El Herradero Brothers

101 W Frye Rd, Chandler, AZ 85225

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Meat Market

Last inspected: Feb 5, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged five inspections at El Herradero Brothers, the earliest from 2024. The most recent report on file is from Feb 5, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near one violation per visit across recent inspections.

By comparison, the average Chandler facility scores 95, putting El Herradero Brothers on the weaker side. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 5, 2026

Routine

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Shellstock Identification; Tags Present (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed the establishment selling raw oysters but not having the Shellstock tags from past oysters sold. Establishment contacted their provider and was told they would not be be able to retrieve the past Shellstock tags from past purchases. Shellstock tags must be kept with shellstock until sold, dated with final sale date, and maintained in chronological order for 90 days onsite. Person in charge states they will follow the proper procedures for Shellstock tags from now on

3-202.18(A)

Oct 7, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: A large sack of Maseca corn flour was stored directly on the floor in the meat-cutting area. The meat manager then put the sack of Maseca onto a rack. Do not store foods directly on the floor

3-305.11

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: The cold water valve below the meat area handwashing sink is dripping into a container. Have the valve repaired or replaced

5-205.15(B)

Jul 18, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Covering Receptacles

Inspector notes: The grease-bin lid was left open. Maintain closed at all times

5-501.113

Apr 11, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

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Dec 11, 2024

Routine

2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.

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Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed meat slicer not being used and clean with dried food particles resembling raw beef on the blade, behind the blade and on guard. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch. PIC relocated all food-contact surfaces to warewashing area to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized at the time of inspection

4-601.11(A)

Working containers of toxic materials not identified (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed two spray bottles with cloudy white, clear liquid in Awesome labeled spray bottles. The liquid was not Awesome cleaner. Per employee, the liquid was chlorine and degreaser. Toxic substances taken from bulk shall be labeled with common name. Employee labeled at time of inspection

7-102.11

Equipment material allows contamination or unsafe migration

Inspector notes: Observed three knives in meat cutting room that contained rope wrapped around the handle. Per employee, the rope can be removed but is not during warewashing. All food-contact surfaces must be smooth, non-absorbent, and easily cleanable

4-101.11(B-E)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Herradero Brothers last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Herradero Brothers on file is from Feb 5, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does El Herradero Brothers compare to other restaurants in Chandler?

El Herradero Brothers most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Chandler average of 95.

Has El Herradero Brothers' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at El Herradero Brothers have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at El Herradero Brothers 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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