Manuel's Mexican Restaurant Ocotillo

4210 S Arizona Ave, Chandler, AZ 85248

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Mar 3, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Manuel's Mexican Restaurant Ocotillo has six inspections on file, the first dated 2024. On Mar 3, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

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

“Time/temperature control for safety food, hot holding” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Compared to other Chandler restaurants (averaging 95), there's room to close the gap. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 3, 2026

Routine

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

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

Inspector notes: Observed refried beans hot holding on steam table at internal temperature of 125 deg F. Cook discarded during inspection

3-501.16(A)(1)

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed the piercing blade of the can opener stored in holder with dried organic debris. Manager placed in dishwashing area

4-601.11(A)

Sep 5, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

May 6, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jan 13, 2025

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 refried beans stored in a hot box with an internal temperature range of 115F-133F near the flat top on the line. Per PIC and cook, the refried beans after being mashed by the stand mixer are transfer to pans and then placed in the hot box for hot holding until needed for service. The refried beans have been in the hot box for less than 2 hours prior to inspection. All TCS foods improperly hot held were reheated to 165°F at time of 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

3-501.16(A)(1)

Oct 14, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed build up of organic matter on soda nozzle in the bar area. PIC had employee clean soda nozzle at the time of inspection. Soda nozzles must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent the accumulation of organic matter. Discussed cleaning frequency and cleaning methods with the PIC

4-602.11(E)

Jul 26, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee scooping chips with a bowl and chips were coming into contact with his bare hands. RTE food that was contacted by bare hands was discarded by PIC at time of inspection. Discussed the importance of preventing bare hand contact with ready-to-eat (RTE) foods with the person-in-charge (PIC). Bare hand contact is not approved with ready-to-eat (RTE) food items

3-301.11(B)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Manuel's Mexican Restaurant Ocotillo last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Manuel's Mexican Restaurant Ocotillo on file is from Mar 3, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Manuel's Mexican Restaurant Ocotillo?

Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food, hot holding” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Manuel's Mexican Restaurant Ocotillo.

How does Manuel's Mexican Restaurant Ocotillo compare to other restaurants in Chandler?

Manuel's Mexican Restaurant Ocotillo most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Chandler average of 95.

Has Manuel's Mexican Restaurant Ocotillo's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Manuel's Mexican Restaurant Ocotillo have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Manuel's Mexican Restaurant Ocotillo 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 Manuel's Mexican Restaurant Ocotillo inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Manuel's Mexican Restaurant Ocotillo is inspected around four times per year on average.

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