La Carreta De Lily Elotes Y Raspados

9616 W Van Buren St, Tolleson, AZ 85353
Mexican / Latin
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Feb 23, 2026
78
Score
Low Risk Grade: B

Inspectors have visited La Carreta De Lily Elotes Y Raspados five times, with records going back to 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 23, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

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

“Certified food protection manager” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.

Restaurants in Tolleson average 98, so La Carreta De Lily Elotes Y Raspados trails the local norm. The record reflects steady performance over time.

5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 23, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed deceased fruit fly in mango container filled with water. Person in charge immediately discarded container from the cold-holding unit. All food must be in good condition, safe, and unadulterated. All adulterated food was discarded at time of inspection
3-101.11
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed deceased fruit fly floating in water of sliced mango bin inside cold-holding unit. Person in charge discarded mango container immediately. Reviewed pest control with PIC. Observed no other pests at time of inspection. Establishment must be maintained free of pests and all pest control measures must be conducted by a licensed pest control specialist
6-501.111(C)
78
Sep 30, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Prohibited toxic material present in facility (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a can of pesticide spray stored under a prep table in the back kitchen area. Person in charge removed the can of pesticide from the premises. 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
7-202.11
Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a couple of dishes that were stored as clean at the clean dishes rack according to the person in charge. Upon separation, bits of food debris and other food residues were observed to be stuck on the inside of the containers. The containers in question were moved to the sink to be washed, rinsed and sanitized at time of inspection. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch
4-601.11(A)
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Please ensure that there is at least one person present during all hours of operation with a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) certificate. Person in charge is currently working towards acquiring their CFPM. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
78
May 8, 2025
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Please ensure that there is at least one person present during all hours of operation with a Certified Food Protection Manager certificate (CFPM). Discussed with person in charge to acquire their CFPM. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
95
Apr 30, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
Inspector notes: Please refer to violation #22. Main refrigerator not cold holding at 41°F. It was observed to have thick ice buildup all around the fans and the fans were observed to be frozen in place. Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. Must repair cold holding equipment such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below. A re-inspection will occur within 10 days or no later than May 8th, 2025
4-301.11
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several spoons stored in room temperature water. Discussed with person in charge that if the intent is to store utensils in water, the water must either be continuously running or it must have a temperature of at least 135°F or above. Person in charge removed the utensils from the water and stored them in a dry location. In-use utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location; in running water; or in hot water above 135°F. If utensils are stored in food, the handles must be stored above the surface of the food. All in-use utensils were properly stored at time of inspection
3-304.12
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Please ensure that there is at least one person present during all hours of operation with a Certified Food Protection Manager certificate (CFPM). Discussed with person in charge to acquire their CFPM. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
82
Sep 10, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Observed a large accumulation of ice build-up and dripping water on the inside of the reach-in refrigerator unit by the fans. This may be an indication that the defrost cycle is not operating correctly. Recommend reaching out to a service technician to check the unit. TCS foods in the unit such as sliced mango and cooked corn had internal temperature of 41° F. All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair all equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection
4-501.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Please ensure that a person with a certified food protection manager certificate is present during all hours of operation. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Carreta De Lily Elotes Y Raspados last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Carreta De Lily Elotes Y Raspados on file is from Feb 23, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at La Carreta De Lily Elotes Y Raspados?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at La Carreta De Lily Elotes Y Raspados.

How does La Carreta De Lily Elotes Y Raspados compare to other restaurants in Tolleson?

La Carreta De Lily Elotes Y Raspados most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Tolleson average of 98.

Has La Carreta De Lily Elotes Y Raspados' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Carreta De Lily Elotes Y Raspados have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at La Carreta De Lily Elotes Y Raspados means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.