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Carniceria Mana

8240 W Lower Buckeye Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85043
Grocery / Market
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Jan 20, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

Public records show seven inspections at Carniceria Mana stretching back to 2024. On Jan 20, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “certified food protection manager”, showing up two times.

Compared to other Phoenix restaurants (averaging 97), there's room to close the gap. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 20, 2026
Routine
2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed in-use tongs stored hanging from handle of oven between use
3-304.12
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of dust soils on the fans, ceiling, and walls of the walk in cooler
6-501.12
90
Sep 24, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Sep 15, 2025
Routine
3 major violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: Observed establishment utilize chlorine sanitizter but have no chlorine test strips for measuring sanitizer concentration available in the establishment
4-302.14
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. Provided written bodily fluid instruction to operator via email
2-501.11
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels at the hand wash sink by the prep table
6-301.12
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no certified food protection manger onsite at the time of inspection
2-102.12(A)
70
May 12, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cooked chiles, onions, and fried tripe with internal temperature of 110-120*F in the hot holding case by front door. PIC states the items have been in the unit since 2 hours before inspection. Explained to PIC that 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 reheated to 165°F at time of inspection
3-501.16(A)(1)
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed containers of cooked cabeza dated 5/5 and cooked tripe (mixto) dated 4/30 in the walk in at time of inspection. PIC confirmed the items were cooked on the dates listed above. Explained to PIC that 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). All RTE/TCS foods past 7 days of preparation were voluntarily discarded by PIC at the time of inspection
3-501.18
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) available at 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)
70
Jan 21, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 21, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed covered container of cooked cabeza with a date mark of 10/8/24. Per PIC, items are dated with the date they are made on. Discussed having staff routinely check date marks to ensure TCS food items are not held past 7 days. All RTE/TCS foods past 7 days of preparation were discarded by PIC at the time of inspection. 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
86
Jul 31, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Carniceria Mana last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Carniceria Mana on file is from Jan 20, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Carniceria Mana?

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

How does Carniceria Mana compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Carniceria Mana most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Carniceria Mana's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Carniceria Mana have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Carniceria Mana 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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