Taqueria Lucy
C°2712 W Buckeye Rd, Phoenix 85009
Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3 · Permit MF-18-0008
Mobile unit — the address shown is its registered home base, not necessarily where it serves.
Score based on 13 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
We last checked the county record 8 days ago (Sep 16, 2026). Any inspection since then would not appear here yet.
An inspection on Jul 29, 2026 found violations at the county's most serious (D-equivalent) level. Scores are held in the “Poor” band for 6 months after such events — until Jan 25, 2027, assuming no further incidents. How scoring works
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Inspection history17 on record
2026
Aug 21, 2026Re-Inspection2 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteC°
Predefined Comment: Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected.
Inspector's notes
At time of inspection, observed several Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods cold holding in the reach in coolers and temping between 45-63 F including carne asada, shredded cheese, el pastor, and chicharron. Per PIC, the TCS items went out of temperature during transport due to the refrigerator being unplugged 30 minutes ago. PIC plugged in the refrigerator, so food would return back to proper cold holding temperature. Per PIC, dry ice will be used during transport to assist with keeping food items in proper cold holding temperatures. Informed PIC that except during preparation, cooking, or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°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
At time of inspection, observed the ambient temperature of the reach in coolers temping between 44-46 F. Per PIC, the reach in coolers were unplugged during transport 30 minutes ago. PIC plugged in the reach in coolers, and the ambient temperature reached 41 F. Informed PIC that cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed all the seals in the reach in coolers in disrepair. Advised PIC to repair all the seals in the reach in coolers. All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-101.11 (A) - Priority: Characteristics- Multiuse; Safe Addl Notes: Observed prepared masa and carne asada stored in grocery bags in the reach in coolers. PIC relocated the food items into metal, shallow pans inside the reach in coolers. Informed PIC that the use of non-food grade bags (including to-go bags and trash bags) is not approved for storage of open food items to prevent migration of deleterious substances. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment
Inspector's notes
At the time of inspection, observed a household mini fridge stored outside the unit and cold holding frozen shrimp. Per PIC, the mini fridge was used for additional storage. PIC stored the frozen shrimp in the reach in coolers inside the unit. Informed PIC that all food must be stored inside the unit. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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MCEHC Chap. 8, Sec. 3, Reg. 9e - MF Type III-All cooking, processing, preparing, grilling, assembly, storage, and service of any food or beverage shall be conducted inside the permitted vehicle.
Jul 29, 2026Routine3 priority1 foundationD°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
During time of inspection, observed no parasite destruction documentation. Per PIC, ceviche is served only on the weekends. Advised PIC that parasite destruction records or letter from supplier are required for all non-exempt fish served raw or undercooked at establishment. Must provide parasite destruction letter from supplier prior to re-inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection 08/07/2026
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-402.11 - Priority: Parasite Destruction; Raw as Ready-to-Eat Fish. 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/4619/AMC-Toolbox---Approved-Source.
Inspector's notes
At time of inspection, observed several Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods cold holding in the reach in coolers and temping between 45-63 F including carne asada, shredded cheese, el pastor, and chicharron. Per PIC, the TCS items went out of temperature during transport due to the refrigerator being unplugged 30 minutes ago. PIC plugged in the refrigerator, so food would return back to proper cold holding temperature. Per PIC, dry ice will be used during transport to assist with keeping food items in proper cold holding temperatures. Informed PIC that except during preparation, cooking, or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°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
At time of inspection, observed the ambient temperature of the reach in coolers temping between 44-46 F. Per PIC, the reach in coolers were unplugged during transport 30 minutes ago. PIC plugged in the reach in coolers, and the ambient temperature reached 41 F. Informed PIC that cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed all the seals in the reach in coolers in disrepair. Advised PIC to repair all the seals in the reach in coolers. All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-101.11 (A) - Priority: Characteristics- Multiuse; Safe Addl Notes: Observed prepared masa and carne asada stored in grocery bags in the reach in coolers. PIC relocated the food items into metal, shallow pans inside the reach in coolers. Informed PIC that the use of non-food grade bags (including to-go bags and trash bags) is not approved for storage of open food items to prevent migration of deleterious substances. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment
Inspector's notes
At the time of inspection, observed a household mini fridge stored outside the unit and cold holding frozen shrimp. Per PIC, the mini fridge was used for additional storage. PIC stored the frozen shrimp in the reach in coolers inside the unit. Informed PIC that all food must be stored inside the unit. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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MCEHC Chap. 8, Sec. 3, Reg. 9e - MF Type III-All cooking, processing, preparing, grilling, assembly, storage, and service of any food or beverage shall be conducted inside the permitted vehicle.
