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Carolina's Mexican Food

5920 W Greenway Rd, Glendale, AZ 85306
Mexican / Latin
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Apr 8, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

The health department has logged five inspections at Carolina's Mexican Food, the earliest from 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 8, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around zero violations each.

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

Carolina's Mexican Food scores about where you'd expect for a Glendale restaurant. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 8, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Nov 26, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jun 19, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Hands not washed when required (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a gloved employee in the front of the establishment touch the bathroom handle to retrieve the sweep. They then began sweeping and cleaning the salsa bar before returning to the main kitchen, where they grabbed bags of chips. This employee was stopped and told to doff their gloves, wash their hands, before donning new, fresh gloves. Also observed a gloved employee in the back of the kitchen sweeping, then immediately switched to grabbing a handle to scoop out salt. This employee was also stopped and instructed to doff their soiled gloves, wash their hands, and grab a fresh pair of gloves. Re-educated staff on when to wash their hands. Discussed best practices around glove usage and cleaning
2-301.14
86
Mar 20, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No verified certified Food Manager was present at the time of inspection. In Compliance with the Food Code, Maricopa County requires a Food Manager present during operating hours. Emailed Maricopa Policy changes and additional resources on where to acquire a Food Manager Certification
2-102.12(A)
Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a staff person eating an orange, with gloves on, at the tortilla press. The employee was stopped and instructed to finish eating in a designated area away from commercial foods. Also observed open cookies wrapped in a napkin and an open beverage directly below the prep table in the back of the kitchen. Alerted manager who discarded these personal foods at time of inspection. Discussed employee beverage storage and employee eating. Discussed food and drink requirements with staff. Eating must always occur in a designated location away from food and food contact surfaces. Drinking from closed containers (sealable water bottles or cups with lids and straws) is permitted if drinks are stored in a designated area away from food and food contact surfaces
2-401.11
90
Aug 19, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: : No certified Food Manager was present at the time of inspection. In Compliance with the Food Code, Maricopa County requires a Food Manager present during operating hours
2-102.12(A)
Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: SECOND REPEAT. Observed multiple salsas made within the last 4 hours with lids on (49-52°F) measuring above 41°F in covered single-use containers (in the expo fridge, in an ice bath by the register, and in the walk-in). Alerted staff who removed the lids at the time of inspection. Staff retrained on cooling methods. refrigerators cool through airflow. Lids to stay off of cooling foods until fully cooled to 41°F. Allow salsa to fully cool to 41 before packing the single-use containers. Discussed keeping temperature logs to identify when items finish the cooling process
3-501.15(B)
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Carolina's Mexican Food last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Carolina's Mexican Food on file is from Apr 8, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Carolina's Mexican Food?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Carolina's Mexican Food.

How does Carolina's Mexican Food compare to other restaurants in Glendale?

Carolina's Mexican Food most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is about the same as the Glendale average of 97.

Has Carolina's Mexican Food's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Carolina's Mexican Food have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Carolina's Mexican Food means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Carolina's Mexican Food inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Carolina's Mexican Food is inspected around three times per year on average.

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