El Rincon Sinaloense

7540 W Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85033

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Apr 8, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show eight inspections at El Rincon Sinaloense stretching back to 2024. The most recent visit was on Apr 8, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

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

“Equipment, food-contact surfaces, nonfood-contact surfaces” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

The city-wide average is 97, putting El Rincon Sinaloense squarely in typical territory. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 8, 2026

Routine

1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 1 violation

Food thawed using improper method (corrected on site)

3-501.13

Dec 1, 2025

Routine

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

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Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed several slotted spoons and other utensils that were stored as clean according to the person in charge. Upon closer observation, the spoons and utensils in question had visible food residues stuck on the inside of the slotted spoons and on other utensil surfaces. The person in charge returned the soiled utensils to the 3-compartment sink to be washed, rinsed and sanitized at time of inspection. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch

4-601.11(A)

Fixed equipment not properly spaced or sealed

Inspector notes: Observed a handwashing sink next to the 3-compartment sink that is detached from the wall. Discussed with person in charge to re-caulk/reseal the handwashing sink to the wall so that it is smooth and flush to the wall. Person in charge will have the sink resealed to the wall. All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair all equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection

4-402.11

Nov 24, 2025

Food Advisory Inspection

No violations found.

100

Sep 3, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 corrected on site.

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Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed a large box as well as a carton of eggs sitting on a high shelf above ready-to-eat foods such as jalapenos, tomatoes, shredded cheese and lettuce inside of the walk-in cooler. Person in charge relocated the box and carton of eggs to a lower shelf and stored them according to their final cooking temperature. 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(A1-2)

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed several plastic tubs and a pan that were all stored as clean according to the person in charge at the clean dishes rack. Upon separation and closer observation of the tubs and pan, they had grease and other food residues stuck on the inside of the dishes. Person in charge returned the dishes in question to the 3-compartment sink to be washed, rinsed and sanitized. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch

4-601.11(A)

Apr 28, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed a heavy accumulation of grease under the fryer, the surrounding walls and the hood vents. Discussed with person in charge to clean these areas more frequently to minimize the heavy accumulation of grease, dirt and soils. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection

6-501.12

Dec 2, 2024

Routine

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

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Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed a handwashing sink with bags of bread in it, another handwashing sink that was blocked off with rags and bottles of cleaning solution and another sink that had a large container of water sitting inside of it. Discussed with person in charge to always maintain handwashing sinks readily accessible for washing hands. PIC relocated all items blocking handwash sink at time of inspection

5-205.11

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Please ensure that a person with a certified food protection manager (CFPM) certificate is present during all hours of operation. Discussed with person in charge acquiring their CFPM. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Sep 19, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Hands not washed when required (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee handling food and then switching tasks and using a pen and paper to write some information down and switching back to handling food again without washing hands. Instructed employee to remove gloves and properly wash hands prior to going back to handling food. Discussed the importance of proper hand washing and when hand washing is required with the person-in-charge (PIC). Hands must be washed at any time contamination occurs and when changing tasks

2-301.14

Fixed equipment not properly spaced or sealed

Inspector notes: Observed hand sink adjacent to the 3-compartment sink that is separating from the wall and needs to have silicone/caulking reapplied to the sink so that it is easily cleanable, smooth and flush to the wall. All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair all equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection

4-402.11

Sep 18, 2024

Food Advisory Inspection

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Rincon Sinaloense last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Rincon Sinaloense on file is from Apr 8, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at El Rincon Sinaloense?

Across the inspection record, “equipment, food-contact surfaces, nonfood-contact surfaces” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at El Rincon Sinaloense.

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

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

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

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at El Rincon Sinaloense 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 Sinaloense means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is El Rincon Sinaloense inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, El Rincon Sinaloense is inspected around five times per year on average.

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