Los Pinos Surf and Turf
Last inspected: Feb 18, 2026
100
Score
The health department has logged eight inspections at Los Pinos Surf and Turf, the earliest from 2024. On Feb 18, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near three violations per visit.
“Cleaning, frequency and restrictions” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.
Among Phoenix restaurants, the typical score is 97; Los Pinos Surf and Turf is comfortably above that bar. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Feb 18, 2026
Food AMC Trainings
No violations found.
100
Feb 12, 2026
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation. 3 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Plumbing system not approved or fixtures not cleanable
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed hose nozzle attached to mop sink hose. Referring to design, construction, and installation, a plumbing system, including grease traps, shall be designed, constructed, and installed according to law. PIC removed hose nozzle downstream from backflow prevention device at time of inspection. Discussed staff training on mop sink usage. Per PIC, management has decided to discontinue use of hose nozzle with mop sink faucet and only use a short hose without a nozzle attachment to fill mop buckets
5-202.11(A)
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed stickers on containers of salsa inside walk-in cooler with range of date-marks between 1/19/26-1/27/26. PIC confirmed stickers on containers of salsa denoted day of preparation. Ready to Eat (RTE) TCS foods shall be discarded if it exceeds 7 days at 41ᵒF. PIC discarded containers of salsa at time of inspection. Discussed disposition/datemarking process with PIC and provided datemarking guidance documents/stickers
3-501.18
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed covered container of raw chicken stored above raw fish inside walk-in cooler. Observed bag of raw beef stored above uncovered container of mixed vegetables. Observed container of raw fish, container of mixed vegetables, and container of marinade without covers. All raw animal proteins shall be stored below ready-to-eat (RTE) foods and stored according to cooking temperature at all times to prevent cross contamination. Person in charge (PIC) properly covered all food containers and stored all raw 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)
70
Nov 21, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 3 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Plumbing system not approved or fixtures not cleanable
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed hose nozzle attached to mop sink hose. Referring to design, construction, and installation, a plumbing system, including grease traps, shall be designed, constructed, and installed according to law. PIC removed hose nozzle downstream from backflow prevention device at time of inspection. Discussed staff training on mop sink usage
5-202.11(A)
Medicines stored or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed medicine bottles and boxes stored in wood container on top of sliding door cooler in kitchen area. All medicines shall be stored away from food, utensils, and single service items to prevent contamination. All medicines were relocated and properly stored by PIC at time of inspection
7-207.11(B)
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed container of liquid stored in handwash sink across from warewashing area and no soap at bar handwash sink. Facilities shall be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. Handwash sinks shall be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Person in charge (PIC) relocated item blocking handwash sink and supplied bar handwash sink with soap at time of inspection
5-205.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of food debris along floor of cookline and throughout kitchen area, warewashing area, and walk-in cooler. Observed accumulation of grease along hood vent covers. Physical facility shall be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. PIC to clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Discussed limiting pest attractants so pest entry into establishment is prevented
6-501.12
64
Jun 12, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of debris along hood vent covers and observed food debris along floor next to cook line. Physical facility shall be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Instructed PIC to clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection
6-501.12
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed containers of raw beef stored above containers of salsa verde and cooked corn. All raw animal proteins shall be stored below ready-to-eat (RTE) foods and stored according to cooking temperature at all times to prevent cross contamination. Person in charge (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)
90
Apr 15, 2025
Reinspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed 126°F internal temperature of whole cooked potatoes stored on shelf above grill top. Per PIC, whole potatoes were cooked 3 hours prior to inspection. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 135°F or above. All TCS foods improperly hot held were reheated to 165°F and placed into steam table to hot hold above 135°F at time of inspection
3-501.16(A)(1)
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed can opener blade attachment with accumulation of food debris and metal shaving. Per Person in Charge (PIC), can opener blade had not been cleaned within the last 4 hours. All food-contact surfaces that contact TCS foods must be cleaned every 4 hours by washing, rinsing, and sanitizing. PIC relocated can opener with blade attachment to warewashing area to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized at the time of inspection
4-601.11(A)
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of debris along hood vent covers above grill line. Per PIC, hood vent covers are serviced and cleaned every 2-3 months. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Discussed increased cleaning frequency of hood vent covers with PIC
6-501.12
74
Mar 11, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed 126°F internal temperature of whole cooked potatoes stored on shelf above grill top. Per PIC, whole potatoes were cooked 3 hours prior to inspection. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 135°F or above. All TCS foods improperly hot held were reheated to 165°F and placed into steam table to hot hold above 135°F at time of inspection
3-501.16(A)(1)
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed can opener blade attachment with accumulation of food debris and metal shaving. Per Person in Charge (PIC), can opener blade had not been cleaned within the last 4 hours. All food-contact surfaces that contact TCS foods must be cleaned every 4 hours by washing, rinsing, and sanitizing. PIC relocated can opener with blade attachment to warewashing area to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized at the time of inspection
4-601.11(A)
Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food
Inspector notes: Observed establishment menu with consumer advisory notice without appropriate disclosure method denoting each undercooked protein offered to customers. Offering and serving undercooked proteins requires an approved consumer advisory at all points of sale; and must contain an approved disclosure method and reminder statement. Must provide approved consumer advisory at all points of sale prior to re-inspection on 3/21/25
3-603.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of debris along hood vent covers above grill line. Per PIC, hood vent covers are serviced and cleaned every 2-3 months. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Discussed increased cleaning frequency of hood vent covers with PIC
6-501.12
67
Dec 10, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 26, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Los Pinos Surf and Turf last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Los Pinos Surf and Turf on file is from Feb 18, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Los Pinos Surf and Turf?
Across the inspection record, “cleaning, frequency and restrictions” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Los Pinos Surf and Turf.
How does Los Pinos Surf and Turf compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?
Los Pinos Surf and Turf most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Phoenix average of 97.
Has Los Pinos Surf and Turf's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Los Pinos Surf and Turf have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Los Pinos Surf and Turf means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
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