Chikiliquis Taco Shop
Last inspected: Mar 30, 2026
95
Score
Chikiliquis Taco Shop appears in inspection records six times, starting in 2024. The most recent visit was on Mar 30, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.
When inspectors have written things up, “certified food protection manager” has been the most frequent reason, cited five times.
Among Mesa restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspections
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 30, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: At time of inspection, no CFPM was on site
2-102.12(A)
95
Oct 16, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed at the third steam table, tcs food such as pinto beans, refried beans/chili at 109-119 deg f, discussed with manager. all removed, all reheated to 165 deg f. manager readjusted the steam table temp. please ensure all tcs food is at 135 deg f or higher
3-501.16(A)(1)
Food-contact surface not smooth, sealed, or easily cleanable
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed in the food prep. area, multiple spatulas has peeled, cracked in the rubber, pieces missing. showed facility manager. manager removed. kitchen manager will order ne spatulas
4-202.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Please ensure facility has a certified food manager on duty, available resources on esd.maricopa.gov reviewed
2-102.12(A)
Food storage containers not labeled with contents
Inspector notes: Observed some powder plastic containers filled with ingredients/granules. no identification. manager was informed. labeled by manager as salt and flour
3-302.12
70
Jun 11, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
No soap available at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no soap dispenser at the food prep. hand washing station. informed manager. manager obtained a soap dispenser, filled at the time of inspection. Also in the male restroom, hand washing soap dispenser, electric was not working. manager obtained a new soap dispenser. corrected
6-301.11
Wiping cloths used or stored improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Wet wiping cloth were left on the food prep. stations. showed staff . manager removed towels and placed in a designated chlorine sanitizer 50ppm
3-304.14
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Asked staff and manager regarding a certified food manager. unable to provide. please obtain one certified food manager. resources on esd.maricopa.gov reviewed
2-102.12(A)
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Mar 4, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food storage containers not labeled with contents
Inspector notes: Containers filled with ingredients, no identification. showed pic. identified as salt and sugar. labeled by manager
3-302.12
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Observed bags of onions and potatoes placed on the kitchen floor. suggested to us e a designated shelf
3-305.11
90
Oct 21, 2024
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Please obtain one certified food manager for the establishment. online resources at esd.maricopa.gov. reviewed with manager on duty
2-102.12(A)
95
Oct 3, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Handwashing sink water not at required temperature
Inspector notes: Observed at the kitchen hand washing station. hot water valve in disrepair. informed manager on duty. please repair the hand washing faucet, re-inspection scheduled for 10 days. 10-14-2024 6-301.12 - Priority Foundation: Hand Drying Provision. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4573/AMC-Toolbox: Handwashing. Addl Notes: observed auto paper towel dispenser in disrepair. notified pic. manager provided paper towel. manager will place a work order for the handwashing station, paper towel dispenser. 6-301.11 - Priority Foundation: Handwashing Cleanser, Availability. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4573/AMC-Toolbox: Handwashing. Addl Notes: at the time of arrival, at the food prep. hand washing station, no soap provided. informed manager. please obtain a soap dispenser , and hand washing soap
5-202.12(A)
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Please obtain one certified food manager for the establishment. online resources at esd.maricopa.gov. reviewed with manager on duty
2-102.12(A)
Improper cooling methods used
Inspector notes: Observed pan of cooked beans left on the counters at 93-98 deg f . per manager pans were left out one hour prior to inspector arrival. suggested to transport cooked tcs to a shallow pans. use of a metal shallow pans and ice bath reviewed. manager reviewed with kitchen staff, shallow pans and ice bath provided, corrected,
3-501.15(B)
Wiping cloths used or stored improperly
Inspector notes: Observed at the time of inspection, some wet towels left in the hand washing basin, also some wet wiping cloth left on the food prep. surfaces. informed manager, manager removed towels. chlorine solution at 50 ppm established
3-304.14
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Chikiliquis Taco Shop last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Chikiliquis Taco Shop on file is from Mar 30, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Chikiliquis Taco Shop?
Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Chikiliquis Taco Shop.
How does Chikiliquis Taco Shop compare to other restaurants in Mesa?
Chikiliquis Taco Shop most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Mesa average of 95.
Has Chikiliquis Taco Shop's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Chikiliquis Taco Shop have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Chikiliquis Taco Shop means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
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