Filiberto's Mexican Food

9616 W Van Buren St, Tolleson, AZ 85353

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Feb 23, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Going back to 2024, Filiberto's Mexican Food has six inspections in the public record. On Feb 23, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

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

That's lower than the typical Tolleson restaurant, which scores around 98. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 23, 2026

Routine

1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed ice scoop and handle in contact with ice at drive-thru soda machine. Person in charge immediately relocated ice scoop into proper storage location. Discussed importance of utensil storage to prevent contamination of ready-to-eat foods. In-use utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location; in running water; or in hot water above 135°F. All in-use utensils were properly stored at time of inspection

3-304.12

Oct 28, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Ice Used as Exterior Coolant, Prohibited as Ingredient (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed a can of a beverage sitting inside of the ice machine. According to the person in charge, that ice machine is the ice that is used for consumption. The beverage was removed from the ice machine and the ice the beverage was sitting in was all scooped out and disposed of at time of inspection. Ice used as an exterior coolant may not be used as an ingredient in any food/drinks

3-303.11

Aug 21, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed an electrifying pest control device placed above the door into the walk-in cooler. Discussed with person in charge to relocate the device so that it is not above the walk-in door pathway or above other food prep areas or food storage areas. Person in charge will move the devices so they are not above these areas

6-501.111(C)

Apr 22, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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No certified food protection manager

2-102.12(A)

Nov 19, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed a fryer basket with some broken/missing wires. Once wires begin separating from the main fryer basket body the fryer basket should be replaced. Person in charge disposed of the damaged fryer basket. Discussed with person in charge to replace fryer baskets once the wires begin to separate. All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times

4-501.11

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Please ensure that a person with a certified food protection manager certificate is present during all hours of operation. Person in charge is currently working towards acquiring their CFPM. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Sep 10, 2024

Routine

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

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

Inspector notes: Observed two large plastic bins that are approximately 6 inches deep filled with Pico de Gallo salsa with internal temperature as measured using a probe thermometer of 49°-50°F. Per the person in charge, the Pico salsa had been prepared and began cooling the night before the inspection occurred. Based on the time at which the observation was made, the Pico salsa did not cool to the correct cold holding temperature of 41°F within 6 total hours. The person in charge embargoed the Pico salsa (see embargo form). TCS foods prepared from cold or ambient room temperature ingredients must be cooled from 70°F to 41°F within 4 hours. Discussed with person in charge utilizing more shallow pans, or to only fill the current pans halfway to keep the depth of the food below 4 inches

3-501.14

No certified food protection manager

2-102.12(A)

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Observed hand sink behind the front counter register that is starting to become detached from the wall. The sink should be smooth and flush to the wall and needs to be resealed. All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair all equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection

4-501.11

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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 Feb 23, 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 Tolleson?

Filiberto's Mexican Food most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is lower than the Tolleson average of 98.

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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