La Carreta De Lily

7611 W Thomas Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85033

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Feb 2, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Going back to 2024, La Carreta De Lily has four inspections in the public record. On Feb 2, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around one violation to closer to three violations.

Compared to other Phoenix restaurants (averaging 97), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Feb 2, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 3 corrected on site.

View 3 violations

Hands not washed when required (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee handling cash register and drinking personal beverages and then preparing food without washing hands first. Discussed the importance of proper hand washing and when hand washing is required with the person-in-charge (PIC). Hands must be washed at any time contamination occurs and when changing tasks. Employee properly washed hands at handwash sink at time of inspection

2-301.14

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed a handwashing sink that was completely blocked off with bags and large boxes. Person in charge cleared the obstructions from the handwashing sink. Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing

5-205.11

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed some ice cream scoops stored in a container of tepid water. 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

Jul 29, 2025

Routine

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

View 2 violations

Sanitizer test kit not available (corrected on site)

4-302.14

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

6-501.12

Mar 18, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Oct 18, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

No certified food protection manager

2-102.12(A)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Carreta De Lily last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Carreta De Lily on file is from Feb 2, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does La Carreta De Lily compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

La Carreta De Lily most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has La Carreta De Lily's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at La Carreta De Lily have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at La Carreta De Lily means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

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