Filiberto's Mexican Food

1075 N 51st Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85043

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Mar 16, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Going back to 2024, Filiberto's Mexican Food has six inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 16, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

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

“Certified food protection manager” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

Filiberto's Mexican Food's latest score of 90 falls below the Phoenix average of 97. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 16, 2026

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Condiments, Protection

Inspector notes: Discussed with operator to ensure adequate sneeze guard over self-serve salsa bar area to prevent contamination

3-306.12

Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: Observed large gap at rear exit door. Discussed with operator to ensure door sweep is installed to prevent rodents from entering facility thru rear door

6-202.15

Nov 13, 2025

Routine

3 minor violations.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: 3rd consecutive violation. Ensure at least one person with a Certified Food Protection Manager Certificate is present during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Per operator, two door prep refrigeration unit is missing a piece to prevent cold temperature from escaping at tops of prep units. Ensure to repair/replace missing piece to help maintain adequate cold holding temperatures of 41*F or below for Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food items

4-501.11

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed missing air gap at bottom of prep-sink. Hose is sitting inside floor sink, ensure to provide 1"air gap to prevent contamination of prep-sink

5-205.15(B)

Jun 6, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Person in charge did not have a valid Certified Food Protection Manager Certificate available at time of inspection. Ensure that at least one person have a valid certification during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Mar 10, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Ensure that at least one person during all times of operation has a valid Certified Food Protection Manager

2-102.12(A)

Nov 19, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Aug 26, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 4 corrected on site.

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Hands not washed when required (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed cook staff handle cell phone, change gloves with out washing hands. Hands are to be washed when staff change tasks or handle non food contact surfaces. Discussed the importance of proper hand washing and when hand washing is required with the person-in-charge (PIC). Hands must be washed at any time contamination occurs and when changing tasks

2-301.14

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed sanitizer bucket and spray bottle stored within the hand sink. PIC relocated all items blocking handwash sink at time of inspection. Reminded staff that handsink must always be accessible

5-205.11

Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed walk in cooler with an ambient temperature of 50*F. Observed 5 gallon containers with product cooling beneath the condenser and fans of walk in cooler. Once removed cooler began dropping in temperature. Advised person in charge not cool containers of food beneath fans in walk in cooler

4-301.11

Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed single use twist off cap water bottles within the kitchen. Employee drinks must be stored in an assigned break area. Drinks were removed from kitchen area

2-401.11

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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 Mar 16, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

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

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited three 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 90 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.

How often is Filiberto's Mexican Food inspected?

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

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