Que Chulada Taqueria

- Van Buren St & Sun Valley Pkwy, Buckeye 85396

Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3 · Permit MF-20-0641

Mobile unit — the address shown is its registered home base, not necessarily where it serves.

Score based on 10 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 18, 2026.

Excellent

Buckeye restaurant avg: 98

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Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history16 on record

2026

Apr 17, 2026Routine1 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed with operator order for storing Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods in refrigeration unit.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

Operator was unable to present copy of Certified Food Protection Manger Certification at time of inspection. Discussed with operator to obtain a Certified Food Protection Manager Certification by 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

Jan 28, 2026RoutinecleanA°

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

2025

Nov 17, 2025Routine1 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed storing produce in Ziploc bags instead of grocery bags to prevent the migration of chemicals into food with the owner.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

At the time of inspection the operator was not a Certified Food Protection Manager. The mobile food unit shall have a Certified Food Protection Manager on site during all operating hours. Provided link to certification website via email. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. *2nd consecutive violation

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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

Mar 14, 2025Routine1 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCore2-102.12

Inspector's notes

At the time of inspection the owner did not have their Food Protection Manager Certification. The mobile food establishment shall have a Certified Food Protection Manager on site during all operating hours. 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

Jan 22, 2025RoutinecleanA°

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

Jan 2, 2025Advisorynot scoredclean

2024

Dec 17, 2024Routine2 priority2 coreC

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

#15 — Food Separated and ProtectedPriority3-302.11

Inspector's notes

Observed raw beef package stored in shelving unit directly above aguas frescas in tall single door refrigeration unit. Ensure to store ready to eat food items above raw meats. Operator proceeded to move agua frescas in shelving above raw meats. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-302.11 (A1-2) - Priority: Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation, Packaging, and Segregation; Protection from Cross Contamination. 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.

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

70*F internal temperature for batch of rice stored at room temperature. TCS food items shall be maintained at 41*F below in refrigeration unit or stored in hot holding unit at 135*F or above. Operator proceeded to voluntarily discard ~2lbs of rice. 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 broken faucet fixture at three compartment sink. Repair any maintain any damaged or broken plumbing fixtures, no leak observed at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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

#56 — Adequate Ventilation and Lighting; Designated Areas UsedCore6-304.11

Inspector's notes

Ventilation system above cook line was not functioning at time of inspection. Ensure to repair and clean ventilation system to properly remove gases, heat, vapors and grease. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-304.11 - Core: Mechanical-Ventilation

Nov 29, 2024Advisorynot scoredclean

Ineffective Visit

Mar 15, 2024Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Inspection conducted at Van Buren and N Palo Verde Road, Buckeye, AZInspection rights signed by Emma M. Inspection report emailed to verified emailNo County legal action will result from this inspection.On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) topermittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit cardand 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 changerequest form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request[1]Form-181Award: Not Participating,Signer: Elizabeth C.

#21 — Proper Hot Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(1), P: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot Holding. Observed Tripia hot holding with an internal temperature of 114*F on the grill. Operator reheated the Tripia to 166*F and turned the grill to a higher temperature to hot hold. Except during preparation or cooking or when time is used as a control all Time/Temperature for Control for safety food shall be maintained at 135°F or higher. 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. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Jan 11, 2024RoutinecleanA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Inspection was conducted at the Mobile Food Office.Notice of inspection rights were signed by Elizabeth G.Inspection report was printed and handed to operator at time of inspection.Please provide new commissary agreement before renewal of permit can be issued.No County legal action will result from this inspection.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 changerequest form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181At Office: Y,Award: A,Signer: Elizabeth Gomez

2023

Dec 15, 2023RoutinecleanA

Inspected at Sun Valley Pkwy & Van Buren.No violations noted during inspection.This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority and 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Discussed establishment procedures regarding: Location of paper towels.No County legal action will result from this inspection. Inspection report emailed.Award: A,Signer: Elizabeth Gomez

Dec 14, 2023Advisorynot scoredclean

I called the operator and he hanged up. I called the operator again and left a voice-mail to contact us back regarding location of operation. I email the operator requesting updated location of operation, times, days, and months of operation.

Dec 9, 2023Advisorynot scoredclean

Establishment was not operating at posted location on file during indicated operating hours.

Nov 27, 2023Advisorynot scoredclean

Updated location of operation in Maricopa County, Sun Valley Parkway & Van Buren in Buckeye, AZ from Mon-Tue, 8AM - 4:PM, Fri-Sat 9AM - 9PM.

Oct 28, 2023Advisorynot scoredclean

Establishment was not present at SPE-23-0706. Unable to contact vendor at provided phone number. Confirmed with City employee onsite that vendor had not been spotted at the event.

Jul 25, 2023Routine1 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteB°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation and 0 Core Violations on this inspection.Inspection conducted at Sun Valley Pkwy and Van Buren Rd. Inspection report sent to email on file. No County legal action will result from this inspection.The Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees in the coming months. 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) Note: 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 or call 602-506-6824.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Elizabeth Gomez

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation5-204.11

Priority Foundation-5-204.11, Pf: Handwashing Sinks - Location and Placement. 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. Observed table with hot holding equipment that was blocking the handwashing station. Asked operator to move equipment. Operator moved equipment to different area of mobile unit. Inspection was able to continue. Discussed with operator that handwashing station cannot be blocked at any time. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#28 — Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly StoredPriority7-204.11

PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-204.11, P: Sanitizers, Criteria-Chemicals Observed sanitizer bucket near 3-compartment sink and measured for chlorine concentration. Concentration measured >200 ppm. Asked operator to remake sanitizer bucket. Concentration of sanitizer bucket measured at 100ppm. Discussed with operator to measure concentration of chlorine with testing strips after mixing sanitizer bucket. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 18, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →