Cultura Mex

5713 W Glendale Ave, Glendale, AZ 85301
Mexican / Latin
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Feb 5, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk

Cultura Mex has a thin inspection record, with only two visits on file so far. On Feb 5, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around one violation compared to roughly four violations earlier on.

The pattern that stands out is “certified food protection manager”, which has been cited two times.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Glendale restaurants. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

2
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 5, 2026
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
95
Feb 4, 2026
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Prohibited toxic material present in facility (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed establishment with raid spray. All pest control for the establishment must be performed by a certified pest control specialist and chemicals for pest control must not be stored onsite. PIC removed pest control chemicals from premises at time of inspection
7-202.11
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: Observed establishment with Quat test strips for three bay sink and no chlorine for the dishwashing machine. Test strips are required for any sanitizers used with food contact surfaces. Provide sanitizer test strips prior to re-inspection
4-302.14
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed hand wash sink with nozzle fallen off, establishment can still use sink with nozzle is if put on temporarily. Discussed repairing sink for a more permanent solution
5-205.15(B)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cultura Mex last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cultura Mex on file is from Feb 5, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cultura Mex?

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

How does Cultura Mex compare to other restaurants in Glendale?

Cultura Mex most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Glendale average of 97.

Has Cultura Mex's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Cultura Mex have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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