Carniceria El Herradero

492 W Ray Rd, Chandler, AZ 85225

Grocery / Market

License: Food Establishment - Meat Market

Last inspected: Feb 10, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Public records show five inspections at Carniceria El Herradero stretching back to 2024. The most recent report on file is from Feb 10, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around zero violations lately and about two violations before that.

Among Chandler restaurants, the typical score is 95; Carniceria El Herradero is comfortably above that bar. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 10, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Sep 23, 2025

Routine

3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: An employee open cup of coffee was stored on a meat slicer near the meat case. Have employees store their personal beverages and food in designated areas away from food prep

2-401.11

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

Inspector notes: A long pair of tongs was stored hanging on the meat market's handwashing sink's splashguard, and one side was hovering above the handsink, in danger of soapy water splashing on it. Do not store the tongs on the splashguard or in close proximity to the splashing handsink water

3-304.12

Nonfood-contact surfaces not corrosion-resistant or cleanable (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The paper towel dispenser lever at the meat market's hansink area had what appeared to be raw meat residue. Do not touch the paper towel dispenser lever with hands that are not clean. The employee then cleaned and sanitized the lever

4-101.19

Jul 14, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Plumbing system not maintained in good repair (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The kitchen handwashing sink drain was slow-draining. The meat manager then removed a piece of cardboard from the drain

5-205.15(B)

Apr 4, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Dec 17, 2024

Routine

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

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No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Policy regarding clean-up of fecal diarrheal events was not available at the time of inspection. A policy was provided in English and Spanish at the time of inspection. Written procedures for clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events is required onsite at all times

2-501.11

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Certified Food protection manager certificate was not available during the 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)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Carniceria El Herradero last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Carniceria El Herradero on file is from Feb 10, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does Carniceria El Herradero compare to other restaurants in Chandler?

Carniceria El Herradero most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Chandler average of 95.

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

Yes. Recent inspections at Carniceria El Herradero have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

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