Inspection Report

Business Name
Tacos Mi Ranchito Mexican Grill
Business Address
6607 S CENTRAL AVE PHOENIX AZ 85042
Permit Number
FD-59036
Permit Type
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Inspection Purpose
Food Routine Inspection
Inspection Date
4/6/2026
Grade
A
Priority Violation
0
Inspection Status
Completed

Violations

Violation #: 38

Description: Insects, Rodents and Animals not Present

Comments:

6-202.15 - Core: Outer Openings, Protected Addl Notes: Observed weather stripping seal is worn out at backdoor, leaving gaps and exposed to outdoors. Discussed with PIC that required to prevent pests from entering into facility. Predefined Comment: Establishment must be maintained free of pests and all pest control measures must be conducted. 2nd consecutive occurrence Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Violation #: 39

Description: Contamination Prevented during Food Preparation, Storage and Display

Comments:

3-307.11 - Core: Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination Addl Notes: Observed employee chopping lettuce on top of chest freezer next to dirty dishes at 3 compartment sink. Discussed with PIC that preventing contamination is required to keep preparation of food away from dirty area of 3 compartment sink. PIC relocated food preparation to area more sanitary. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

Violation #: 55

Description: Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and Clean

Comments:

6-501.16 - Core: Drying Mops Addl Notes: Observed wet mop being stored in mop bucket with dirt water in service area. Discussed with PIC that one mop is used required to discard dirty mop water and air-dry mop in area away from food. Predefined Comment: After use, mops shall be placed in a position that allows to air-dry without soiling walls. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Addl Notes: Observed cracked and missing tile in kitchen area and walk-in cooler. Discussed with PIC that floor is required to be maintained in good repair, smooth and cleanable. Predefined Comment: Physical facility must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. 2nd consecutive occurrence Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

6-501.114 - Core: Maintaining Premises, Unnecessary Items and Litter Addl Notes: Observed molcajete bowls in the establishment being stored and not in use. Discussed with PIC that equipment not approved to be used at establishment may not be stored on premises. Predefined Comments: Removal of litter, articles and equipment that are not needed for the operation or maintenance of the establishment is required. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Comments/Details


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

"A" for Food Safety

Through our grading system, Maricopa County Environmental Services Department provides at-a-glance indications of how food establishments perform during food safety inspections. This system is designed to grade food establishments in terms of food safety requirements and provide recognition to those who choose to participate.

How does it work?

The issuance of grade cards to food establishments is based on voluntary participation. The person in charge, who is present during the inspection, will be asked whether they would like to participate in the Grading System. This will be decided prior to each inspection. If an establishment does not participate in the Grading System, Not Participating or NP will appear on the inspection report, and the inspection will still occur. If an establishment does participate, a grade of A, B, C, or D will be determined at the conclusion of the inspection using the Grading System chart below. Participating establishments will then be provided with a grade card that can be posted in the establishment. The status of the establishment’s grade will also appear on the Restaurant Ratings page of the department’s website.

How can I determine the grade?

The Grading System chart can be used to determine grades earned for establishments that do not participate. Grades are determined by the number of Priority and Priority Foundation violations received at the time of inspection. Violation types are defined in general terms below.

Definitions

Priority Violation
Major violation that directly contributes to increasing the risk of foodborne illness or injury (e.g. Food employees do not properly wash hands when required).
Priority Foundation Violation
Minor violation that does not directly contribute to an increased risk of foodborne illness but failure to correct this violation may lead to the occurrence of a priority violation. For example, hand washing soap and paper towels not available at hand wash sink (may lead directly to food employees not properly washing hands when required).
Core Violation
Minor violation that relates to general maintenance and sanitation (e.g. No sign reminding employees to wash hands).
Cutting Edge Program
All county food-related establishments can partner with Maricopa County to implement a proactive approach to reducing foodborne illness risk factors by implementing food safety systems that include policies, training, and verification processes. Partners enrolled in the Cutting Edge Program receive an A+ when an A is earned.
Grading System The matrix below is used to grade food inspections under the voluntary grading system.
A B B B B B B B C C C C C C D D
Priority 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 0 1 1 2 2 2 2 3
Priority Foundation 0 1 2 3 4 0 1 2 5 3 4 0 1 2 3 0

Any legal action for a pattern of non-compliance or permit suspension results in a D.