Taqueria Kalaveras Az
B3775 N 36th Ave, Phoenix 85019
Mobile Food Annual - MF Type 3 · Permit MF-23-1142
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.
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Inspection history15 on record
2026
Sep 15, 2026Routine1 priority1 coreall corrected on siteB
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed foods out of cold holding temperature, including pico de gallo at 51°F, cooked rice at 53°F, and a bag of shredded cheese at 46°F. 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 ice baths 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed door of unit left open, allowing flies to enter food preparation area. Outer openings of a food establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by ensuring doors are tight fitting or a screen is in place and used. PIC has screen door on unit and is advised to keep closed during operation. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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6-202.15 - Core: Outer Openings, Protected
Jun 18, 2026Advisorynot scoredclean
Ineffective Visit @SE2600434
Apr 3, 2026RoutinecleanA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Mar 20, 2026RoutinecleanA
Mercados & Melodies - SE2600267No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Jan 10, 2026Advisorynot scoredclean
Operator was not at SE2600006, Race to the Marathon
2025
Aug 28, 2025Re-InspectioncleanA°
Upon re-inspection, owner provided email with photos of working ambient air thermometers in reach-in and temperature of hand and 3-compartment sink at 110*F. Violations #33, 36 & 50 corrected.
Aug 16, 2025Routine1 priority3 foundationC
Discussed establishment procedures regarding: water levels on steam table, hot holding temperatures, usage of thermometers, usage of ice, cooling
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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Observed several items (grilled poblano peppers, shredded mozzarella cheese, pico, fried potatoes, salsa)in reach in refrigerator with an internal temperature ranging 49-68*F. Person in charge stated food was placed on unit at 630am at 41*F and will discard items at the end of event at 11am. 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 discarded by PIC 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.
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
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Reach in refrigerator holding an ambient temperature ranging 40-49*F and is unable to properly hold foods at 41*F or below. Person in charge to have maintenance completed on unit and provide photos via email of ambient temperature of 41*F or below, prior to re-inspection on 8/26/2025. 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. Predefined Comment: Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. Must repair cold holding equipment such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below.
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
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No ambient air thermometers in refrigeration units. Ambient air thermometers are required in each refrigeration unit to determine the funtion of the refrigeration system and ensure proper cold holding conditions for temperature-controlled foods. Person in charge to purchase and provide photos via email prior to re-inspection on 8/26/2025. 4-203.12 - Priority Foundation: Temperature Measuring Devices, Ambient Air and Water- Accuracy
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
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Hot water at 3-compartment sink and hand sink dispensing at 80-89*F. Person in charge to provide maintenance to unit and reach out to facility prior to re-inspection on 8/18/2025. 5-103.11 - Priority Foundation: Capacity-Quantity and Availability Predefined Comment: Hot water of: 100°F is required at all handwash sinks; 110°F at all other sinks; 120°F at mechanical warewashing units sanitizing with chemicals; and 140°F at mechanical warewashing units sanitizing with high temperature. Predefined Comment: Provide adequate hot water at all sink fixtures prior to re-inspection.
Jul 4, 2025Advisorynot scoredclean
Ineffective Visit
Mar 19, 2025RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Mar 5, 2025Routine1 priority1 coreall corrected on siteB
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
At time of inspection observed raw beef and raw shell eggs stored on the top shelf of the standing fridge above cooked salsa and raw RTE (ready-to-eat) foods (cucumbers, lemons and tomatoes). All raw animal proteins must be stored below ready-to-eat foods and stored according to cooking temperature at all times to prevent cross contamination. Person in charge properly stored all raw animal proteins according to the final cooking temperature based on the cooking parameters in § 3-401.11 of the Food Code. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed a bus tub containing tortilla chips and a container storing cooked carne asada stored directly on the ground. Food must be stored at least 6 inches off the ground at all times to prevent contamination from the premises. Person in charge moved the food items 6 inches above the ground at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-305.11 - Core: Food Storage - Preventing Contamination from the Premises
2024
May 7, 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 was conducted at TSMC.Inspection rights were acknowledged by Leslie L.Inspection report was emailed and verifiedNo 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: Not Participating,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Leslie Lozan
PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(1), P: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot 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/4614/AMC-Toolbox---Hot-Holding. o Observed cooked potatoes with an internal temperature of 89*F and cooked jalapenos with an internal temperature of 117*F. Per operator the potatoes and jalapenos were cooked about twenty minutes prior to inspection. Instructed operator to reheat the potatoes and jalapenos to 165*F for 15 seconds. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling, or when time is used as a control all TCS food to be maintained at 135°F or higher. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Mar 20, 2024Routineall corrected on siteA
This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Inspection was conducted at TSMC.Inspection rights were acknowledged by Matt S.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,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Leslie Lozano
~MCEHC Chap. 8, Sec. 3, Reg 1(a)(4); Mobile Food Type III is not operating as classified. o Observed three containers of agua frescas stored in a cooler outside of the mobile unit. Per employee the agua frescas are served outside of the mobile unit. Discussed with the operator all assembly, storage, and service of any food or beverage shall be conducted inside the permitted vehicle. Operator placed the cooler containing the agua frescas inside the mobile unit at time of inspection. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Jan 10, 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 rights acknowledged by Leslie L.Report was printed.Inspection conducted at the Mobile Food Office.>>>Operator expressed concern about a previous violation given about protective shielding on their light fixtures. Advised operator their LED plastic light fixtures are exempt since only the glass light fixtures are required to have protective shielding. Approved to permit.Approved to sell or giveaway produce, nuts, and pre-packaged, individually wrapped, properly labeled food items from approved source only. Frozen foods must be maintained frozen and sold to the consumer frozen.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.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[1]Form-181Award: A,Embargo Lbs: 0,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Leslie Lozano
Jan 7, 2024Advisorynot scoredclean
*** THIS IS NOT AN INSPECTION REPORT. ***Plans reviewed on 01/07/2024. This email has been automatically sent and provided as a courtesy to notify you that your application and plans have been reviewed in accordance with code. You will receive a “APPROVAL TO CONSTRUCT WITH CONDITIONS” letter via email or mail regarding the specifics of your plan(s). Please allow a few days to receive your letter if you selected mail on your application as a primary means of receiving correspondence. No reply to this email is required. For further instructions please refer to the letter. Thank you. *** THIS IS NOT AN INSPECTION REPORT. ***
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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 →