Julioberto's Mexican Food

1832 W Thunderbird Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85023
Mexican / Latin
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Jan 30, 2026
74
Score
Medium Risk

Going back to 2024, Julioberto's Mexican Food has seven inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Jan 30, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.

“Surface characteristics-indoor areas” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

That's lower than the typical Phoenix restaurant, which scores around 97. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
1
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 30, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed ready to eat TCS foods with date marking past 7 days stored in the walk-in cooler. TCS foods included cooked shredded beef dated 1/20, cooked fish dated 1/21, sliced/diced ham dated 1/20, and diced pork sausage dated 1/21
3-501.18
Handwashing sink water not at required temperature
Inspector notes: Observed no hot water supply at the handwash sink by the cook line
5-202.12(A)
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed ice scoop stored in ice bin with the handle of the ice bin in direct contact with ice used for consumption
3-304.12
74
Oct 15, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- On-site Generation (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed three compartment sink with less than 50ppm chlorine sanitizer. Observed utensils/pots/pans in the three compartment sink
4-501.114(F1-2)
No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events
Inspector notes: Observed no bodily fluid clean up kit or written procedures for cleaning bodily fluids
2-501.11
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels at the hand wash sink by the cook line
6-301.12
Working containers of toxic materials not identified (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed translucent platic spray bottles with yellow/green and blue colored liquid and no label to indicate chemical contents. Working containers used for storing poisonous or toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies shall be clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material. The person in charge labeled the spray bottles at the time of inspection
7-102.11
64
Aug 14, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Mar 31, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed rolled beef taquitos outside of the hot box at 95*f degrees. PIC stated food had been out for about 4 hours. Discarded
3-501.16(A)(1)
No certified food protection manager (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: None on site at time of inspection
2-102.12(A)
82
Dec 10, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw chicken stored over pooled eggs and raw comminuted beef stored raw shelled eggs in walk in cooler. Person in charge re-organized foods based on cooking temperatures. 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(A1-2)
Ready-to-eat food not date marked (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Multiple packaged flans made onsite found without datemarks in front cashier fridge. Per person in charge flans were prepared 2 days prior and properly datemarked items. All RTE/TCS foods were properly date marked at the time of inspection. 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)
3-501.17
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: 3rd repeat violation. Tiles missing on wall behind 3-compartment sink exposing inside of wall, underneath soda station in drive thru area, and in back door area. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Correct prior to next routine inspection
6-101.11
74
Oct 15, 2024
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Small leak coming from plumbing underneath 3-compartment sink. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. Correct prior to next routine inspection
5-205.15(B)
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: 2nd repeat violation. Tiles missing on wall behind 3-compartment sink exposing inside of wall. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Correct prior to next routine inspection
6-101.11
90
Oct 1, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Handwashing sink water not at required temperature
Inspector notes: Handwashing sinks in kitchen area by drive thru and by ice machine found with cold water valve not working making it inoperable due to too hot water coming out. Establishment will use back handwashing sink until corrected. A handwashing sink must be equipped to provide water at a temperature of at least 100 deg F through a mixing valve or combination faucet. Correct prior to re-inspection
5-202.12(A)
Toxic materials not used according to law or manufacturer instructions (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed ortho flying insect killer stored underneath agua fresca area. All pest control for the establishment must be performed by a certified pest control specialist and chemicals for pest control must not be stored onsite. PIC removed pest control chemicals from premises at time of inspection. Corrected at time of inspection
7-202.12(C)
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Person in charge could not provide certificate for certified food manager certification at time of inspection. The person in charge must be a certified food protection manager who has shown proficiency of required information through passing a test that is part of an accredited program
2-102.12(A)
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Small leak coming from plumbing underneath 3-compartment sink. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. Correct prior to next routine inspection
5-205.15(B)
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: 2nd repeat violation. Tiles missing on wall behind 3-compartment sink exposing inside of wall. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Correct prior to next routine inspection
6-101.11
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Julioberto's Mexican Food last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Julioberto's Mexican Food on file is from Jan 30, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Julioberto's Mexican Food?

Across the inspection record, “surface characteristics-indoor areas” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Julioberto's Mexican Food.

How does Julioberto's Mexican Food compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Julioberto's Mexican Food most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Julioberto's Mexican Food's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Julioberto's Mexican Food have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Julioberto's Mexican Food means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.