Carniceria Rancho Alegre

4340 W Mcdowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85035
Grocery / Market
License: Food Establishment - Meat Market
Last inspected: Jan 7, 2026
70
Score
Medium Risk

Going back to 2024, Carniceria Rancho Alegre has six inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 7, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

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

When inspectors have written things up, “certified food protection manager” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.

Restaurants in Phoenix average 97, so Carniceria Rancho Alegre trails the local norm. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 7, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 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
Handwashing sign not posted
Inspector notes: Observed no hand wash signage at any hand wash sink used by employees. A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands shall be provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees and shall be clearly visible to food employees
6-301.14
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Observed slider door windows of the meat case in state of disrepair. Observed broken slider doors separated from frame and covered with duct tape. Observed open gaps from slider doors unable to fully seal and enclose the meat case
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of food debris, splatter, and residues in the rails and handles of the slider windows of the meat case
4-602.13
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: Observed broken floor tile by the meat case and a hole in the wall by the walk-in freezer
6-101.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no certified food protection manger on site at the time of inspection
2-102.12(A)
70
Sep 17, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 10, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Mar 21, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
No certified food protection manager
2-102.12(A)
Light bulbs not shatter-resistant or protected
Inspector notes: Observed missing light shield for the overhead halogen lights in the walk-in refrigerator. Light shields are designed to prevent the breakage and contain the any debris in the event of breakage. Install
6-202.11
90
Nov 21, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
2-102.12(A)
95
Sep 4, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No certified food protection manager certificate onsite at time of inspection
2-102.12(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Observed glass door on the meat display refrigeration unit is disrepair. Door is currently broken and being held together with tape. Repair or replace door to a smooth, easily cleanable, and sealed state
4-501.11
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Carniceria Rancho Alegre last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Carniceria Rancho Alegre on file is from Jan 7, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Carniceria Rancho Alegre?

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

How does Carniceria Rancho Alegre compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Carniceria Rancho Alegre most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Carniceria Rancho Alegre's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Carniceria Rancho Alegre means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.