GradeLocal

Machete Azteca

7537 W Thomas Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85033
Health inspection grade
B
85/100Official score

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Inspected
Jul 23, 2026
Inspected by
Maricopa Health Dept.
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Inspection details
CountyMaricopa

What the inspector found

  • Certified Food Protection Manager: 2-102.12(A) - Core: Certified Food Protection Manager. Addl Notes: Observed no CFPM on duty. Discussed with person in charge to work towards acquiring their CFPM. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Corrective A
  • Proper Cold Holding Temperatures: PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Cold Holding. Addl Notes: Observed shredded chicken, red and green salsa and a container of menudo inside of a reach-in refrigerator
  • Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow Devices: 5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained Addl Notes: Observed the handwashing sink that is nearest to the walk-in cooler that is draining very slowly. It was also observed that water was dripping from under the sink and onto the floor. Discussed with person in charge to reach out to a plumber to repair the malfunctioning handwas
  • Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and Clean: 6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Addl Notes: Observed heavy grease accumulation on the ceiling above the prep areas and also on some overhead lights that are directly above hot holding pans of beans and carne asada. Discussed with person in charge to clean the ceiling above the food prep areas. The person in charge will hav

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