Garcia's Mexican Restaurant

5695 W Bell Rd, Glendale, AZ 85308

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Apr 3, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

The health department has logged six inspections at Garcia's Mexican Restaurant, the earliest from 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 3, 2026. 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 one violation each.

Garcia's Mexican Restaurant's latest score of 90 falls below the Glendale average of 97. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

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Inspection History

Apr 3, 2026

Routine

2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed a dead Cockroach in a sticky trap located in the employee restroom back of house. PIC was made aware and removed the trap with the dead roach inside and properly disposed of it at time of inspection. Verified with PIC that a licensed pest control company comes out to spray

6-501.112

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

Inspector notes: Observed three metal tongs being set on the top of the stainless steel square metal containers in-between uses. In-use utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location; in running water; or in hot water above 135°F. If utensils are stored in food, the handles must be stored above the surface of the food. PIC stated that they will use a stainless steel square metal container in one of the steamers for storing in use utensils. All in-use utensils were properly went to the mechanical warewashing station to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized at time of inspection

3-304.12

Nov 7, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jul 1, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Mar 11, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed blackish grey matter built up on the walk in fan grates. Alerted staff who plan to deep clean them tonight. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection

6-501.12

Nov 27, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jul 31, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Equipment material allows contamination or unsafe migration

Inspector notes: Observed several cracked and chipped plastic buckets and lids in the establishment. Establishment to replace chipped and broken dishware before the next routine inspection. Discussed the importance of keeping food contact surfaces in good repair to reduce the chance of physical contamination

4-101.11(B-E)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Garcia's Mexican Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Garcia's Mexican Restaurant on file is from Apr 3, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

How does Garcia's Mexican Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Glendale?

Garcia's Mexican Restaurant most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Glendale average of 97.

Has Garcia's Mexican Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Garcia's Mexican Restaurant have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Garcia's Mexican Restaurant 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 Garcia's Mexican Restaurant inspected?

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

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