Mariscos La Mochila
A6649 W Broadway Rd, Phoenix 85043
Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3 · Permit MF-22-0405
Mobile unit — the address shown is its registered home base, not necessarily where it serves.
Score based on 9 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 18, 2026.
Score over time
Inspection history14 on record
2026
Aug 21, 2026RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
May 22, 2026Routine1 priority1 coreB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed raw shrimp (51°F) and cooked shrimp (49°F) in bottom prep table refrigerator reporting above 41°F or below. PIC stated that shrimp had been loaded into the refrigerator frozen the night before (over 12hrs prior) and left to thaw in the refrigerator (plugged in), but had been removed for short periods to restock prep table. 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 embargoed by inspector 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed walls and hood vent soiled with excess dust and organic matter. 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.
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4-601.11(B) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils
2025
Aug 8, 2025RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Apr 18, 2025Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed no chlorine test strips on site at the time if inspection. The person in charge was informed that test strips are required for any sanitizers used with food contact surfaces. PIC ordered another set of strips, and had more delivered on site at the time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at the time of inspection.
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4-302.14 - Priority Foundation: Sanitizing Solutions, Testing Devices. 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.
2024
Aug 23, 2024Routine2 coreA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.At time of inspection observed a vacuum sealer on the mobile unit. Per owner the sealer is used to seal bags of tortilla chips that are made fresh on the mobile unit. Discussed with owner that the vacuum sealer should not be used and discussed other options to sealing the bag with twist ties.
Inspector's notes
At time of inspection owner could not provide a certified food protection manager certificate. 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.
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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
At time of inspection observed the wall near the prep table and door to rear of the unit with an accumulation of organic matter. Per owner the walls are cleaned once per week. Discussed with owner to ensure all surfaces are clean to the sight and touch and increasing the cleaning frequency. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions
Apr 4, 2024RoutineA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Inspection was conducted at 350 S 75th Ave.Inspection rights were acknowledged by Gerardo O.Inspection report was emailed and verified.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-181Award: A,Signer: Gerardo Olivas
~MCEHC Chap. 8, Sec. 3, Reg. 5e; Mobile food establishment has not maintained a commissary visits log. o Operator could not provide a commissary visit log at time of inspection. Advised operator a commissary visit log shall be recorded, kept on the Mobile Food Trailer, and made available upon request. Correct prior to next routine inspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Mar 1, 2024RoutinecleanA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection conducted at 350 South 75th ave.FDA 01 2-102.12(A), C – Certified Food Protection Manager - Observed no certified food protection manager during this inspection. Per the operator, they have the certificate; however the certificate was not provided during this inspect for review. Please have certificate accessible for review during routine inspection. 3rd Consecutive.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 website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: A,Signer: Gerardo Olivas
2023
Nov 30, 2023RoutineA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Notice of inspection rights were signed by Gerardo O.Inspection report was emailed and verified.Inspection conducted at 350 S 75th Ave.2-102.12(A), C ??Certified Food Protection Managero Observed no certified food protection manager from anyone currently working in the establishment. Ensure the PIC (person in charge) at all times of operation is a certified food protection manager. Correct prior to next routine inspection. 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-181.Award: A,Signer: Gerardo Olivas
~MCEHC Chap. 8, Sec. 3, Reg. 5e; Mobile food establishment has not maintained a commissary visits log. o Operator could not provide a commissary visit log at time of inspection. Advised operator a commissary visit log shall be recorded, kept on the Mobile Food Trailer, and made available upon request. Correct prior to next routine inspection. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Nov 30, 2023Advisorynot scoredclean
Arrived at location provided by operator, unit can not be located. Contacted operator at email and phone number regarding current operational status and scheduling inspection.
Nov 15, 2023Advisorynot scoredclean
Left a voicemail and sent email to find out months of operation due to inspection needed.
Oct 6, 2023RoutinecleanA
This establishment received an A Grade 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 printed and handedAward: A,Signer: Gerardo Olivas
Oct 3, 2023Advisorynot scoredclean
Dear Permit Holder:An inspector for the Maricopa County Environmental Services Department (MCESD) has been unable to access your Mobile Food Establishment, to conduct an inspection. The inspector has also made attempts to contact you by phone and/or email to determine when and where the Mobile Food Establishment will be in operation so they may conduct an inspection. At this time, you have failed to return their phone calls or respond to their emails and have not allowed them access to inspect fully yourMobile Food Establishment.Please be advised that Chapter I of the Maricopa County Environmental Health Code states:REGULATION 3. Responsibilities – Right of Inspectionb. No person shall refuse to allow the Department to inspect fully any and all premises or facilities at any reasonable time, and no person shall molest or resist the Department in the discharge of its duties whether in inspections for application approval or for the enforcement of this Environmental Health Code.REGULATION 7. Suspension and Revocation of Permitsb. Revocation of Permit:(1) The Environmental Health Officer may, after providing opportunity for hearing, revoke a permit for serious or repeated violations of any of the requirements of this Code or for interference with the regulatory authority in the performance of duty.Failure to provide MCESD with the information for operating days and times as well as allowing a representative of MCESD access to the Mobile Food Establishment to conduct an inspection may result in legal action being taken against the establishment’s operating permit.Please contact the Department at 602.506.6824 to inform us of the days and times and location for which you will be in operation so that an inspection of the Mobile Food Establishment can be conducted within 10 calendar days from date of this letter.If you do not contact the Department within 10 calendar days, your operating permit will be closed.Email sent.
Sep 21, 2023Advisorynot scoredclean
No response from the renewal email sent on 8/1/2023. Please contact us to schedule an inspection by 9/30 to avoid the closure of the operating permit at 602.506.6824.
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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 →