Estrella De Vida
Last inspected: Mar 11, 2026
100
Score
Across the available record, Estrella De Vida has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 11, 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.
“Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Phoenix restaurant scores 97. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Mar 11, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Nov 12, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed
Inspector notes: During inspection observed a small crack above the door frame in the back door. The ceiling near a ice machine also contains small cracks near the plumbing area. Per the person in charge the specified areas will be covered, and sealed. Please ensure that all floors, walls, and ceilings are designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable
6-201.13
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: During the inspection observed that the door sweep for the back door was missing. The person in charge stated that a door sweep will be provided for the specified door. Please ensure that all outer openings are protected at all times
6-202.15
90
Sep 23, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Sep 17, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: During inspection observed a gray water leak in the plumbing of the 3-compartment sink. Informed the person in charge to ensure the leak in the plumbing system is repaired. Please ensure the plumbing system is maintained in good repair. A re-inspection will occur in 3 days
5-205.15(A)
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: During inspection observed the facility using QUAT sanitizer, without having QUAT test strips available onsite. Please ensure to obtain the appropiate measuring devices for the chemical sanitizers used
4-302.14
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: During inspection observed a small leak in a water line that fed into a detergent dispenser located above the basin of a 3-compartment sink and a small leak in the cold water faucet of the food prep sink. The person in charge will place a work order to repair the leak. Ensure to maintain equipment in good repair at all times
4-501.11
74
Jun 19, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: During the inspection observed an employee actively washing utensils with 0ppm of chlorine sanitizer in the mechanical warewasher. Upon request the utensils were rewashed and resanitized once the machine was serviced and a chlorine concentration of 100 ppm was established. Please ensure ware washing is conducted with sanitizer at the appropriate chemical concentration
4-501.114(A-E)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: During inspection observed a small leak in a water line that fed into a detergent dispenser located above the basin of a 3-compartment sink. Person in charge will place a work order to repair the leak. Ensure to maintain equipment in good repair at all times
4-501.11
82
Mar 4, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: During inspection, observed cooked vegetable mix with a prep date of 2-26-25 & cooked chicken with a prep date of 2-25-25 in the reach-in-refrigerator. The person in charge voluntarily discarded the item since both items exceeded the 7 day shelf-life (prep date+ 6 days). Please ensure that TCS foods requiring date marking are marked within 24 hours and are used or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1)
3-501.18
86
Nov 19, 2024
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Nov 13, 2024
Routine
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- On-site Generation
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: During the inspection observed an employee actively washing utensils, and containers with the Chlorine Sanitizer at 200ppm, in the sanitizer basin. Upon request the utensils, and containers were rewashed, rinsed and sanitized once a chlorine concentration of 100ppm was established. Please ensure ware washing is conducted with sanitizer at the appropriate chemical concentration
4-501.114(F1-2)
Food on display not protected from contamination
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: During inspection observed two containers holding sour cream in the dining area for self-service without covers or lids. Requested the person in charge to relocate the sour cream containers to the kitchen area where the food service would be proctored/handled by kitchen staff. Please ensure food intended for self-service is stored and displayed in a manner that prevents contamination
3-306.11
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: During inspection observed a leak in the plumbing of the 3-compartment sink. Informed the person in charge to ensure the leak in the plumbing system is repaired. Please ensure the plumbing system is maintained in good repair. A re-inspection will occur in 3 days
5-205.15(A)
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: During inspection observed a ziploc bag holding cooked hamburger patties dated 10-11-24, the inspection occurred on 11-13-24. Per the person in charge the items were improperly labeled by a staff member & were made two days prior to the inspection.The date was revised to 11-11-24 by the person in charge. Please ensure to properly date mark TCS items held longer than 24 hours, to ensure they do not exceed a 7 day shelf-life (prep date + 6 days)
3-501.17
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: During inspection observed the cold water faucet of the food prep sink and the cold water faucet of the rinse sink (3-compartment sink) to leak when used.Discussed with the person in charge to repair the specified leaks. Please ensure to maintain equipment in good repair at all times
4-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: During inspection observed build of debris around the walls, floor drains, & floors located near the food prep sink and 3-compartment sink. Per the person in charge the build debris will be cleaned. Please ensure to maintain floor, walls, and ceilings clean at all times
6-501.12
52
Aug 22, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: During the inspection in the reach-in refrigerator observed an enclosed container with raw shell eggs stored in a rack above a sealed bag of pre-cooked chicken and a sealed bag of vegetable mix. Upon request, the enclosed container with raw shell eggs was placed in a rack below the sealed bag of pre-cooked chicken and sealed bag of vegetable mix. Please ensure to follow proper food separation at all times
3-302.11(A3-8)
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No certified food manager onsite or available for establishment at time of inspection. Please ensure to have a certified food manager onsite at all times
2-102.12(A)
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Estrella De Vida last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Estrella De Vida on file is from Mar 11, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Estrella De Vida?
Across the inspection record, “good repair and proper adjustment-equipment” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Estrella De Vida.
How does Estrella De Vida compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?
Estrella De Vida most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Phoenix average of 97.
Has Estrella De Vida's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Estrella De Vida have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Estrella De Vida 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 Estrella De Vida inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Estrella De Vida is inspected around six times per year on average.
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