Cali Tacos
B10220 W Mcdowell Rd, Avondale 85323
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD2404812
Score based on 6 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 21, 2026.
Score over time
Inspection history6 on record
2026
Aug 28, 2026Routine1 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteB
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Walk-in cooler had the following TCS items measuring an internal temperature of 50-54: various raw meats, various cooked meats, shredded lettuce, various salsas, cooked potatoes, ranch dressing, milk, shredded cheese, beans, and chicken nuggets. Ambient air temperature measured 53'F with min/max thermometer. Per employee cooler was verified to have been working approximately 3 hours prior. Door to walk-in freezer was opened to help drop walk-in temperature down. Prep cooler on line had the following TCS foods measuring an internal temperature of 49-54'F: shredded cheeses, fries, guacamole, rolled tacos, shredded lettuce, crema, and chile relleno. Ambient air temperature of cooler measured approximately 60'F with stem thermometer. Per person in charge items in prep cooler were placed out shortly before opening, approximately 2 hours prior. TCS items in prep cooler were placed into ice to cool down to proper temperature. Person in charge called company to come out and service coolers. 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. 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
Walk-in cooler measured an ambient air temperature of 53'F with min/max thermometer. Freezer door was opened to try and bring cooler down to temperature. After freezer had been opened for an extended period of time min/max thermometer measured an ambient air temperature of 48'F in walk-in cooler. Person in charge called tech to service unit who arrived during inspection to work on cooler. Cooler dropped down to 42'F and continued to drop temperature. Prep cooler on line measured an ambient air temperature of approximately 60'F with stem thermometer. Foods in immediate use were temporarily iced down. Do not hold any TCS foods in prep cooler without additional aid until it is able to hold foods at 41'F or lower. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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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.
May 4, 2026RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed storage of in-use utensils
Jan 6, 2026RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
2025
Oct 15, 2025RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Jul 8, 2025Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Proper Cold Holding Temperatures (i.e. - walk-in cooler)
Inspector's notes
2 pans of covered cooked beans dated 7/7 found in walk-in cooler at internal temperatures of 47*F and 55*F respectfully.
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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. Predefined Comment: Cooked TCS foods must be cooled from 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours, and from 70°F to 41°F within 4 hours for a total of 6 hours for cooling. After confirming with PIC, pans of cooked beans were prepared on 7/7 and were not monitored to confirm proper cooling had been performed. Pans of beans were embargoed. Predefined Comment: All TCS foods improperly cooled were discarded by PIC at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Apr 9, 2025Routine2 coreall corrected on siteA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed facility's procedures and protocols for:--Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessibleProvided following MCESD handout(s) via email:--New Owners Packet
Inspector's notes
Electrocution pest type device found in back of house. Insect control devices must retain insect. PIC removed device at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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6-202.13 - Core: Insect Control Devices, Design and Installation
Inspector's notes
Ice scoop found atop of ice maker on unprotected surface.
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3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage Predefined Comment: In-use utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location; in running water; or in hot water above 135°F. If utensils are stored in food, the handles must be stored above the surface of the food. Ice scoop removed from atop ice machine and plans to be stored in designated bucket for future use. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 21, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →