Hot Tacos

1640 S 7th St, Phoenix, AZ 85034
Mexican / Latin
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Mar 5, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk

Public records currently show only two inspections for Hot Tacos. The most recent report on file is from Mar 5, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events”, which has been cited two times.

By comparison, the average Phoenix facility scores 97, putting Hot Tacos on the weaker side. The record reflects steady performance over time.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 5, 2026
Reinspection
2 major violations. 2 corrected on site.
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No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: At time of inspection reviewed vomiting clean up procedures with Person In Charge (PIC). At time of inspection no written policy or procedure for vomit and fecal matter clean ups could be provided. ==== Provided vomit clean up guide via email to establishment
2-501.11
Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed clean salsa pump and cheese pump with visible brown organic matter on both interior food contact metal parts. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). PIC observed brown organic matter and directed employee to re-wash, rinse, and sanitize. ===Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch
4-601.11(A)
82
Feb 18, 2026
Routine
3 major violations. 2 corrected on site.
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No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: At time of inspection reviewed vomiting clean up procedures with Person In Charge (PIC). At time of inspection no written policy or procedure for vomit and fecal matter clean ups could be provided. ==== Provided vomit clean up guide via email to establishment
2-501.11
Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed clean salsa pump and cheese pump with visible brown organic matter on both interior food contact metal parts. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). PIC observed brown organic matter and directed employee to re-wash, rinse, and sanitize. ===Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch
4-601.11(A)
Scheduling Inspection and Service for a Water System Device
Inspector notes: On previous OC inspection inspector notified Person In Charge (PIC) to have rpz backflow tested. During inspection establishment could not provide results of test. Notified PIC. ====Establishment does not have records indicating inspection or service on water treatment devices or backflow preventers
5-205.13
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hot Tacos last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hot Tacos on file is from Mar 5, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Hot Tacos?

Across the inspection record, “clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Hot Tacos.

How does Hot Tacos compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Hot Tacos most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Hot Tacos' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Hot Tacos have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Hot Tacos means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.