Carniceria Michoacan

3549 W Thomas Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85019
Grocery / Market
License: Food Establishment - Retail Food
Last inspected: Jan 2, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk

Public records show four inspections at Carniceria Michoacan stretching back to 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 2, 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 turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near one violation per visit.

By comparison, the average Phoenix facility scores 97, putting Carniceria Michoacan on the weaker side. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 2, 2026
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Observed ziploc bags of seeds and nuts portioned from bulk, with no food label, presented for self service retail sale at the front counter. Discussed food label (Basic Requirements: 1) Name of Product; 2) Processor Name; 3) Processor Address or Phone Number; 4) Ingredients; 5) Approximate Weight; 6) In English)
3-602.11(A)(B1-4)(B6-7)(C)(D)
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed build of soils on the ceiling around the air vents directly over packaged and unpacked foods
6-501.12
90
May 30, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Feb 12, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed second designated handwashing sink by the 3 compartment with excessive amounts of food debris and a drain plug at time of inspection. Person in charge (PIC) states they sometimes use the sink for thawing/food prep. Explained to PIC that the second handwashing sink has been designated for pure handwashing only. PIC will ensure establishment discontinues use of handwash sink for all activities that are not for handwashing
5-205.11
90
Jul 18, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Carniceria Michoacan last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Carniceria Michoacan on file is from Jan 2, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Carniceria Michoacan compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

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

Has Carniceria Michoacan's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Carniceria Michoacan have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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