Huarachis Taqueria

814 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Feb 10, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Huarachis Taqueria has four inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 10, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

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

When inspectors have written things up, “certified food protection manager” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

That's lower than the typical Phoenix restaurant, which scores around 97. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 10, 2026

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 2 violations

Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed cooked salsa cooling in deep container. PIC relocated into shallow pan to rapidly cool. TCS foods must be cooled in: uncovered/loosely covered, shallow containers less than 4 inches deep, in equipment designed to rapidly cool, by using an ice bath, by using ice as an ingredient, or another effective means

3-501.15(A)

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: No Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) observed at time of inspection. CFPM is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Oct 29, 2025

Routine

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

View 4 violations

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

Inspector notes: Observed a bottle stored in ice bin used for customer drinks at the bar area used at the time of inspection. Containers storing bottles inside the ice bin were observed to be wired and in contact with the ice. Also observed a bottle stored in the ice machine in the bar area. PIC was informed that ice used as an exterior coolant may not be used as an ingredient in any food/drinks and to obtain solid surface containers. Bottles were removed by PIC from the ice

3-303.11

Time used as public health control not properly documented (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed multiple containers of dairy butter placed on counter at room temperature at 68'F near the prep cooler closest to the bar. Dairy butter containers had appropriate time stamps but establishment did not have proper documentation for TPHC. A policy was created for item using TPHC with PIC. Time as a Public Health Control requires written procedures detailing process for Time as a Public Health Control and time-stamping for items actively held under Time as a Public Health Control

3-501.19(A1,B2,C2-3)

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Observed no CFPM at the time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Equipment material allows contamination or unsafe migration

Inspector notes: Observed a molcajete (mortar pestle made from volcanic stone) stored in establishment at the time of inspection. All food-contact surfaces must be smooth, non-absorbent, and easily cleanable. Informed PIC to obtain a ceramic mortar and pestle

4-101.11(B-E)

Jan 30, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jul 30, 2024

Routine

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

View 2 violations

Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed opened tomato cocktail (Michelada mix) having date marking of (7/1). RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1). All RTE/TCS foods past 7 days of preparation were discarded by PIC at the time of inspection

3-501.18

Unnecessary items or litter present on premises

Inspector notes: Observed a grill outside of the establishment. Person in charge states they do not use it for the restaurant. Discussed with person in charge how outdoor cooking would require an approval from the county. Please remove any unused/broken equipment from the establishment to prevent harboring pest

6-501.114

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Huarachis Taqueria last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Huarachis Taqueria on file is from Feb 10, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Huarachis Taqueria?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Huarachis Taqueria.

How does Huarachis Taqueria compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Huarachis Taqueria most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Huarachis Taqueria's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Huarachis Taqueria 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 Huarachis Taqueria inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Huarachis Taqueria is inspected around three times per year on average.

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