Carniceria Y Panaderia La Exclusiva

1640 N 36th St, Phoenix, AZ 85008
Mexican / Latin
License: Food Establishment - Bakery
Last inspected: Mar 16, 2026
61
Score
Medium Risk

The health department has logged three inspections at Carniceria Y Panaderia La Exclusiva, the earliest from 2025. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 16, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around seven violations per visit versus roughly two violations earlier in the record.

“Food storage - preventing contamination from the premises” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

That's lower than the typical Phoenix restaurant, which scores around 97. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
3
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 16, 2026
Routine
3 major violations. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy food debris and cloths inside main large mixer. Notified Employees. ====Food contact equipment needs to be clean to sight and touch
4-601.11(A)
Working containers of toxic materials not identified
Inspector notes: Observed unknown chemical spray bottle with no chemical name by hand sink. Notified employees. Employee will empty chemical liquid. ===Working containers used for storing poisonous or toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies shall be clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material
7-102.11
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
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Observed various ingredients left open with no lids: nuts; frostings, raisins. Notified employees
3-305.11
Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable
Inspector notes: Observed 7 missing ceiling tiles. Notified employees
6-201.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: At time of inspection no manager present or employee with Certified Food Protection Manager certificate. Notified employees
2-102.12(A)
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
Inspector notes: Observed inside walk in unit with 4 raw egg cartons with raw shelled eggs stored directly above packaged salsas. Notified employees
3-302.11(A3-8)
61
Aug 7, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Some of the pastry cabinet doors are not self-closing. Provide self-closing devices to the pastry cabinet doors so they are self-closing
3-305.11
95
Jan 28, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
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)
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of dirt on walls, floor, and storage area. 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
6-501.12
90

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 16, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Carniceria Y Panaderia La Exclusiva?

Across the inspection record, “food storage - preventing contamination from the premises” has been cited two 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 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Carniceria Y Panaderia La Exclusiva's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Carniceria Y Panaderia La Exclusiva have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

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