Los Favoritos Taco Shop

9124 E Main St, Mesa, AZ 85207

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Feb 4, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Los Favoritos Taco Shop appears in inspection records seven times, starting in 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 4, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

Across the inspection history, “wiping cloths, use limitation” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Mesa restaurants. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 4, 2026

Routine

1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: Observed styrofoam cups with no handles being used as scoops for food, and knife stored between table and wall. All scoops must have a handle, and handle must be kept out of the food to prevent contamination. All knives must be stored on surfaces that are cleaned and sanitized regularly. Cups were replaced and knife was removed at time of inspection

3-304.12

Oct 10, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Improper cooling methods used

Inspector notes: Observed container of shredded cheese cooling in reach-in cooler covered with lid. PIC removed lid to allow proper air flow to properly cool. Discussed approved cooling methods. 3-501.15 (A) - Priority Foundation: Cooling Methods. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling. Addl Notes: Observed deep container of pinto beans cooling in walk-in cooler

3-501.15(B)

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

Inspector notes: Observed plastic containers of raw beef stored directly above plastic containers of pico de gallo. PIC, rearranged items at time of inspection

3-302.11(A3-8)

Jul 23, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Mar 27, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

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Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

Inspector notes: Observed raw shelled eggs stored above cooked ham and vegetables in walk-in cooler. Also observed frozen raw chicken, ground beef, and pork thawing in same container in prep sink. In prep cooler, raw chicken, chorizo were stored above chiles rellenos. 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. PIC rearranged all items at time of inspection to prevent any cross contamination

3-302.11(A1-2)

Improper cooling methods used

Inspector notes: Observed refried beans cooling in metal containers more than 4 inches high in walk-in cooler. Beans had internal temperature of 78*f at time of inspection and discussed proper cooling methods to ensure proper temperature is reached.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. All TCS foods being cooled in deep containers were transferred to shallow containers to allow for rapid cooling

3-501.15(A)

Nov 18, 2024

Routine

3 minor violations.

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Food storage containers not labeled with contents

Inspector notes: Observed powders placed in unmarked containers, notified manager. per manager identified as salt, sugar, flour. manager labeled containers during inspection. corrected

3-302.12

Wiping cloths used or stored improperly

Inspector notes: Observed wet wiping cloth in the front service area, as well as the back food prep. area, informed manager, all removed, chlorine at 50 ppm established for the wiping towels. corrected

3-304.14

No designated area for employee eating or drinking

Inspector notes: Observed employee beverages on the back food prep stations, open drinks were on the food prep. discussed with manager. manager removed open drinks. lids and straws provided. 6-202.11 - Core: Light Bulbs, Protective Shielding Addl Notes: observed light fixtures, in the back food prep. covers removed. show manager. please re-install

6-403.11

Aug 21, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Wiping cloths used or stored improperly

Inspector notes: Observed 0 PPM of chlorine in sanitizer bucket. PIC, drained and re-filled at time of inspection. Please check sanitizer levels regularly to ensure they are within range

3-304.14

Jul 30, 2024

Food Advisory Inspection

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Los Favoritos Taco Shop last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Los Favoritos Taco Shop on file is from Feb 4, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Los Favoritos Taco Shop?

Across the inspection record, “wiping cloths, use limitation” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Los Favoritos Taco Shop.

How does Los Favoritos Taco Shop compare to other restaurants in Mesa?

Los Favoritos Taco Shop most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Mesa average of 95.

Has Los Favoritos Taco Shop's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Los Favoritos Taco Shop have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Los Favoritos Taco Shop 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 Los Favoritos Taco Shop inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Los Favoritos Taco Shop is inspected around five times per year on average.

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