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Birrieria Obregon Express

A

11335 W Buckeye Rd, Avondale 85323

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD2406058

Score based on 5 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 17, 2026.

99
Excellent

Avondale restaurant avg: 98

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Score over time

10006020252026Jan 17, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)May 19, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Sep 5, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Feb 4, 2026 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jul 7, 2026 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)98
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history5 on record

2026

Jul 7, 2026Routine2 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed storage of raw meats in the undercounter refrigerator under the flat top on the right side in the kitchen and discussed date marking and pest control methods.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed a knife stored between a prep unit and an adjacent table. Discussed with person in charge to store utensils such as a knife in a clean, dry location such as a clean container. The knife was taken to the 3-comp sink area to be washed, rinsed and sanitized at time of inspection. 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. All in-use utensils were properly stored at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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

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

Inspector's notes

Observed a fryer basket with a long, broken wire sticking out on one end, which makes the fryer basket no longer smooth or easily cleanable. Discussed with person in charge to acquire a new fryer basket. The person in charge will acquire a new fryer basket. All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair all equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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4-101.11 (B-E) - Core: Characteristics- Multiuse; Durable, Nonabsorbent, Smooth, Easily Cleanable

Feb 4, 2026RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed spray bottle labeling with person in charge.

2025

Sep 5, 2025Routine1 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Establishment did not have a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) present during inspection. A CFPM is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. THIRD CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine 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

May 19, 2025Routine1 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Establishment did not have a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) present during inspection. A CFPM is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine 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

Jan 17, 2025Routine1 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Establishment did not have a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) present during inspection. . A CFPM is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Provided handout with changes to Food Code. 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

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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 17, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →