Mariscos El Dorado #2

5630 S Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85040

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Mar 9, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Going back to 2024, Mariscos El Dorado #2 has six inspections in the public record. On Mar 9, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near one violation per visit.

“Repairing -premises, structures, attachments, and fixtures-methods” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Restaurants in Phoenix average 97, so Mariscos El Dorado #2 trails the local norm. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 9, 2026

Routine

2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed six bags of rice stored on floor. Discussed with PIC that all food required to be stored 6 in off the ground at all times

3-305.11

Mops not properly air-dried after use (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed wet mop drying with mop head on floor near mop sink. Discussed with PIC that wet mop shall be placed upright to air-dry and away from food being prepared

6-501.16

Sep 26, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed broken handle on reach-in refrigerator in prep-area. Discussed with PIC that required for physical facility and equipment to be in good repair at all times

6-501.11

Jun 4, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed handle on reach-in freezer with broken off rubber on handle, some cracked tiles with holes in kitchen, and floor in basement store room with peeling paint. Discussed with PIC that facility need to be in good repair, smooth and cleanable

6-501.11

Mar 27, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed

Inspector notes: Observed floor in downstairs storeroom with peeling paint. Discussed with PIC that floors need to be maintained in good condition, smooth and cleanable

6-201.13

Dec 13, 2024

Food Advisory Inspection

No violations found.

100

Aug 7, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Ready-to-eat food not date marked (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed multiple metal pans of refried beans and cooked shrimp in walk-in cooler; and observed steamed veggies, cooked shrimp and meats in prep coolers with no dates. Per PIC all items were made/prepped a day or two prior. All RTE/TCS foods were properly date marked at the time of inspection. Discussed with PIC that all RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1)

3-501.17

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mariscos El Dorado #2 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mariscos El Dorado #2 on file is from Mar 9, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mariscos El Dorado #2?

Across the inspection record, “repairing -premises, structures, attachments, and fixtures-methods” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Mariscos El Dorado #2.

How does Mariscos El Dorado #2 compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Mariscos El Dorado #2 most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Mariscos El Dorado #2's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mariscos El Dorado #2 have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Mariscos El Dorado #2 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 Mariscos El Dorado #2 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Mariscos El Dorado #2 is inspected around four times per year on average.

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