Armando's Mexican Food

711 E Carefree Hwy, Phoenix, AZ 85085

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Apr 8, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Armando's Mexican Food has been inspected six times since 2024. On Apr 8, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

When inspectors have written things up, “common name-working containers” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Restaurants in Phoenix average 97, so Armando's Mexican Food trails the local norm. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 8, 2026

Routine

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Working containers of toxic materials not identified (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed several unlabeled chemical spray bottles. Chemical common names provided to bottles at time of inspection

7-102.11

Nov 25, 2025

Routine

3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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Lighting not sufficient for food or utensil handling areas

Inspector notes: Light in walk-in fridge was dim. Difficult to see in the corners of the shelving units or on the lower shelves. Recommended PIC get a brighter bulb or an additional bulb in the fridge

6-303.11

Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed Ice machine ramp growing pink organic matter. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch. PIC had employee wipe down and sanitize the ramp at time of inspection

4-602.11(E)

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed tins of raw beef on the floor of the walk-in fridge. Food must be stored at least 6 inches off the ground at all times to prevent contamination from the premises. PIC moved meat onto a shelf at time of inspection

3-305.11

Aug 19, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.

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Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed raw pooled eggs above cubed ham in the reach-in fridge, raw chicken over raw beef in the walk-in fridge, and a bag of rice in the same container as bags of raw meat in the walk-in fridge. All raw animal proteins must be stored below ready-to-eat (RTE) foods and stored according to cooking temperature at all times to prevent cross contamination. PIC properly stored all raw animal proteins according to the final cooking temperature based on the cooking parameters in § 3-401.11 of the Food Code

3-302.11(A1-2)

Working containers of toxic materials not identified (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed bottles of bleach solution without any labeling in the dish pit area of the kitchen. Chemicals must be labeled with the common name of the chemical inside. PIC added label to the bottle

7-102.11

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: No CFPM was on-site at 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)

Mar 31, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Oct 24, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.

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Hands not washed when required (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee with gloves on work with raw beef spray off pans at dish pit then begin working with utensils and other items on cook line

2-301.14

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed 3 buckets of food and rice stored on ground inside of walk-in cooler and on ground directly outside of walk-in cooler. Person in charge moved buckets to be 6 inches off of floor at all times

3-305.11

Jul 30, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Armando's Mexican Food last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Armando's Mexican Food on file is from Apr 8, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

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

Across the inspection record, “common name-working containers” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Armando's Mexican Food.

How does Armando's Mexican Food compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Armando's Mexican Food most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

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

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Armando'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 Armando's Mexican Food inspected?

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

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