El Nuevo Taquito

4118 S Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85040

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Mar 25, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited El Nuevo Taquito six times, with records going back to 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 25, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near one violation per visit.

Compared to the broader Phoenix restaurant scene, where the average is 97, this is a stronger showing. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 25, 2026

Food Advisory Inspection

No violations found.

100

Feb 5, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Oct 3, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The ice scoop in the front ice bin was stored laying down with the handle touching the ice. The employee then stored the ice scoop upright in the ice. Do not store utensils with the handle touching the ice or food product

3-304.12

Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures

Inspector notes: The dumpster enclosure had excessive trash and debris on the ground behind and around the dumpster. Maintain the area clean to prevent attracting pests

5-501.115

Jul 18, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Apr 21, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 4 violations

No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The paper towel dispenser in the kitchen restroom had a dead battery and would not dispense. The manager the provided a roll of paper towels

6-301.12

Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

Inspector notes: The interior of the ice machine has an excessive buildup of calcium and must be maintained clean

4-602.11(E)

Wiping cloths used or stored improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The wiping-cloth bucket in the front area had no chlorine residual. The manager remade and rechecked the san bucket. Okay at 50 ppm Cl2

3-304.14

Covering Receptacles

Inspector notes: One of the dumpster lids was left open and must be kept closed at all times

5-501.113

Oct 1, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Nuevo Taquito last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Nuevo Taquito on file is from Mar 25, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

How does El Nuevo Taquito compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

El Nuevo Taquito most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has El Nuevo Taquito's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at El Nuevo Taquito 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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