Importaciones Valentin
Last inspected: Mar 27, 2026
100
Score
Public records show six inspections at Importaciones Valentin stretching back to 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 27, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near one violation each time.
When inspectors have written things up, “compliance with food law” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
Compared to the broader Phoenix restaurant scene, where the average is 97, this is a stronger showing. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 27, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 10, 2025
Reinspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Food obtained from unapproved source
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed 7 packages of 500g "Inca" beef lard and 7 packages of 1kg "Inca" beef lard available for retail sale at time of inspection. Packages available with no inspection stamp. All food must be obtained from an approved source as defined by law. Items put on hold at time of inspection. "Inca" food product shall not be destroyed nor removed from the establishment. Provide receipts from product at time of re-inspection
3-201.11(A-B)
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Observed rojo mole, negro mole, coloradito mole and juquilita mola labels in Spanish. Observed powders/spices in unlabeled packaging. Lala media crema and carnation evaporated milk labels available in Spanish only. All food items available for retail sale on shelfs. All packaged food labels must include the following items: (1) the common name of the food, or absent a common name, an adequately descriptive identity statement; (2) If made from two or more ingredients, a list of ingredients and sub-ingredients in descending order of predominance by weight, including a declaration of artificial colors, artificial flavors and chemical preservatives, if contained in the food; (3) an accurate declaration of the net quantity of contents; (4) the name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor; (5) the name of the food source for each major food allergen contained in the food unless the food source is already part of the common or usual name of the respective ingredient; (6) in English
3-602.11(A)(B1-4)(B6-7)(C)(D)
82
Sep 4, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food obtained from unapproved source
Inspector notes: Observed 7 packages of 500g "Inca" beef lard and 7 packages of 1kg "Inca" beef lard available for retail sale at time of inspection. Packages available with no inspection stamp. All food must be obtained from an approved source as defined by law. Items put on hold at time of inspection. "Inca" food product shall not be destroyed nor removed from the establishment. Provide receipts from product at time of re-inspection
3-201.11(A-B)
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Observed rojo mole, negro mole, coloradito mole and juquilita mola labels in Spanish. Observed powders/spices in unlabeled packaging. Lala media crema and carnation evaporated milk labels available in Spanish only. All food items available for retail sale on shelfs. All packaged food labels must include the following items: (1) the common name of the food, or absent a common name, an adequately descriptive identity statement; (2) If made from two or more ingredients, a list of ingredients and sub-ingredients in descending order of predominance by weight, including a declaration of artificial colors, artificial flavors and chemical preservatives, if contained in the food; (3) an accurate declaration of the net quantity of contents; (4) the name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor; (5) the name of the food source for each major food allergen contained in the food unless the food source is already part of the common or usual name of the respective ingredient; (6) in English
3-602.11(A)(B1-4)(B6-7)(C)(D)
82
Apr 1, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Observed mole, many candies in isles, and snacks near cash register with manufacturing and nutrition information offered in only Spanish. All packaged food labels must include the following items: (1) the common name of the food, or absent a common name, an adequately descriptive identity statement; (2) If made from two or more ingredients, a list of ingredients and sub-ingredients in descending order of predominance by weight, including a declaration of artificial colors, artificial flavors and chemical preservatives, if contained in the food; (3) an accurate declaration of the net quantity of contents; (4) the name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor; (5) the name of the food source for each major food allergen contained in the food unless the food source is already part of the common or usual name of the respective ingredient; (6) except as exempted in the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act § 403(q)(3) -(5), nutrition labeling as specified in 21 CFR 101 -Food Labeling and 9 CFR 317 Subpart B Nutrition Labeling; and (7) for any salmonid fish containing canthaxanthin or astaxanthin as a color additive, the labeling of the bulk fish container, including a list of ingredients, displayed on the retail container or by other written means, such as a counter card, that discloses the use of canthaxanthin or astaxanthin. Label on food package shall be offered in English
3-602.11(A)(B1-4)(B6-7)(C)(D)
95
Oct 18, 2024
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Oct 9, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Food obtained from unapproved source
Inspector notes: Observed packaged wheels of cincho cheese for retail sale in retail cold-holding unit. Label on package states it is distributed by Xochipala Dolar Y Mas LLC, who does not possess a Food Processor permit and is not permitted to package food items, making the cincho cheese an item from an unapproved source. Person in charge (PIC) removed cheese from unit. Observed plastic bag packaged unlabeled Oaxaca cheese in same retail cold-holding unit. Person in charge (PIC) provided labels, stating cheese is made in Mexico, but could not provide additional documents. Discussed with PIC that documents, such as invoices, are needed to verify if cheese is from an approved source. PIC removed cheese from unit until source is verified. Re-inspection for approved source for Oaxaca cheese is scheduled for 10/18/2024
3-201.11(A-B)
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Importaciones Valentin last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Importaciones Valentin on file is from Mar 27, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Importaciones Valentin?
Across the inspection record, “compliance with food law” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Importaciones Valentin.
How does Importaciones Valentin compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?
Importaciones Valentin most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Phoenix average of 97.
Has Importaciones Valentin's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Importaciones Valentin have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Importaciones Valentin 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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