Burrito Express
Last inspected: Mar 19, 2026
90
Score
Across the available record, Burrito Express has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 19, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near one violation each time.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “packaged and unpackaged food-separation, packaging, and segregation”, showing up two times.
By comparison, the average Gilbert facility scores 96, putting Burrito Express on the weaker side. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 19, 2026
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area
Inspector notes: Observed several personal food and beverages stored through kitchen in food prep areas and multiple areas in reach-in coolers. PIC organized beverages to designated area. Please keep designated area separate from food prep areas to prevent contamination
2-401.11
Wiping cloths used or stored improperly
Inspector notes: Observed wet towel stored on counter. PIC, returned towel to sanitizer bucket. Discussed importance of keeping wet towels in sanitizer bucket to prevent bacterial growth
3-304.14
90
Nov 18, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Time used as public health control not properly documented
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cooked potatoes being held under Time as a Public Health Control having an internal temperature of 67*F and without a time stamp. Person in charge states the potatoes were placed out for service 30 minutes prior to the inspection. Time as a Public Health Control requires written procedures detailing process for Time as a Public Health Control and time-stamping for items actively held under Time as a Public Health Control. All TCS foods being held under time as a control were properly time stamped at time of inspection
3-501.19(A1,B2,C2-3)
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cooked beans, cooked chorizo, and cooked potatoes cooling but placed out at room temperature. Person in charge states these food items started cooling around 1 hour prior to inspection but still had internal temperatures of 120-90*F. Advised person in charge about cooling time/temperature parameters to ensure food 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. Person in charge moved all cooling foods to the freezer to cool down rapidly
3-501.15(A)
82
Jul 25, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Restricted-use pesticide applied improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: A can of Raid was found in the kitchen. The manager then discarded the can. Do not store or use pesticides inside the establishment
7-206.11
86
Apr 18, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: There was a pan of raw beef stored directly above an open bucket of cut tomatoes in the reach-in refrigerator. The manager the rearranged the food on the shelves so the raw beef was on the bottom. Do not store raw meats above ready-to-eat foods
3-302.11(A1-2)
Insect control devices improperly placed or designed
6-202.13
82
Dec 5, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels at the only hand sink. Manager refilled the empty paper towel dispenser. Ensure there is paper towels at each hand sink at all times
6-301.12
90
Sep 19, 2024
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Sep 9, 2024
Reinspection
2 major violations.
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Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: Observed a live German cockroach on the wall. PIC stated that pest control services are performed biweekly. Please contact a certified pest control operator to service the kitchen prior to the re-inspection date
6-501.111(C)
Specialized processing method used without required variance
Inspector notes: Observed a salsa/paste packaging machine that is currently being used by the establishment to package salsas. The PIC could not provide spec sheets or cleaning procedures to the inspector during the inspection. No logs are available to keep track of temperatures of the salsa as it is cooked, cooled, and packaged. PIC stated that the salsa is prepared and cooled the previous day. The following day, the salsa is packaged and then gets stored in a container where it is kept for 6 days. The salsa packaging does not include ingredients or store location information. The package appears to be ROP. It is unknown at this time if the unit is NSF. A variance may be required. ***UPDATE. PIC stated that the equipment is awaiting NSF approval. PIC does not have the spec sheets, but they have been requested from the manufacturer. Inspector informed the PIC not to use the machine until more information has been acquired
3-502.11
82
Aug 29, 2024
Routine
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 5 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed liquid condensate from the reach in refrigerator dripping into a bowl of chopped tomatoes. The tomatoes were discarded. Please service any refrigeration units and monitor for leaks. Do not place food items under any areas where contamination may occur
3-101.11
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed boxes of raw bacon stored on a shelf above chopped tomatoes and an open container of beans that were cooling. PIC moved all of the bacon to the very bottom shelf of the refrigerator to prevent contamination
3-302.11(A1-2)
Hands not washed when required
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the cook cracking an egg, then changing gloves and handling tortillas. The cook was instructed to wash her hands and then put gloves on before handling ready to eat food items. Hand washing must occur between a change of task or from handling raw animal foods and ready to eat foods
2-301.14
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: Observed a live German cockroach on the wall. PIC stated that pest control services are performed biweekly. Please contact a certified pest control operator to service the kitchen prior to the re-inspection date
6-501.111(C)
Specialized processing method used without required variance
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a salsa/paste packaging machine that is currently being used by the establishment to package salsas. The PIC could not provide spec sheets or cleaning procedures to the inspector during the inspection. No logs are available to keep track of temperatures of the salsa as it is cooked, cooled, and packaged. PIC stated that the salsa is prepared and cooled the previous day. The following day, the salsa is packaged and then gets stored in a container where it is kept for 6 days. The salsa packaging does not include ingredients or store location information. The package appears to be ROP. It is unknown at this time if the unit is NSF. A variance may be required
3-502.11
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a beverage cooler holding TCS salsas and the unit was holding 46F ambient air temperature. PIC removed all of the salsa from the cooler and placed it into a working unit. Refrigeration temperatures must not exceed 41F
4-301.11
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Burrito Express last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Burrito Express on file is from Mar 19, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Burrito Express?
Across the inspection record, “packaged and unpackaged food-separation, packaging, and segregation” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Burrito Express.
How does Burrito Express compare to other restaurants in Gilbert?
Burrito Express most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Gilbert average of 96.
Has Burrito Express' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Burrito Express have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Burrito Express 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 Burrito Express inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Burrito Express is inspected around five times per year on average.
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