Los Rodas Restaurant

4393 W Bethany Home Rd, Glendale, AZ 85301

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Jan 27, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Los Rodas Restaurant six times, with records going back to 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 27, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near one violation each time.

Restaurants in Glendale average 97, so Los Rodas Restaurant trails the local norm. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 27, 2026

Routine

2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Observed ice accumulating along wall in walk-in freezer. All equipment shall be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair walk-in freezer to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection

4-501.11

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed covered containers of raw fish and raw beef stored above covered containers of ready-to-eat (RTE) soup. All raw animal proteins shall be stored below 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)

Sep 23, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.

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Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed 53°F internal temperature, per probe thermometer, of salsa inside prep cooler next to ice machine. Per person in charge (PIC), salsa was placed into prep cooler to cool to 41°F an hour prior to inspection. TCS foods shall 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. Container of salsa was moved to functioning walk-in cooler to rapidly cool at time of inspection

3-501.15(A)

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

Inspector notes: Observed ice scoop handle touching ice inside ice machine next to prep cooler. In-use utensils shall 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 shall be stored above the surface of the food. In-use ice scoop was properly stored at time of inspection

3-304.12

May 8, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.

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No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels at handwash sink next to 3-compartment sink and handwash sink next to ice machine. 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. Person in charge supplied paper towels for both handwash sinks at time of inspection

6-301.12

Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed internal temperature of 65°F, per probe thermometer, of rice inside container covered with a lid inside two-door cooler. Per person in charge (PIC), rice was cooling in container since three hours prior to inspection. 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. Container of rice was uncovered to allow for rapid cooling

3-501.15(B)

Feb 5, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed internal temperature of salsa at 52°F inside top compartment of prep cooler, per probe thermometer. Per Person in Charge (PIC), salsa was prepared 15 minutes prior to time of inspection and then placed directly into top compartment of prep cooler. TCS foods must be cooled in equipment designed to rapidly cool. PIC removed salsa from prep cooler and placed it directly into walk-in cooler to rapidly cool to 41°F. Discussed proper cooling methods with PIC

3-501.15(A)

Sep 26, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jul 23, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Los Rodas Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Los Rodas Restaurant on file is from Jan 27, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

How does Los Rodas Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Glendale?

Los Rodas Restaurant most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Glendale average of 97.

Has Los Rodas Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Los Rodas Restaurant have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Los Rodas Restaurant 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 Rodas Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Los Rodas Restaurant is inspected around four times per year on average.

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