East Side Mariscos

2445 E Thomas Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85016
Mexican / Latin
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Feb 24, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

East Side Mariscos appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 24, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around one violation each.

East Side Mariscos' latest score of 100 sits above the Phoenix average of 97. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 24, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Nov 3, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no certified food protection manager on site at time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
95
Aug 14, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw fish and shrimp stored on shelf above opened salsa and condiment containers in prep fridge. All raw animal proteins must be stored below ready-to-eat (RTE) foods and stored according to cooking temperature at all times to prevent cross contamination. PIC properly stored all raw animal proteins according to the final cooking temperature based on the cooking parameters in § 3-401.11 of the Food Code
3-302.11(A3-8)
Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed 1/2 pan size holding cut tomatoes covered in walk-in fridge temp at 48*F prepped at 8:30am. Observed salad in prep table top temp at 52*F prepared 30 minutes prior to taking temperature. Observed shrimp and fish ceviche in prep table top temp at 48*F. TCS foods must be cooled in: uncovered/loosely covered, shallow containers less than 4 inches deep, in equipment designed to rapidly cool, by using an ice bath, by using ice as an ingredient, or another effective means. All TCS foods cooling were uncovered to allow for rapid cooling. PIC added ice to prep tables to ensure TCS foods are kept at 41*F
3-501.15(B)
90
Mar 26, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 6, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was East Side Mariscos last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at East Side Mariscos on file is from Feb 24, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does East Side Mariscos compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

East Side Mariscos most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has East Side Mariscos' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at East Side Mariscos have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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