Filiberto's Mexican Food
Last inspected: Dec 15, 2025
78
Score
Public records show six inspections at Filiberto's Mexican Food stretching back to 2024. The most recent visit was on Dec 15, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.
“Time/temperature control for safety food, hot holding” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
The city-wide average sits at 97, which Filiberto's Mexican Food's 78 doesn't quite reach. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 15, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 corrected on site.
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Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cooked taco rolls stored on food prep bench with internal temperature of 99*F, Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 135°F or above. Manager stated the taco rolls were prepared less than 1 hour prior to inspection. Discussed proper hot holding methods and introduced time as control with manager. Manager moved the cooked taco rolls to freezer for fast cooling at time of inspection
3-501.16(A)(1)
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no paper tower at then hand washing sink close to 3-compartment sink and the hand washing sink close to service window. Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. Manager restocked the paper towel at time of inspection
6-301.12
78
May 9, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Observed the gaskets falling off the doors of the prep cooler in the kitchen. Observed the sprayer nozzle of the dishwashing sink running without stopping when the water on the sink is turned on. All equipment is required to be kept in good repair. Please have these items repaired
4-501.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: At time of inspection no certified food manager was present on the premises. Please have a CFPM on the premises for the next routine inspection
2-102.12(A)
90
Feb 5, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 corrected on site.
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Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed chicken at 100-135F inside the hot holding well. The food at the bottom was 135F, but the top few inches was at 100F. Facility overstocked the product in the hot hold machine. Manager said it had been there for 30 min. Facility reheated product to 165F on the stove. Ensure it maintains 135F throughout the entire food. Talked to manager about using half as much product to keep at the right temperature
3-501.16(A)(1)
Time used as public health control not properly documented
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cooked meat taquitos sitting out at room temperature. Manager said this is their pracitce and its out for 20 minutes so far, no time stamp on the product. Talked to manager about time control. Ensure a written plan is in place for that food, and each batch labeled to ensure it doesn't sit out for more than 4 hours before discard time
3-501.19(A1,B2,C2-3)
Working containers of toxic materials not identified
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several toxic spray bottles without a label. Manager labels the cleaners. Ensure that all spray bottle with chemicals are labeled to reduce their misuse
7-102.11
70
Oct 25, 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 hand soap at handwash sink by kitchen entrance door. Person in charge replaced soap dispenser with soap. Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing
6-301.11
Time used as public health control not properly documented
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cooked rolled chicken and beef taquitos by cold holding table at 88*F. Person in charge (PIC) stated that they use 4 hour max time as a public health control until taquitos are fried to order. PIC stated taquitos were cooked about an hour ago, but did not write down the time they were placed in time as a control. Time as a Public Health Control requires written procedures detailing process for Time as a Public Health Control and time-stamping for items actively held under Time as a Public Health Control. Taquitos were properly time stamped at time of inspection
3-501.19(A1,B2,C2-3)
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no certified food protection manager at establishment during hours of operation. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
78
Oct 16, 2024
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Aug 20, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed broken paper towels dispenser at hand sink by door to the dining room. Had paper towels added to the side. Ensure there is working dispenser for paper towels so they can be accessbile at all times
6-301.12
Working containers of toxic materials not identified
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed bottle of yellow toxic cotents in a spray bottle with no label. Manager added the sanitizer label to the bottle. Ensure that each cleaning product is labeled to reduce their misuse
7-102.11
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: Observed the side door going to outside doesn't fully close and catches on the door frame, leading to large amounts of hot air from outside getting in. Ensure that gap is filled to avoid pests from entering the faiclity as well
6-202.15
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Filiberto's Mexican Food last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Filiberto's Mexican Food on file is from Dec 15, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Filiberto's Mexican Food?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food, hot holding” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Filiberto's Mexican Food.
How does Filiberto's Mexican Food compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?
Filiberto's Mexican Food most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.
Has Filiberto's Mexican Food's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Filiberto's Mexican Food have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Filiberto'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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