Carniceria Y Panaderia La Exclusiva
Last inspected: Mar 17, 2026
82
Score
Across the available record, Carniceria Y Panaderia La Exclusiva has six inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The most recent report on file is from Mar 17, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near three violations per visit.
“Certified food protection manager” comes up most often, recorded five times in the inspection record.
Carniceria Y Panaderia La Exclusiva's latest score of 82 falls below the Phoenix average of 97. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 17, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: Establishment is using Chlorine water sanitizer. At time of inspection no chlorine food safety test strips could be provided. Notified Employee
4-302.14
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: ***2nd Consecutive Violation*** At time of inspection no manager present or employee with Certified Food Protection Manager certificate. Notified employees
2-102.12(A)
Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable
Inspector notes: Observed several areas of exposed concrete and missing floor tiles. Notified Employees. All flooring needs to be smooth and easily cleanable
6-201.11
82
Mar 16, 2026
Routine
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: Establishment is using Chlorine water sanitizer. At time of inspection no chlorine food safety test strips could be provided. Notified Employee
4-302.14
Person in charge not present
Inspector notes: At time of inspection no person in charge was present at this establishment. During open hours of operatino a Person In Charge should be present
2-101.11
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed main walk in unit shared with meat department with ambient temperature of 56*F-57*F with inspector and establishment thermometers. Checked 4 times on all racks. Same ambient temperatures listed. Internal temperature of all tcs foods were 44*F-60*F. Directed employee to contact owner to send for technician to repair walk in unit
4-301.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: ***2nd Consecutive Violation*** At time of inspection no manager present or employee with Certified Food Protection Manager certificate. Notified employees
2-102.12(A)
Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable
Inspector notes: Observed several areas of exposed concrete and missing floor tiles. Notified Employees. All flooring needs to be smooth and easily cleanable
6-201.11
67
Aug 7, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
No soap available at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: No handsoap was available at the kitchen handwashing sink. Provide handsoap at all times to the handwashing sinks. Corrected by manager
6-301.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No certified food-service manager present during the inspection. Provide a certified food-service manager during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
86
May 9, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Nonfood-contact surfaces have cracks, ledges, or crevices
Inspector notes: Some of the ceramic floor tiles are cracked and missing, causing low spots that have standing water. Have the broken or missing floor tiles replaced
4-202.16
Area, Enclosures and Receptacles, Good Repair
Inspector notes: One of the dumpster lids is broken off and cannot be closed. The other lid was left open. Have the dumpster and/or lids replaced
5-501.111
90
Jan 28, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
No soap available at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no soap available at hand wash sink near three compartment sink. PIC provided soap for handwash sink at time of inspection
6-301.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no certified food protection manager on site 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)
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cups without handles being used as utensil in sauce located in walk in fridge. Explained to staff that contaminants on hands can get into the sauce by the cups being fully emerged. In-use utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location; in running water; or in hot water above 135°F. If utensils are stored in food, the handles must be stored above the surface of the food. All in-use utensils without handles were removed from food containers
3-304.12
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of dirt and food debris on shelf with spices and wall behind three compartment sink. Observed organic matter in walk in fridge along cove where water was pooled. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Observed cracked in missing floor tiles, allowing water to pool in areas. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection
6-501.12
78
Sep 20, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw beef and raw pork stored on a speed rack within the walk-in cooler directly over RTE cheese (queso fresco). Also observed raw marinated chicken in a metal pan stored directly over raw beef. 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)
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) onsite at time of inspection. Person in charge (PIC) was unable to produce a certified food protection manager certificate. A CFM is required to be on the premises during all hours of operations. Provide a CFM onsite by next routine inspection
2-102.12(A)
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed leak from the discharge pipe beneath the 3-comp sink at time of inspection. The leak is resulting in small pools of water collecting in areas where there are cracked/missing tiles. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection
5-205.15(B)
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed cracked/missing tiles along the walkway behind the meat display coolers, directly in front of the warewashing area, and throughout establishment. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection
6-501.11
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Carniceria Y Panaderia La Exclusiva last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Carniceria Y Panaderia La Exclusiva on file is from Mar 17, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Carniceria Y Panaderia La Exclusiva?
Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Carniceria Y Panaderia La Exclusiva.
How does Carniceria Y Panaderia La Exclusiva compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?
Carniceria Y Panaderia La Exclusiva most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.
Has Carniceria Y Panaderia La Exclusiva's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Carniceria Y Panaderia La Exclusiva have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Carniceria Y Panaderia La Exclusiva 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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