Marisa's Mexican Seafood Cocina

4211 W Bethany Home Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85019

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Mar 24, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Public records show seven inspections at Marisa's Mexican Seafood Cocina stretching back to 2024. Marisa's Mexican Seafood Cocina was last inspected on Mar 24, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around one violation each.

When inspectors have written things up, “cleaning, frequency and restrictions” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

By comparison, the average Phoenix facility scores 97, putting Marisa's Mexican Seafood Cocina on the weaker side. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 24, 2026

Routine

3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed leak from drainpipe of handwash sink next to 3-compartment sink. All plumbing shall be maintained in good repair at all times. Establishment shall repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection

5-205.15(B)

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of dust/food debris along floor of kitchen area underneath cookline equipment and storage racks. Physical facility shall be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Discussed limiting pest attractants with person in charge (PIC). PIC instructed food employee to clean areas with dust/food debris at time of inspection

6-501.12

Lighting not sufficient for food or utensil handling areas

Inspector notes: Observed insufficient lighting inside establishment walk-in cooler. The light intensity shall be at least 108 lux (10 foot candles) at a distance of 75 cm (30 inches) above the floor, in walk-in refrigeration units and dry food storage areas and in other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning

6-303.11

Nov 18, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of dust/food debris along floor of kitchen area underneath cookline equipment and storage racks. Physical facility shall be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Establishment shall clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection

6-501.12

Jun 13, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Mar 17, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Unnecessary items or litter present on premises (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed molcajete bowls in freezer of the establishment being stored and not in use. Only approved, properly constructed, food contact equipment is to be in operation. Do not use molcajete bowls for food production and/or serving. PIC removed bowls from food preparation area at time of inspection

6-501.114

Dec 9, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Sep 24, 2024

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Aug 12, 2024

Routine

1 major violation.

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Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures

Inspector notes: Observed prep unit in back of establishment with an internal ambient temperature of 50F. All TCS food was within temperature during time of inspection. All food was placed in the walk in refrigerator to maintain cold holding temperature. Establishment shall stop using unit and store TCS food in the walk in refrigeration unit until unit is repaired or replaced. Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. Must repair cold holding equipment such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below. Correct prior to re-inspection

4-301.11

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Marisa's Mexican Seafood Cocina last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Marisa's Mexican Seafood Cocina on file is from Mar 24, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Marisa's Mexican Seafood Cocina?

Across the inspection record, “cleaning, frequency and restrictions” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Marisa's Mexican Seafood Cocina.

How does Marisa's Mexican Seafood Cocina compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Marisa's Mexican Seafood Cocina most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Marisa's Mexican Seafood Cocina's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Marisa's Mexican Seafood Cocina have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Marisa's Mexican Seafood Cocina 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 Marisa's Mexican Seafood Cocina inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Marisa's Mexican Seafood Cocina is inspected around four times per year on average.

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