El Rincon Poblano

3302 W Thomas Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85017
Mexican / Latin
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Feb 18, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

Public records show six inspections at El Rincon Poblano stretching back to 2024. On Feb 18, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near one violation per visit.

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

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 18, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed main handwashing sink on the main cook line tilted to the point where the liquid pools on the left side of the sink basin. Also observed splash shield being held onto the sink with metal clamps. Repair sink splash guard, align sink so that it drains adequately, and recaulk/silicone the sink to the wall and around the splash guards. Correct prior to next routine inspection
5-205.15(B)
95
Oct 15, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 6, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable
Inspector notes: Cutting board scored and not cleanable. Manager will replace
4-501.12
95
Mar 31, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)
4-601.11(A)
Food thawed using improper method (corrected on site)
3-501.13
86
Dec 4, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 13, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities not in good repair
6-501.11
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Rincon Poblano last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Rincon Poblano on file is from Feb 18, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

How does El Rincon Poblano compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

El Rincon Poblano most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Phoenix average of 97.

Has El Rincon Poblano's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

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