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Carbon Tapatio

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9032 S Central Ave, Phoenix 85042

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD2404527

Score based on 7 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 22, 2026.

96
Excellent

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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Score over time

10006020252026Apr 1, 2025 — Routine — score 78 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 2 core)Apr 2, 2025 — Re-Inspection — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jul 29, 2025 — Routine — score 93 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 2 core)Jul 30, 2025 — Re-Inspection — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Oct 8, 2025 — Routine — score 97 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 3 core)Apr 6, 2026 — Routine — score 97 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 3 core)Aug 3, 2026 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)99
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history7 on record

2026

Aug 3, 2026Routine1 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed wash, rinse and sanitizing at 3 compartment sink.

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentCore6-202.15

Inspector's notes

Observed worn down and peeling weather-stripping seal at backdoor. Discussed with PIC that required to protect outer openings from pests entering facility.

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6-202.15 - Core: Outer Openings, Protected Predefined Comment: Establishment must be maintained free of pests and all pest control measures must be conducted. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Apr 6, 2026Routine3 coreA

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

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Observed no employee with a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on premises at the time of inspection. Discussed with PIC that one employee with CFPM must be present on premises at all hours of operations, every shift and time of 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 Predefined Comment: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. 3rd consecutive occurrence Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

#49 — Non-Food-Contact Surfaces CleanCore4-601.11

Inspector's notes

Observed buildup of food debris on reach-in refrigerator and reach-in freezer doors. Discussed with PIC that non-food contact surfaces are required to be cleaned more frequently to prevent accumulation of organic matter, dirt, dust and food debrtis.

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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. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.114

Inspector's notes

Observed molcajete bowls in the establishment being stored and not in use. Discussed with PIC that equipment not approved to be used at establishment may not be stored on premises.

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6-501.114 - Core: Maintaining Premises, Unnecessary Items and Litter Predefined Comments: Removal of litter, articles and equipment that are not needed for the operation or maintenance of the establishment is required. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

2025

Oct 8, 2025Routine3 coreA

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

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Inspector's notes

Observed faucet and base is loose in men's restroom hand sink. Discussed with PIC that all plumbing required to be in good repair.

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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained Predefined Comment: All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Observed no employee with CFPM on premises at the time of inspection. Discussed with PIC that one employee with CFPM must be present on premises at all hours of operations and time of 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 Predefined Comment: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. 2nd consecutive occurrence Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

#49 — Non-Food-Contact Surfaces CleanCore4-601.11

Inspector's notes

Observed buildup of food debris on reach-in freezer door across from grill. Discussed with PIC that non-food contact surfaces required to be cleaned more frequently to prevent accumulation of food, dirt and dust debris.

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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. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Jul 30, 2025Re-InspectioncleanA°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon re-inspection, all violations have been corrected. No County legal action will result from this inspection. Hot water temperature reading at 100°F at all handwash sinks and 110°F at all other sinks.No County legal action will result from this inspection.

Jul 29, 2025Routine1 foundation2 coreB°

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

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Observed no employee with CFPM on premises at the time of inspection. Discussed with PIC that one employee with CFPM must be present on premises at all hours of operations and time of 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 Predefined Comment: 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.

#49 — Non-Food-Contact Surfaces CleanCore4-601.11

Inspector's notes

Observed reach-in refrigerator and reach-in freezer near grill with buildup of food debris inside door, outside door and floor of unit. Discussed with PIC that required for non-food contact surfaces to be cleaned more frequently.

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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. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

#50 — Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate PressurePriority foundation5-103.11

Inspector's notes

Observed hot water temperature at 92-93F at all hand sink, mop sink and 3 compartment sink. Discussed with PIC that hot water required temperature to be at 100°F at all handwash sinks and 110°F at all other sinks.

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5-103.11 - Priority Foundation: Capacity-Quantity and Availability Predefined Comment: Hot water of 100°F is required at all handwash sinks; 110°F at all other sinks; 120°F at mechanical ware washing units sanitizing with chemicals; and 140°F at mechanical ware washing units sanitizing with high temperature. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection. Scheduled re-inspection on 7/30/2025.

Apr 2, 2025Re-InspectioncleanA°

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

Apr 1, 2025Routine1 priority1 foundation2 coreB

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

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Observed no CFPM present on premises at time of inspection. Discussed with PIC that one employee with CFPM must be present on premises at all hours of operations and time of 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 Predefined Comment: 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.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed cutting board on prep-table with buildup of food debris. Discussed with PIC that food contact surfaces need to be cleaned every 4 hrs.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-602.11 (A-D) - Priority: 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. Predefined Comment: All food-contact surfaces that contact TCS foods must be cleaned every 4 hours by washing, rinsing, and sanitizing. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

#49 — Non-Food-Contact Surfaces CleanCore4-602.13

Inspector's notes

Observed food debris buildup on walk-in refrigerator doors and prep-table refrigerator doors, as well as inside shelves. Discussed with PIC that non-food contact surfaces need to be cleaned frequently and to the touch.

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4-602.13 - Core: Nonfood Contact Surfaces Predefined Comment: 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: Corrected at time of inspection.

#50 — Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate PressurePriority foundation5-103.11

Inspector's notes

Observed no hot water in establishment due to water heater turning off and plumber has been called out to fix it. Discussed with PIC that hot water availability throughout establishment is required to be at 100F temperature.

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5-103.11 - Priority Foundation: Capacity-Quantity and Availability Predefined Comment: Hot water of: 100°F is required at all handwash sinks; 110°F at all other sinks; 120°F at mechanical warewashing units sanitizing with chemicals; and 140°F at mechanical warewashing units sanitizing with high temperature. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection. Reinspection schedule for 24 hrs, 04/02/2024.

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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 →