Elotes El Cata

5132 W Camelback Rd, Glendale, AZ 85301

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Jan 21, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Elotes El Cata appears in inspection records six times, starting in 2024. Elotes El Cata was last inspected on Jan 21, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near one violation each time.

The city-wide average is 97, putting Elotes El Cata squarely in typical territory. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 21, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Oct 24, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation.

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Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time

Inspector notes: Observed large pot of beef broth in the walk in refrigerator with an internal temperature of 59 degrees Fahrenheit. Per person in charge the broth was made around 12:00am, 9 hours prior to inspection. Broth did not cool to the required 41 degrees within 6 hours. Reviewed cooling process with person in charge. Broth voluntarily discarded. Correct at time of inspection

3-501.14

Aug 22, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Mar 18, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Dec 13, 2024

Routine

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

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No soap available at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed no soap at handwash sink closest to 3-compartment sink. Handwashing cleanser must be supplied at all handwash sinks at all times. PIC provided soap for 3-compartment handwash sink at time of inspection

6-301.11

Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed consome in large deep pots cooling inside walk-in cooler. Per PIC, consome was cooked two hours prior to inspection and in the middle of the cooling process. 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. consome being cooled in deep pots were transferred to shallow containers to allow for rapid cooling

3-501.15(A)

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed handwash sink with continuous drip leak from faucet handle. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Discussed solutions in fixing hand sink plumbing with PIC

5-205.15(B)

Sep 4, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Elotes El Cata last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Elotes El Cata on file is from Jan 21, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

How does Elotes El Cata compare to other restaurants in Glendale?

Elotes El Cata most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is about the same as the Glendale average of 97.

Has Elotes El Cata's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Elotes El Cata 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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