La Casa De Juana
Last inspected: Apr 20, 2026
86
Score
La Casa De Juana appears in inspection records six times, starting in 2024. The most recent visit was on Apr 20, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near three violations per visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “single-service and single-use articles-use limitations”, showing up four times.
La Casa De Juana's latest score of 86 falls below the Tempe average of 95. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
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Critical latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 20, 2026
Routine
3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed manufactured sealed ROP fish and chorizo being stored over potatoes and sour cream in the walk in cooler. No contamination was observed at the time of inspection. 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(A3-8)
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the tongs used for handling raw beef being stored in the container with its handle in contact with the raw beef. 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
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed the prep sink being detached from the wall. Pleaser caulk the prep sink back to the wall. Physical facility must be maintained in good repair at all times
6-501.11
86
Nov 14, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFM) present at time of inspection. A CFM is required at all times of operation. Please obtain CFM prior to next routine inspection
2-102.12(A)
95
Jul 23, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed in walk-in a container of albondigas (meatballs) at a temperature of 110*F in a container that is more than 4 inches deep. Per PIC the albondigas was cooked and placed in the walk-in approximately 1 hour prior to inspection. Discussed with PIC 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. PIC took the food being cooled in a deep container and transferred to shallow containers to allow for rapid cooling
3-501.15(A)
Single-use articles reused
Inspector notes: Observed multiple large single use sour cream containers and peeled garlic containers used for potatoes, onions, sauces, dried goods and salsas. Per PIC the large single use sour cream and garlic containers are washed and reused. Discussed with PIC the single use containers are not designed to be cleaned and reused and cannot guarantee contamination will not occur. Discussed to discontinue use of the single use containers for foods and to replace is food safe reusable containers
4-502.13(A)
86
Apr 15, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed two large sour cream buckets filled with onions stored directly on the ground in the walk-in. Discussed with Person in Charge (PIC) Food must be stored at least 6 inches off the ground at all times to prevent contamination from the premises. PIC relocated the onions and properly stored 6 inches above the ground
3-305.11
Single-use articles reused
Inspector notes: Observed multiple large single use sour cream containers and peeled garlic containers used for potatoes, onions, sauces and salsas. Per PIC the large single use sour cream and garlic containers are washed and reused. Discussed with PIC the single use containers are not designed to be cleaned and reused and cannot guarantee contamination will not occur. Discussed to discontinue use of the single use containers for foods and to replace is food safe reusable containers
4-502.13(A)
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFM) present at time of inspection. A CFM is required at all times of operation. Please obtain CFM prior to next routine inspection
2-102.12(A)
86
Dec 12, 2024
Routine
3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed two large sour cream buckets filled with prepped onion stored directly on the ground in the walk-in. Discussed with Person in Charge (PIC) Food must be stored at least 6 inches off the ground at all times to prevent contamination from the premises. PIC relocated the onions and properly stored 6 inches above the ground
3-305.11
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed in the back of the restaurant dry rice stored with the scoop and handle touching the food. Also observed in the dry beans container to have a bowl stored as the scoop in the food. Discussed with PIC 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 with the handle upright. All in-use utensils were properly stored at time of inspection
3-304.12
Single-use articles reused
Inspector notes: Observed multiple large single use sour cream containers used for prepped onions and salsas. Per PIC the large single use sour cream garlic containers are washed and reused. Discussed with PIC the single use containers are not designed to be cleaned and reused and cannot guarantee contamination will not occur. Discussed to discontinue use of the single use containers for foods and to replace is food safe reusable containers
4-502.13(A)
86
Aug 9, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: >>>Observed yellow/ orange grease buildup inside and outside of the large tortilla chip containers. Discussed with PIC all food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch
4-601.11(A)
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: >>>Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFM) present at time of inspection. A CFM is required at all times of operation. Please obtain CFM prior to next routine inspection
2-102.12(A)
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: >>>Observed in the bar the ice scoop being stored on the top of the ice with the handle touching the ice. Discussed with Person in Charge (PIC) that 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. PIC took scoop out of the ice at the time of inspection
3-304.12
Single-use articles reused
Inspector notes: >>>Observed multiple large garlic containers used throughout the facility filled with different meats, fruits and sauces. Per PIC the garlic containers are washed and reused. Discussed with PIC the single use containers are not designed to be cleaned and reused and cannot guarantee contamination will not occur. Discussed to stop reuse of these containers. Per PIC the pans will be switched out to hotel pans
4-502.13(A)
Plumbing system not approved or fixtures not cleanable
Inspector notes: >>>Observed faucet at the hand wash sink in the kitchen next to the dishwasher, pitted with a white dry buildup rendering the faucet to not be smooth and easily cleanable. Discussed with PIC to repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. Faucets shall have a smooth cleanable surface
5-202.11(B)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was La Casa De Juana last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at La Casa De Juana on file is from Apr 20, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at La Casa De Juana?
Across the inspection record, “single-service and single-use articles-use limitations” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at La Casa De Juana.
How does La Casa De Juana compare to other restaurants in Tempe?
La Casa De Juana most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Tempe average of 95.
Has La Casa De Juana's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Casa De Juana have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at La Casa De Juana 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 La Casa De Juana inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, La Casa De Juana is inspected around four times per year on average.
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