Carniceria El Camino

3205 W Mcdowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85009
Grocery / Market
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Jan 7, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Carniceria El Camino five times, with records going back to 2024. The most recent visit was on Jan 7, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near zero violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “certified food protection manager”, which has been cited two times.

Compared to the broader Phoenix restaurant scene, this is about average. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 7, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Operator was unable to present copy of Certified Food Protection Manager Certification. At least one person in charge shall have a Certified Food Protection Manager during hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
95
Sep 24, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
May 15, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Feb 11, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 1, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cooked salsas in reach in fridge with no date mark. Person in charge states that food was cooked yesterday. RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1)
3-501.18
Time used as public health control not properly documented (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cooked Menudo and chicharron with old time stamps from earlier this morning. Person in charge states that food was cooked and placed on display 2 hours ago. All TCS foods being held under time as a control were properly time stamped at time of inspection
3-501.19(B1,3-4;C1,4-5)
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Carniceria El Camino last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Carniceria El Camino on file is from Jan 7, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Carniceria El Camino?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Carniceria El Camino.

How does Carniceria El Camino compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Carniceria El Camino most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Carniceria El Camino's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Carniceria El Camino have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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