Jun 9, 2026Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods temping above 41 F and stored in the reach in cooler since 9am (carne asada, carnitas, and shredded cheese). PIC voluntarily discarded the TCS food items. Advised PIC that except during preparation, cooking, or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°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.
Apr 24, 2026RoutinecleanA°
Renewal AttestationPredefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
2025
Jul 9, 2025Routine2 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) certificate onsite at the time of inspection. Operator was informed that a CFPM is required to be onsite at all times to ensure active managerial control is being exercised during operations. 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
Inspector's notes
Observed a peeling gasket from the middle fridge door, leaving a small gap into the interior of the fridge unit. The food inside was at 41*F or lower, but given the gap and the increase in outdoor/indoor temperatures, this will need to be addressed to ensure the food inside the fridge unit is kept at 41*F through the summer. Corrective Action: Correct prior to the next routine inspection.
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4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment
Apr 25, 2025Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed date marking with person in charge. Emailed new owner packet. Inspection conducted with RS #871
Inspector's notes
Observed pork, cheese, green chile, chorizo, carnitas, tripa, pico de gallo, and chicharrron, ranging from 46*F to 60*F in the bottom of the reach-in unit. Also, observed diced tomatoes (54*F) and shredded lettuce (60*F) in the ice shelf above the prep table with no ice. The tomatoes and shredded lettuce were placed in the unit at approximately 8:30am, time of inspection was approximately 9:00am. Ambient temperature of the unit was 48.2*F using min/max thermometer. Person in charge (PIC) stated that the food in the bottom reach-in was prepared yesterday at the commissary and stored. PIC transported the food in the reach-in unit this morning at approximately 8:30am per the PIC. 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. Predefined Comment: All TCS foods improperly cold held were relocated to alternative functioning refrigeration unit to rapidly cool to 41°F at time of inspection. Predefined Comment: 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. ===2ND CONSECUTIVE
Feb 7, 2025Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed the following TCS foods being stored in an ice shelf above the prep table area with no ice: Pico de gallo (55'F), chopped lettuce (60'F), 3-blend cheese (52-55'F). PIC stated that these items were brought out from the refrigeration unit to fill containers within the prep table within 1 hour from time of inspection. Discussed proper cold holding with PIC. 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. All TCS foods improperly cold held were relocated to alternative functioning refrigeration unit to rapidly cool to 41°F at time of inspection. 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.
2024
Aug 24, 2024Routine1 priority1 coreB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Re-inspection for parasite destruction letter scheduled for 8/28/24.Inspection report printed and emailed to email address on file.
Inspector's notes
Observed no certified food protection manager onsite during 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. **2nd violation**
Inspector's notes
Observed ceviche on the menu. Person in charge state that they serve the shrimp raw. Discussed with person in charge that parasite destruction letter from the supplier is required for the shrimp, and must be kept readily accessible.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-402.11 - Priority: Parasite Destruction; Raw as Ready-to-Eat Fish. 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/4619/AMC-Toolbox---Approved-Source. Predefined Comment: Parasite destruction records or letter from supplier are required for all non-exempt fish served raw or undercooked at establishment. Must provide parasite destruction letter from supplier prior to re-inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection. **Re-inspection to occur on 8/28**
Jul 31, 2024Re-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. Discussed monitoring of cold holding and time as a control policy for salsa.
