Carnitas Michoacanas

506 E Western Ave, Avondale, AZ 85323
Mexican / Latin
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Mar 18, 2026
78
Score
Low Risk Grade: B

Carnitas Michoacanas appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2025. Carnitas Michoacanas was last inspected on Mar 18, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around three violations per visit versus roughly one violation earlier in the record.

“Certified food protection manager” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Compared to other Avondale restaurants (averaging 98), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 18, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Hands not washed when required (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed staff leave restroom and return to kitchen without washing hands. Staff was instructed to wash hands before preparing orders. Also observed another staff member drop a container on the floor, pick it up, and begin to continue completing order. Staff was instructed to discard gloves, wash hands, and put on new pair of gloves. Discussed the importance of proper hand washing and when hand washing is required with the person-in-charge (PIC). Hands must be washed at any time contamination occurs and when changing tasks. Provided handout
2-301.14
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Establishment did not have a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) present during inspection. A CFPM is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Provided handout with changes to Food Code. Second consecutive violation
2-102.12(A)
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed missing cold water handle at hand wash sink next to 3-compartment sink. Discussed repairing handle to ensure sink is maintained in good repair. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times
5-205.15(B)
78
Nov 5, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no employee with CFPM on premises at the time of inspection. Discussed with PIC that one employee with CFPM must be present on premises at all hours of operations and time of inspection
2-102.12(A)
Wiping Cloths, Air Drying Location (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed wet cloths drying on handwashing sink. Discussed with PIC that wet cloths need to be stored in sanitizer buckets or laundered properly and not hung to dry
4-901.12
90
Jun 17, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Carnitas Michoacanas last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Carnitas Michoacanas on file is from Mar 18, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Carnitas Michoacanas?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Carnitas Michoacanas.

How does Carnitas Michoacanas compare to other restaurants in Avondale?

Carnitas Michoacanas most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Avondale average of 98.

Has Carnitas Michoacanas' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Carnitas Michoacanas have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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