Federico's Mexican Food

10802 N 32nd St, Phoenix, AZ 85028

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Mar 24, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

The health department has logged seven inspections at Federico's Mexican Food, the earliest from 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 24, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around one violation each.

“Certified food protection manager” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

Compared to the broader Phoenix restaurant scene, where the average is 97, this is a stronger showing. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 24, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Nov 10, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Wiping cloths used or stored improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed wet wiping cloth on countertops on cook line, to go area, and back prep area. All wet wiping cloths must be stored in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations. Wiping cloths were placed in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations at time of inspection

3-304.14

Jul 3, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Apr 21, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Sep 9, 2024

Reinspection

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

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Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed cut shredded lettuce in two large white container with lid on top. One had internal temperature of 44*F. The other 53*F. Notified employee. Per employee the cut lettuce was prepared yesterday. Ambient temperature of the unit is at42.8*F-45*F. Employee confirmed internal temperatures. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). PIC had employee discard improperly cooled cut shredded lettuce

3-501.14

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: At time of inspection no CFPM was onsite during open hours of operation. A CFPM is needed with certificate at time of inspection and should be available during all hours of operation. ====Correct prior to next routine inspection. 3rd Consecutive Violation

2-102.12(A)

Sep 6, 2024

Routine

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

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Plumbing system not approved or fixtures not cleanable

Inspector notes: Previously discussed multipole times with management team in installing appropriate backflow devices for carbonated Pepsi soda fountains and mop sink faucet with hose attached with no AVB. Notified employees and Person In Charge (PIC). At time of inspection backflow devices have yet to be installed. =====Referring to design, construction, and installation, a plumbing system shall be designed, constructed, and installed according to law

5-202.11(A)

Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time (corrected on site)

3-501.14

No certified food protection manager

2-102.12(A)

Jul 5, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Core-2-102.12(A), C: Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM). At time of inspection no CFPM was onsite during open hours of operation. A CFPM is needed with certificate at time of inspection and should be available during all hours of operation. ====Correct prior to next routine inspection. 2nd Consecutive Violation

2-102.12(A)

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed exposed wood throughout the establishment kitchen areas: front counter tops; side front entryway; back wall entryway to back of house. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). There are cracks, gaps, or holes in the floor, which make it difficult to clean. Walls, ceilings, attached equipment in disrepair. 3rd Consecutive Violation

6-501.11

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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 Mar 24, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

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

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited three 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 100 out of 100, which is higher 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 one violation 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.

How often is Federico's Mexican Food inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Federico's Mexican Food is inspected around four times per year on average.

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