Jul 27, 2024Routine1 priority1 foundation1 coreB
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
No Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) available at time of inspection. Please obtain additional CFPMs to provide coverage when the kitchen is in operation prior to next routine inspection. You can find a list of accredited certification providers one our website at https://www.maricopa.gov/631/Environmental-Services Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 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
Inspector's notes
TCS food items, including shredded cheese, ceviche, and salsa, in main cooler found with internal temperatures of 50-99*F. PIC stated none of the items were heated/cooked on the unit and all should be cold. Ambient temperature of the unit was 57*F. PIC stated the cooler was last checked at 12:00 PM today and will discard the food items at 4:00 PM. Ice bath rail found with dice tomato and shredded lettuce with internal temperatures of 50-77*F. PIC stated the food items were last known to be at 41*F or below 2 hours ago and will discard them in another 2 hours prior to 5:00 PM. Please ensure cold held TCS food items are maintained at 41*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
Main cooler holding an ambient temperature of 57*F. PIC contacted repair technician to service the cooler tomorrow. Time as a control will be temporarily used in place of cold holding TCS food items. TCS food items in the cooler and cold rail will be discarded and replaced with fresh food items that are at 41*F or below at 4:00 PM, then at 8:00 PM which will take them to the end of the day. Reviewed time as a cotnrol policy with PIC. PIC stated they will return to cold holding once the cooler is fixed tomorrow. Time as a control must be used until the cooler has been repaired and is able to maintain a temperature of 41*F or below. Please have the cooler repaired and maintaining an ambien temeprature of 41*F or below prior to re-inspection on 8/1/24. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-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.
Inspector's notes
No commissary log available at time of inspection. Inspector provided blank log form. Please maintain a current log on the mobile food unit for review upon inspector's request. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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MCEHC Chap. 8, Sec. 3, Reg. 5e - Mobile food establishments serving time/temperature control for safety foods shall maintain a log of visits to the approved commissary or food service establishment as required by this Department. This log shall be maintained using a Department approved format and maintained with the establishment at all times. The logs shall be maintained for a period of 30 days and should be available for review by the Department.
Feb 23, 2024Advisorynot scoredclean
MFU was inspected less than a month ago (2 weeks prior)No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Jan 31, 2024RoutinecleanA°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation and 0 Core Violations on this inspection.No violations noted at time of inspection.Ok to renew permit.All food preparation and including grilling, barbecuing, cooking, displaying, serving, and storage must be done inside the Mobile Food Type III unit.Mobile Food Type II and III units shall operate from a commissary or other fixed food service establishment and shall report at least daily to such location for all supplies and for cleaning and service operations.Mobile Food Type I-III establishments shall at all times remain vehicle mounted and readily movable. No permanent utility connections are permitted. Any utility connection shall be of temporary, quick-disconnect design.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report 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 websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Hernando Lopez
Jan 24, 2024Advisorynot scoredclean
Scheduled an inspection for 1/31/24 at Union Potchteca at 10:30am
2023
Nov 17, 2023RoutinecleanA°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority and 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No violations noted at time of inspection.The e-permit information was emailed to operator.No County legal action will result from this inspection.The inspection report was emailed and confirmed during the inspection.RS# 652 present at time of inspection.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Hernando Lopez
Oct 11, 2023RoutineA°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager - No Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) available at start of inspection. Please obtain additional CFPMs to provide coverage when the kitchen is in operation prior to next routine inspection. You can find a list of accredited certification providers one our website at https://www.maricopa.gov/631/Environmental-ServicesDiscussed best methods of cooling and cold holding salsa. Also discussed approved food containers The Inspection Report was emailed and confirmed to have been received at time of inspectionOn 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.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Signer: Alfredo Molina,Award: Not Participating
~MCEHC Chap. 8, Sec. 3, Reg. 5e; Mobile food establishment has not maintained a commissary visits log. - No commissary visit log available at time of inspection. Please maintain a current commissary visit log on the mobile food truck and make available during inspections. Commissary shall be visited and have the visit logged each day the food truck is in operation. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 16, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →