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Carolina's Mexican Food

1202 E Mohave St, Phoenix, AZ 85034
Mexican / Latin
License: Food Establishment - Food Catering
Last inspected: Apr 21, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk

Carolina's Mexican Food appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2024. On Apr 21, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “cooling, heating, and holding capacities-equipment”, showing up three times.

That's lower than the typical Phoenix restaurant, which scores around 97. The record reflects steady performance over time.

8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 21, 2026
Reinspection
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed the small prep style unit and reach in unit near the food assembly line holding TCS foods above 41*F. The prep style unit was 52.7*F and the reach in unit 68.3*F, measured using min/max. Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. Must repair cold holding equipment such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below
4-301.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed the flooring in the kitchen being in disrepair and having some areas exposing the aggregate. 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
Food storage containers not labeled with contents
Inspector notes: Observed unmarked containers filled with dry spices, rice, sugars, and other foods. Informed PIC that all food taken from the bulk container need to be labeled with the common name. All bulk food items not easily identifiable must be labeled with common name of food
3-302.12
82
Apr 20, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Conveying Sewage
Inspector notes: Observed floor drain located under the three-compartment sink backed up with grey water and not draining. All other floor drains are draining properly and not conveying sewage. Sewage from the floor drain is not actively backing up. PIC stated that there was recently plumbing work conducted and they believe the floor drain was planned to be closed off. Informed PIC that the drain needs to properly drain prior to reinspection on 4/21/2025
5-402.13
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed the small prep style unit and reach in unit near the food assembly line holding TCS foods above 41*F. The prep style unit was 52.7*F and the reach in unit 68.3*F, measured using min/max. Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. Must repair cold holding equipment such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below
4-301.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed the flooring in the kitchen being in disrepair and having some areas exposing the aggregate. 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
Food storage containers not labeled with contents
Inspector notes: Observed unmarked containers filled with dry spices, rice, sugars, and other foods. Informed PIC that all food taken from the bulk container need to be labeled with the common name. All bulk food items not easily identifiable must be labeled with common name of food
3-302.12
70
Dec 4, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 13, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the walk in cooler having an ambient temperature of 59*F. At the time of inspection, walk in cooler door was observed to be left opened. At the end of the inspection, walk in cooler was able to have an ambient temperature of 41*F. Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below
4-301.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed the walk in cooler door not being able to close properly due to hinges having issues and the locking mechanism in disrepair. Physical facility must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection
6-501.11
86
May 13, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Mar 18, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 15, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 9, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100

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 21, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

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

Across the inspection record, “cooling, heating, and holding capacities-equipment” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Carolina's Mexican Food.

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

Carolina's Mexican Food most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix 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 two 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 five times per year on average.

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