Hacienda Del Rey

12917 W Las Cruces Dr Litchfield, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Mar 3, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Across the available record, Hacienda Del Rey has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The most recent report on file is from Mar 3, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near zero violations each time.

By comparison, the average Litchfield Park facility scores 98, putting Hacienda Del Rey on the weaker side. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 3, 2026

Routine

2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: -- In walk-in refrigerator, observed unopened package of cooked deli ham being stored on same sheet rack of unopened package of raw pork. No visible contamination observed. Reviewed approved food storage with the person in charge. All raw animal proteins must be stored below ready-to-eat (RTE) foods and stored according to cooking temperature at all times to prevent cross contamination. PIC properly stored all raw animal proteins according to the final cooking temperature based on the cooking parameters in § 3-401.11 of the Food Code

3-302.11(A3-8)

Employee wearing prohibited jewelry while handling food (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: -- Employee observed with jewelry on wrists while working with exposed food. Reviewed MCESD requirements with the person in charge: Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band, while preparing food, food employees may not wear jewelry on their arms and hands. Requested jewelry be removed or restrained by glove at the time of inspection

2-303.11

Nov 18, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Aug 28, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

May 28, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Mar 6, 2025

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Mar 3, 2025

Routine

1 major violation.

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Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: Live insects observed in small crevice near coved base by the ice machine. Please have pest control administered prior to re-inspection within 10 days

6-501.111(C)

Oct 31, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hacienda Del Rey last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hacienda Del Rey on file is from Mar 3, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

How does Hacienda Del Rey compare to other restaurants in Litchfield Park?

Hacienda Del Rey most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Litchfield Park average of 98.

Has Hacienda Del Rey's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Hacienda Del Rey have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Hacienda Del Rey 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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