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Adalberto's Mexican Food

3605 W Chandler Blvd, Chandler, AZ 85226
Mexican / Latin
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Mar 25, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged six inspections at Adalberto's Mexican Food, the earliest from 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 25, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near three violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “certified food protection manager”, which has been cited five times.

Among Chandler restaurants, the typical score is 95; Adalberto's Mexican Food is comfortably above that bar. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 25, 2026
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Dec 1, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cooked beans being hot held on the stove but having an internal temperature of 115*F. Person in charge states they turned off the stove less than 2 hours prior to the inspection. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 135°F or above. All TCS foods improperly hot held were reheated to 165°F at time of inspection
3-501.16(A)(1)
Ready-to-eat food not date marked (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Throughout the establishment, observed cooked potatoes, chile verde salsa, cooked birria (beef), shredded cheese, and cooked fish not having any date marking. Person in charge states these foods were opened/prepped 2-6 days prior to the inspection. RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1). All RTE/TCS foods were properly date marked at the time of inspection
3-501.17
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) was not present at the time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: The cold water faucet at one of the handwashing sinks was leaking and had been shut off at the valve below. Repair or replace the valve so that the cold water is operating
5-205.15(B)
70
Aug 18, 2025
Routine
4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: The cold water faucet at one of the handwashing sinks was leaking and had been shut off at the valve below. Repair or replace the valve so that the cold water is operating
5-205.15(B)
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The certified food-service manager was not working today. Provide a certified food-service manager during all hours of operation. The manager stated that he is scheduled to take the course next month
2-102.12(A)
Wiping cloths used or stored improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: No detectable chlorine sanitizer residual in the wiping-cloth buckets. The manager remade and rechecked the buckets- okay at 50 ppm Cl2. Maintain between 50 to 100 ppm Cl2
3-304.14
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The ice scoop for the soda fountain was stored laying down with the handle touching the ice. Corrected by manager
3-304.12
82
Jun 6, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: This establishment has a certified food-service manager, but they were not working today. Provide a certified food-service manager during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
Inspector notes: The tea dispenser nozzles had a slight buildup of organic residue inside. Have the tea nozzles properly cleaned and maintain clean at all times
4-602.11(E)
Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered
Inspector notes: No covered trashcan in women's restroom. Provide a covered trashcan for the women's restroom
5-501.17
86
Dec 18, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Improper handwashing procedure
Inspector notes: Employee handling food washed their hands for less than 10 seconds. Had employee wash hands properly. Proper handwashing procedure is to rinse hands with warm water, scrub with soap for 10-15 seconds, rinse with warm water, dry with approved drying provision, and turn off in a manner to prevent re-contamination of hands. Entire process should take approximately 20 seconds for full and proper handwashing to prevent spread of pathogens and contamination
2-301.12
No soap available at handwashing sink (corrected on site)
6-301.11
Prohibited toxic material present in facility (corrected on site)
7-202.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No certified food manager present. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination (corrected on site)
3-305.11
64
Sep 5, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
No certified food protection manager
2-102.12(A)
Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)
3-501.15(B)
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Adalberto's Mexican Food last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Adalberto's Mexican Food on file is from Mar 25, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Adalberto's Mexican Food?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Adalberto's Mexican Food.

How does Adalberto's Mexican Food compare to other restaurants in Chandler?

Adalberto's Mexican Food most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Chandler average of 95.

Has Adalberto's Mexican Food's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Adalberto's Mexican Food have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Adalberto's Mexican Food means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Adalberto's Mexican Food inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Adalberto's Mexican Food is inspected around four times per year on average.

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