneeze guard along the front service counter (3) Provide dome strainers where missing in the floor sinks.(4) Provide a mop hanger (5) Finish exterior work to include paving the parking lot.For final approval:(1) Have C of O from local municipality(2) Have 120 F hot water to all sinks.Have all refrigeration maintaining proper temperatures. Request a final inspection at (602) 527-0893Report auto emailedNo county legal action will result from this 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 →