Filiberto's Express

18933 E San Tan Blvd Queen, Queen Creek, AZ 85142

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Dec 3, 2025

Score

Low Risk Grade: B

Going back to 2025, Filiberto's Express has three inspections in the public record. On Dec 3, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around zero violations to closer to three violations per visit.

Restaurants in Queen Creek average 95, so Filiberto's Express trails the local norm. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 3, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Handwashing sink water not at required temperature

Inspector notes: Hot water for handwashing sinks were reaching a maximum of 75*f. PIC increased temperature on hot water heater and was able to bring temperature to 100*f at time of inspection

5-202.12(A)

Improper cooling methods used

Inspector notes: Observed pico de gallo enclosed in plastic container cooling in upright reach-in cooler. PIC removed lid at time of inspection. Discussed approved cooling methods. 3-501.15 (A) - Priority Foundation: Cooling Methods. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling. Addl Notes: Observed pinto beans with an internal temperature of 109*f cooing in deep plastic container at room temperature. PIC stated beans had been cooling for more than 1.5 hours at time of inspection

3-501.15(B)

Wiping cloths used or stored improperly

Inspector notes: Observed several wet wiping cloths stored throughout establishment. Moist cloths used for food contact surfaces must be kept in an approved sanitizing solution. Also observed 0 ppm of chlorine in sanitizer bucket. PIC drained and re-filled at time of inspection to proper sanitizer levels

3-304.14

Jun 9, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Prohibited toxic material present in facility (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed can of RAID inside the facility. Manager removed the can. Ensure that pesticides are only applied by someone with a commercial pesticide applicator license at the facility

7-202.11

Feb 19, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Filiberto's Express last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Filiberto's Express on file is from Dec 3, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Filiberto's Express compare to other restaurants in Queen Creek?

Filiberto's Express most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Queen Creek average of 95.

Has Filiberto's Express' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Filiberto's Express have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Filiberto's Express 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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