Mariscos Empalme

2301 E Bell Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85022
Mexican / Latin
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Feb 19, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

Across the available record, Mariscos Empalme has 17 inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 19, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

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

Looking across the full record, “consumption of animal foods that are raw” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Phoenix restaurant scores 97. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

17
Inspections
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Critical latest
0
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 19, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Feb 10, 2026
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Nov 7, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 31, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Sep 23, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Sep 18, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jul 18, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jul 14, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jul 1, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Prohibited toxic material present in facility (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cans of Raid pesticide stored on shelves next to other dry goods. The person in charge removed and discarded the cans of Raid at the time of inspection. Discussed the use of only certified pest control in the application of pesticides
7-202.11
No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no bodily fluid clean up kit or written instructions for cleaning bodily fluids
2-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed holes/gaps in the walls around plumbing insertions, floor wall junctions, ceiling, and other areas of the establishment
6-501.11
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: Observed indication of recent pest activity evidenced by accumulation of fresh rodent droppings on the floor under the storage racks and along the floor wall junctions of the dry storage space
6-501.111(A-B,D)
74
Jun 30, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
May 7, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Shellstock, Maintaining Identification (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed shellstock tag from last box in establishment stored with no last date recorded. Person in charge (PIC) states the last oyster was sold this past Sunday before inspection. PIC dated the tag at time of inspection and put tag away. PIC has no other open shellstock boxes available. Shellstock tags must be kept with shellstock until sold, dated with final sale date, and maintained in chronological order for 90 days onsite
3-203.12
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) present at time of inspection. A CFPM is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered
Inspector notes: Observed no covered receptacle in the only bathroom in the facility. Explained to PIC that a toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. Uni-sex and female toilet rooms requires a covered waste receptacle. Provide prior to next routine inspection
5-501.17
82
Dec 9, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 4 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: 2nd Repeat Violation. Observed raw shrimp stored directly above cooked shrimp and raw chicken stored above raw shrimp in Prep cooler on cookline wall. No signs of leakage.: All raw animal proteins must be stored below ready-to-eat (RTE) foods and stored according to cooking temperature at all times to prevent cross contamination. PIC properly stored all raw animal proteins according to the final cooking temperature based on the cooking parameters in § 3-401.11 of the Food Code. Corrected at time of inspection
3-302.11(A1-2)
Ready-to-eat food not date marked (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Seafood soup, birria soup, menudo, and salsa (in front cooler) in back reach-in cooler stored for over 24 hours per person in charge found without datemarks. All RTE/TCS foods were properly date marked at the time of inspection.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). Corrected at time of inspection
3-501.17
Toxic materials not used according to law or manufacturer instructions (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed RAID pesticide spray store in back area on shelf underneath dry storage. Person in charge moved spray out of the establishment. All pest control for the establishment must be performed by a certified pest control specialist and chemicals for pest control must not be stored onsite. PIC removed pest control chemicals from premises at time of inspection. Corrected at time of inspection
7-202.12(C)
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed knife and spoons used to prepare seafood dishes stored in room temp water in-between use. Person in charge removed utensils from water and placed in prep cooler. 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. Corrected at time of inspection
3-304.12
67
Nov 26, 2024
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Oct 29, 2024
Reinspection
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food
Inspector notes: 3rd REPEAT VIOLATION. No consumer advisory available in menu book that offers raw shrimp, raw scallops, undercooked eggs and raw fish food items. No disclosure available on wall menu board for raw animal food items that are served raw or under cooked. Offering and serving undercooked proteins requires an approved consumer advisory at all points of sale; and must contain an approved disclosure method and reminder statement
3-603.11
90
Oct 15, 2024
Reinspection
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food
Inspector notes: 2nd REPEAT VIOLATION. No consumer advisory available in menu book that offers raw shrimp, raw scallops, undercooked eggs and raw fish food items. No disclosure available on wall menu board for raw animal food items that are served raw or under cooked. Offering and serving undercooked proteins requires an approved consumer advisory at all points of sale; and must contain an approved disclosure method and reminder statement
3-603.11
90
Oct 1, 2024
Reinspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food
Inspector notes: No consumer advisory available in menu book that offers raw shrimp, raw scallops, undercooked eggs and raw fish food items. No disclosure available on wall menu board for raw animal food items that are served raw or under cooked. Offering and serving undercooked proteins requires an approved consumer advisory at all points of sale; and must contain an approved disclosure method and reminder statement
3-603.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: 2nd repeat violation. Person in charge could not provide certificate for certified food manager certification at time of inspection. The person in charge must be a certified food protection manager who has shown proficiency of required information through passing a test that is part of an accredited program. Fix prior to next routine inspection
2-102.12(A)
86
Sep 26, 2024
Routine
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Food obtained from unapproved source
Inspector notes: Observed multiple bags and containers of portioned shrimp, clams, and sea snails that came from Mexico per PIC and manager. PIC could not provide invoices or any bill of lading. All food was true-embargoed. All food must be obtained from an approved source as defined by law. Provide documentation at time of re-inspection. Correct prior to re-inspection
3-201.11(A-B)
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed 3-compatment sink in-use at time of inspection with 0 ppm quat. Person in charge re-mixed solution to 200 ppm as required per manufacturer's instructions. Discussed the importance of proper sanitizer levels and proper monitoring of sanitizer levels. Corrected at time of inspection
4-501.114(A-E)
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw shelled eggs stored directly above cilantro in reach-in cooler in kitchen area. All raw animal proteins must be stored below ready-to-eat (RTE) foods and stored according to cooking temperature at all times to prevent cross contamination. PIC properly stored all raw animal proteins according to the final cooking temperature based on the cooking parameters in § 3-401.11 of the Food Code. Corrected at time of inspection
3-302.11(A1-2)
Shellstock, Maintaining Identification
Inspector notes: No shellfish tags available onsite for past - sold oysters. Shellfish tag for current oysters being sold was not kept in container of oysters. Shellstock tags must be kept with shellstock until sold, dated with final sale date, and maintained in chronological order for 90 days onsite. Shellstock tags or labels must remain attached to the container in which the shellstock are received until the container is empty.The identity of the source of shellstock that are sold or served must be maintained by retaining shellstock tags or labels for 90 calendar days from the date that is recorded on the tag or label by: using an approved record keeping system that keeps the tags or labels in chronological order correlated to the date that is recorded on the tag or label
3-203.12
Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food
Inspector notes: No consumer advisory available in menu book that offers raw shrimp, raw scallops, undercooked eggs and raw fish food items. No disclosure available on wall menu board for raw animal food items that are served raw or under cooked. Offering and serving undercooked proteins requires an approved consumer advisory at all points of sale; and must contain an approved disclosure method and reminder statement
3-603.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: 2nd repeat violation. Person in charge could not provide certificate for certified food manager certification at time of inspection. The person in charge must be a certified food protection manager who has shown proficiency of required information through passing a test that is part of an accredited program. Fix prior to next routine inspection
2-102.12(A)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mariscos Empalme last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mariscos Empalme on file is from Feb 19, 2026. The public record contains 17 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mariscos Empalme?

Across the inspection record, “consumption of animal foods that are raw” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Mariscos Empalme.

How does Mariscos Empalme compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Mariscos Empalme most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Mariscos Empalme's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Mariscos Empalme means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.