Mariscos El Wicho

930 W Broadway Rd, Tempe, AZ 85282
Mexican / Latin
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Apr 16, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

Public records show six inspections at Mariscos El Wicho stretching back to 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 16, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near zero violations per visit.

Mariscos El Wicho scores about where you'd expect for a Tempe restaurant. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 16, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed in large containers of seasonings scoops stored in the product without a handle or the handle touching the product. Discussed with person in charge (PIC) in-use utensils must 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 must be stored above the surface of the food. All in-use utensils were properly stored at time of inspection
3-304.12
95
Aug 28, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Aug 14, 2025
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
Inspector notes: At time of inspection, observed the walk-in fridge with an ambient temperature of 46*F storing numerous containers of TCS foods. 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
4-301.11
90
Apr 15, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jan 7, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 27, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mariscos El Wicho last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mariscos El Wicho on file is from Apr 16, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

How does Mariscos El Wicho compare to other restaurants in Tempe?

Mariscos El Wicho most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Tempe average of 95.

Has Mariscos El Wicho's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mariscos El Wicho have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Mariscos El Wicho 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 Wicho inspected?

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