Carniceria Zamora

6256 N 43rd Ave, Glendale, AZ 85301
Grocery / Market
License: Food Establishment - Meat Market
Last inspected: Jan 2, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

Carniceria Zamora appears in inspection records six times, starting in 2024. On Jan 2, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. 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 one violation per visit.

Restaurants in Glendale average 97, so Carniceria Zamora trails the local norm. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 2, 2026
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Handwashing sign not posted
Inspector notes: Observed no handwashing signage at the hand sinks behind the meat counter. 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
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: Observed deep grooves and pitted areas of concrete flooring containing standing water and food debris behind the meat counter, around prep tables, under three compartment sink, and in the walk-in cooler. Observed exposed unsealed wood and rusted metal sheeting in the walk in freezer floor and along the door freezer door frame. Observed exposed wood along the floor wall junction of the interior side of the walk-in cooler door frame. Observed gaps and panel separation of coved base along the floor wall junction along the back wall of the meat counter, under the hand wash sinks, prep sink, three comp sink
6-101.11
90
Sep 10, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jun 3, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed walls behind the raw meat rack inside walk-in with accumulation of dried food debris. Explained to person in charge (PIC) that 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. Deep clean walk-in walls, doors, and racks prior to next routine inspection
6-501.12
95
Feb 13, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Dec 5, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable
Inspector notes: Observed cutting boards with deep groves and stains. All food-contact surfaces must be smooth, non-absorbent, and easily cleanable
4-501.12
95
Aug 20, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Wire shelving in walk-in freezer showing signs of disrepair (i.e. - rust)
4-501.11
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Carniceria Zamora last inspected?

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

How does Carniceria Zamora compare to other restaurants in Glendale?

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

Has Carniceria Zamora's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

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