Tacos De Cabeza Estilo Sonora El Cata
A°5132 W Camelback Rd, Glendale 85301
Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 2 · Permit MF-23-0225
Mobile unit — the address shown is its registered home base, not necessarily where it serves.
Score based on 6 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 20, 2026.
Score over time
Inspection history7 on record
2026
Jun 1, 2026RoutinecleanA°
Renewal AttestationPredefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Jan 21, 2026RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
2025
Jun 5, 2025RoutinecleanA°
Renewal AttestationNo County legal action will result from this inspection.
Jan 8, 2025Routine1 priority3 coreB
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed with owner not using tables for horchata and Agua frescas, drinks and to store beef broth. Discussed obtaining outdoor foodservice for his fixed food establishment.
Inspector's notes
The person in charge has not as of yet obtained food protection manager certification. At least one person on site must be a certified food protection manager. 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
The person in charge was unable to demonstrate knowledge regarding employee illness policy. The PIC did not have a illness policy and was not able to describe symptoms or illnesses related to foodborne diseases. Provided illness policy information for use to PIC. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-2-201.11(A) and (C) - Priority: Responsibility of Permit Holder, Person in Charge, and Conditional Employees; Responsibilities and Reporting. 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/4620/AMC-Toolbox: Employee-Health
Inspector's notes
The plastic cutting board at the grill has a melted area. Replace and ensure all equipment surfaces are smooth and easily cleanable. 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
Inspector's notes
Ther is a buildup of encrusted food debris and grease on the grill. Clean and maintain clean. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 4-602.13 - Core: Nonfood Contact Surfaces Addl Notes: There is a buildup of grease and food debris on the surfaces of the hot holding unit and the sides of the equipment. Clean and maintain clean. 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
2024
Oct 19, 2024Routine1 priority1 foundation2 coreB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed an employee touch a soiled rag then proceeding to don gloves to make aguas frescas. Employee washed their hands and donned new gloves to correct. Discussed with Person in Charge (PIC) all staff should wash hands before donning gloves when changing tasks. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection 2nd Consecutive Violation
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Repeat Violation PRIORITY VIOLATION-2-301.14 - Priority: When to Wash. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed only hand washing sink for employees to be blocked by styrofoam plates, without soap, paper towels and not on and working. When turning the knobs on the only handwashing station present, there wasn't any water available. Per PIC they were out of water and were having a hard time accessing the fresh water tank. Person in charge moved a table and stationary pole that was blocking access to the fresh water tank and filled the tank. After filling tank water was available. Reminded operator/person in charge that handwashing station shall be in working order during all times of operation. All hand washing sinks shall be accessible and stocked with soap, paper towels and 100*F water. Person in charge/operator retrieved the battery and plugged it into the unit. Corrected by plugging in the battery and refilling the tank. Of note: (Commissary is at the same address as the mobile food unit.) Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. 2nd Consecutive Violation
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Repeat Violation 5-203.11 - Priority Foundation: Handwashing Sinks - Numbers and Capacities. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed sanitizer bucket being used with 0ppm of chlorine sanitizer. Discussed with PIC proper sanitizer levels must be maintained. PIC made a new batch of sanitizer and it was at 50ppm at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-304.14 - Core: Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation
Inspector's notes
Observed in front of the hot holding well and hand wash sink, an attached cutting board that is broken and has dark black and brown food debris in the cracks, screws and along the side. Discussed with PIC to no longer use the cutting board and to replace. Cutting boards and All food-contact surfaces must be smooth, non-absorbent, and easily cleanable. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-501.12 - Core: Cutting Surfaces
May 11, 2024Routine2 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteC°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 2 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Inspection conducted at 5132 W Camelback RoadInspection rights signed by Catalino G. Inspection report emailed to verified email.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) 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: Catalino G.
PRIORITY VIOLATION-2-301.14, P: When to Wash. Observed an employee touch a soiled rag then proceeding to don gloves in an attempt to touch Ready-to Eat cucumber employees shall was their handling soiled equipment or utensils. Employee washed their hands and donned new gloves to correct. 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. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Priority Foundation-5-203.11, Pf: Handwashing Sinks-Numbers and Capacities. When turning the knobs on the only handwashing station present, there wasn't any water available. Person in charge stated they were out of water and were having a hard time accessing the fresh water tank. Person in charge moved a table and stationary pole that was blocking access to the fresh water tank and filled the tank. After filling tank and once again turning the knobs at the only handwashing station on the cart no water was available. Person in charge stated that they are open 24-hours and the battery for the pump was depleted at this time and needed to be charged. Reminded operator/person in charge that handwashing station shall be in working order during all times of operation. Person in charge/operator retrieved the battery and plugged it into the unit. Corrected by plugging in the battery and refilling the tank. Of note: (Commissary is at the same address as the mobile food unit.) 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. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-402.13, P: Conveying Sewage The unit was conveying sewage from the grey water tank on the unit. Operator stated that they had not emptied the grey water tank. Operator emptied the grey water tank to fix leak and correct the violation. Operator will empty tank more frequently. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Apr 18, 2024Advisorynot scoredclean
I am getting in touch with you as you are required to have 2 inspections before the end of this year.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. Or contact the office if you no longer own the unit.Failure to contact me may result in permit closure.
This address holds 2 food permits
Maricopa County issues a separate permit for each kitchen rather than for each restaurant name, so large properties hold several. Each is inspected and scored on its own. The county does not publish which kitchen serves which venue.
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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 20, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →