Arco

2230 W Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85015
Grocery / Market
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Jan 21, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk Grade: B

Across the available record, Arco has four inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 21, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.

When inspectors have written things up, “hand drying provision” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

By comparison, the average Phoenix facility scores 97, putting Arco on the weaker side. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 21, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no hand drying provision at handwash sink next to 3-compartment sink. Handwash sinks shall be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities shall be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. Person in charge (PIC) provided hand drying provision for handwash sink at time of inspection
6-301.12
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed slow draining handwash sink at front of back storage area. All plumbing shall be maintained in good repair at all times. Establishment shall repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection
5-205.15(B)
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of debris/dust along floor underneath food prep table, behind front room food storage equipment, and underneath 3-compartment sink. Observed missing/broken ceiling tiles in back storage room. Physical facility shall be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. All floors, walls, and ceilings shall be maintained in good repair and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Establishment shall clean and repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection
6-501.12
82
Jun 26, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Chemical sanitizer does not meet required criteria (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed >200ppm concentration chlorine solution in sanitizer bucket next to storage room handwash sink. Sanitizer shall be used at concentrations and in an approved manner per manufacturer instructions, 40 CFR 180.940, and 40 CFR 180.2020. PIC diluted chlorine solution to 100ppm at time of inspection
7-204.11
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed handwash sink next to 3-compartment sink without supplied hand drying provision. Handwash sinks shall be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities shall be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. Person in charge (PIC) provided hand drying provision for handwash sink at time of inspection
6-301.12
Fixed equipment not properly spaced or sealed
Inspector notes: Observed handwash sink in back storage room not fully sealed against wall. All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair handwash sink to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection
4-402.11
74
Jan 7, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 6, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Arco last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Arco on file is from Jan 21, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Arco?

Across the inspection record, “hand drying provision” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Arco.

How does Arco compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Arco most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Arco's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Arco have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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