Carniceria Kino
Last inspected: Jan 18, 2026
100
Score
Going back to 2024, Carniceria Kino has eight inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 18, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around three violations to closer to one violation per visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events”, showing up three times.
Restaurants in Phoenix average 97, so Carniceria Kino is doing better than most peers. 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
Jan 18, 2026
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Jan 8, 2026
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events
Inspector notes: Observed no bodily fluid clean up kit or written instructions for cleaning bodily fluids
2-501.11
Records, Creation & Retention; Raw as Ready-to-Eat Fish
Inspector notes: Observed establishment prepare and serve raw marinated shrimp ceviche as ready to eat but have no updated parasite destruction from seafood provider
3-402.12
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed waste water on the floor and leaking from the drain pipe under the hand wash sink
5-205.15(B)
78
Sep 9, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jun 2, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
May 27, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: ***2nd Consecutive Violation**** Observed sealed bags of raw beef and open container of raw chorizo above semi open pot of cooked rice in the walk-in. 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)
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed chicharron with meat in hot holding single display case with internal temperature of 82*F at time of inspection. PIC states the chicharron was made the day before inspection. Explained to PIC that because the chicharron has cooked meat (50/50) it is considered a time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 135°F or above. All TCS foods improperly hot held were voluntarily discarded by PIC at time of inspection. Recommended time as a control for chicharron and limiting quantities
3-501.16(A)(1)
Records, Creation & Retention; Raw as Ready-to-Eat Fish
Inspector notes: Observed raw, marinated in lime shrimp ceviche sold at the establishment. Person in charge (PIC) did not have a current parasite destruction letter from provider. Explained to PIC that parasite destruction records or letter from supplier are required for all non-exempt fish served raw or undercooked at establishment. Must provide parasite destruction letter from supplier prior to re-inspection
3-402.12
67
Jan 30, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations. 6 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw chicken stored over cooked ready to eat rice and beef in the walk in cooler
3-302.11(A1-2)
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cooked rice, cooked beans, cooked salsas/sauces, and cooked beef with no date marking. The person in charge stated the food items had been cooked between 1-3 days ago and date marked the food items accordingly
3-501.17
No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no bodily fluid clean up kit or written instructions for cleaning bodily fluids
2-501.11
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels or other hand drying provison at the hand wash sink by the three compartment sink
6-301.12
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed numerous open containers of cooked beans, salsas/sauces, and soup/broths stored directly on the floor of the walki-in cooler
3-305.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no certified food protection manger onsite at the time of inspection
2-102.12(A)
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed serving utensil at the salsa bar with the handle of the utensil submerged in the food container in direct contact with food
3-304.12
55
Oct 14, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed roasted peppers and sauteed onions with internal temperatures of 88-90F in containers at the hot holding table. The person in charge stated the items has been cooked and placed for hot holding less than 2 hours ago
3-501.16(A)(1)
No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no bodil fluid kit or written instructions for cleaning bodily fluids on site at the time of inspection
2-501.11
78
Jun 25, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 3 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed packaged raw shelled eggs stored over an open container of cooked meat stew in the walk in cooler. The person in charge moved the raw eggs away from cooked read to eat foods
3-302.11(A1-2)
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cooked TCS food items in the walk in cooler with no date marks. TCS food items include cooked meat stews, cooked beans, and cooked salsas. The person in charge stated all the food items had been cooked the day before, more than 24hrs ago, and placed date marks on the food items accordingly
3-501.17
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed open buckets of liquid rendered pork fat used for cooking stored directly on the floor next to the cook line. The person in charge removed the buckets from the floor and placed them on top of crates raised off the floor
3-305.11
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Carniceria Kino last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Carniceria Kino on file is from Jan 18, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Carniceria Kino?
Across the inspection record, “clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Carniceria Kino.
How does Carniceria Kino compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?
Carniceria Kino most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Phoenix average of 97.
Has Carniceria Kino's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Carniceria Kino have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Carniceria Kino 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 Carniceria Kino inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Carniceria Kino is inspected around five times per year on average.
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