Brushfire Tacos Y Tapas

14240 N 43rd Ave, Glendale, AZ 85306

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Apr 17, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

The health department has logged seven inspections at Brushfire Tacos Y Tapas, the earliest from 2024. On Apr 17, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around zero violations each.

Compared to the broader Glendale restaurant scene, this is about average. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 17, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Nov 18, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Improper cooling methods used

Inspector notes: Observed raw beef that was cut and marinaded placed in the walk in cooler tightly covered with plastic wrap and lid at 55*F. Observed cooked and cooled chicken chopped into smaller pieces and placed in large container with lid into cooling drawer at 58*F. After prepping foods, foods must be cooled to 41*F within 2-4 hours. Advised staff to prep smaller portions, or place in larger containers to stir leave uncovered or loosely covered until food reaches 41*F. Products were uncovered and stirred to help rapidly cool back to 41*F

3-501.15(B)

Wiping cloths used or stored improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed wiping cloths in bucket by coffee station with 0 ppm sanitizer (Chlorine or Quaternary Ammonia Based)

3-304.14

Jul 11, 2025

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Jul 9, 2025

Routine

1 major violation.

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Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures

Inspector notes: Observed cooling drawer refrigeration unit beneath grill with a digital read out of 44*F, chopped beef in side at 44-45*F, chicken 41*F and fish at 41*F. During inspection unit increased in temperature to 47*F. All food was placed in walk in cooler to keep at 41*F or lower. Advised staff to unplug, and defrost unit, plug back in and verify at 41*F. If not contact refrigeration repair to fix. Will return on of before Friday, July 18th to verify unit is able to keep food at 41*F

4-301.11

Apr 3, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Nov 21, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jul 18, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 3 corrected on site.

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Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- On-site Generation (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed 0 ppm chlorine based sanitizer at three compartment sink. Sanitizer for dish ware and utensils to be at 50 ppm. Discussed the importance of proper sanitizer levels and proper monitoring of sanitizer levels

4-501.114(F1-2)

Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed brushfire and chile verde salsa prepared this morning in 5 gallon containers in walk in cooler at 135*F. Containers are to deep to allow proper cooling practices. Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods must be cooled in: uncovered/loosely covered, shallow containers less than 4 inches deep, in equipment designed to rapidly cool, by using an ice bath, by using ice as an ingredient, or another effective means

3-501.15(A)

Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee drink on small chest freezer with scale/ Employee drinks are to be stored in an assigned break area. To ensure food safety, prevent physical contamination and the transmission of disease; employee eating, drinking, beverage storage, and using tobacco must be done in an approved area

2-401.11

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Brushfire Tacos Y Tapas last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Brushfire Tacos Y Tapas on file is from Apr 17, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

How does Brushfire Tacos Y Tapas compare to other restaurants in Glendale?

Brushfire Tacos Y Tapas most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is about the same as the Glendale average of 97.

Has Brushfire Tacos Y Tapas' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Brushfire Tacos Y Tapas have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Brushfire Tacos Y Tapas 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 Brushfire Tacos Y Tapas inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Brushfire Tacos Y Tapas is inspected around four times per year on average.

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