Ajo Al's Mexican Cafe

7458 W Bell Rd, Glendale, AZ 85308

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Feb 5, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Ajo Al's Mexican Cafe appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 5, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around one violation each.

“Nonfood contact surfaces” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Glendale restaurants. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 5, 2026

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Top shelf over cook line has buildup of food debris. Floor area under soda gun in bar has thick syrup build up. Bare wood shelf with coke cooler on top is bare wood in disrepair. Replace and seal any bare wood

4-602.13

Sep 9, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Hands not washed when required (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed an employee bus dirty dishes and then turned around to grab a cold bottled beer from the cooler to serve, without washing their hands. The employee was stopped and reeducated on when to wash. They then washed their hands and sanitized the outside surface of the bottle. Discussed the importance of handwashing in reducing foodborne illness risks

2-301.14

May 16, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed wet tan buildup in the keg cooler and dried sticky substance on the tubing connecting the kegs to the pour nozzles. Also observed food debris buildup in the deep freezer by the salsas. Discussed routine cleaning on high-touch surfaces and equipment. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris

4-602.13

Feb 10, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Sep 9, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ajo Al's Mexican Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ajo Al's Mexican Cafe on file is from Feb 5, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Ajo Al's Mexican Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood contact surfaces” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Ajo Al's Mexican Cafe.

How does Ajo Al's Mexican Cafe compare to other restaurants in Glendale?

Ajo Al's Mexican Cafe most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Glendale average of 97.

Has Ajo Al's Mexican Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ajo Al's Mexican Cafe have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

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