Mama Olga's Tamales and Fine Mexican Food

905 W Hatcher Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85021

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Jan 29, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show 10 inspections at Mama Olga's Tamales and Fine Mexican Food stretching back to 2024. On Jan 29, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near zero violations per visit.

Looking across the full record, “cleaning, frequency and restrictions” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Phoenix restaurants. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Major latest

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Inspection History

Jan 29, 2026

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed buildup of grease on fume hood over stove in kitchen. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection

6-501.12

Aug 26, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jun 10, 2025

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Jun 9, 2025

Food Advisory Inspection

No violations found.

100

May 30, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: Observed several cockroaches in standing water inside the mop sink next to the prep table

6-501.111(A-B,D)

May 21, 2025

Reinspection

1 minor violation.

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Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: Observed several cockroaches in standing water inside the mop sink next to the prep table

6-501.111(A-B,D)

May 20, 2025

Routine

2 critical violations. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: Observed packages of raw chorizo and raw shelled eggs stored over open containers of cooked ready to eat green/red sauces, green chile shredded beef, and open packaged of shredded cheese

3-302.11(A1-2)

Conveying Sewage

Inspector notes: Observed standing waste water inside the mop sink next to the prep table. The person in charge stated the sink was clogged and plumbing services have been requested. The person in charge is discharging mop waste water using the service sink of the neighboring business pending plumbing repairs

5-402.13

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: Observed several cockroaches in standing water inside the mop sink next to the prep table

6-501.111(A-B,D)

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of food residue splatter/debris on the walls, ustensils, and area around the masa mixing machine

6-501.12

Equipment material allows contamination or unsafe migration (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed tamale masa stored in wet cardboard box in standing water inside the chest cooler by the prep sink. The person in charge removed and discarded the cardboard box at the time of inspection

4-101.11(B-E)

Mar 19, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Oct 25, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Observed no certified food protection manager on site at the time of inspection

2-102.12(A)

Jul 30, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed cooked meat tamales with internal temperature of 113F -118F in an igloo cooler. The person in charge stated the tamales are for a pick up order and were placed in the cooler 30 mins ago. The person in charge returned the tamales to the stovetop steamer for reheating and hot holding

3-501.16(A)(1)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mama Olga's Tamales and Fine Mexican Food last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mama Olga's Tamales and Fine Mexican Food on file is from Jan 29, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mama Olga's Tamales and Fine Mexican Food?

Across the inspection record, “cleaning, frequency and restrictions” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Mama Olga's Tamales and Fine Mexican Food.

How does Mama Olga's Tamales and Fine Mexican Food compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Mama Olga's Tamales and Fine Mexican Food most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Mama Olga's Tamales and Fine Mexican Food's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mama Olga's Tamales and Fine Mexican Food have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Mama Olga's Tamales and Fine Mexican Food 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 Mama Olga's Tamales and Fine Mexican Food inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Mama Olga's Tamales and Fine Mexican Food is inspected around seven times per year on average.

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