Federico's Mexican Food

2240 W Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85015

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Oct 20, 2025

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Federico's Mexican Food appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Oct 20, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.

“Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.

Federico's Mexican Food's latest score of 90 falls below the Phoenix average of 97. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 20, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Using Dressing Rooms and Lockers

Inspector notes: Employee items observed on shelf above tortillas next to stove. PIC stated they will relocate employee items to appropriate location separate from food items

6-501.110

Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered

Inspector notes: Observed no covered receptacle in unisex restrooms. Uni-sex and female toilet rooms requires a covered waste receptacle. Provide prior to next routine inspection

5-501.17

Jul 10, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Ready-to-eat food not date marked (corrected on site)

3-501.17

No certified food protection manager

2-102.12(A)

Improper cooling methods used

3-501.15(B)

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

4-501.11

No designated area for employee eating or drinking

6-403.11

Apr 2, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

4-501.11

No designated area for employee eating or drinking

6-403.11

Dec 11, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Observed the walk-in cooler door in disrepair with broken corners and light showing through the bottom at time of inspection. Informed the PIC to repair/replace walk-in cooler door to prevent temperature issues in the walk-in cooler at time of inspection. All equipment must be maintained in good repair and proper adjustment. Repeat violation (2nd consecutive)

4-501.11

No designated area for employee eating or drinking (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee cell phones, laptop, and water bottles on soda storage rack & on top of ice machine in the back of house at time of inspection. Person in charge (PIC) moved items to designated employee area at time of inspection. Employee items must be stored in designated areas to prevent contamination of food, equipment, and utensils

6-403.11

Aug 30, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

Inspector notes: During inspection observed unpackaged American cheese being stored directly in the freezer shelf rack. The person in charge (PIC) placed cheese on clean metal pan at the time of inspection. Reviewed proper storage of food to prevent contamination

3-305.11

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: During inspection observed the walk-in cooler door in disrepair with broken corners on the bottom. The broken areas do not appear to affect unit temperatures or loose cold air. Informed the PIC to repair/replace walk-in cooler door to prevent temperature issues in the walk-in freezer in the future

4-501.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Federico's Mexican Food last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Federico's Mexican Food on file is from Oct 20, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Federico's Mexican Food?

Across the inspection record, “good repair and proper adjustment-equipment” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Federico's Mexican Food.

How does Federico's Mexican Food compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Federico's Mexican Food most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Federico's Mexican Food's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Federico's Mexican Food have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Federico's Mexican Food 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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