Mariscos Vuelve a La Vida Meat & Fish Market

5630 W Camelback Rd, Glendale, AZ 85301

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Meat Market

Last inspected: Jan 14, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Mariscos Vuelve a La Vida Meat & Fish Market appears in inspection records seven times, starting in 2024. On Jan 14, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

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

The pattern that stands out is “certified food protection manager”, which has been cited three times.

Compared to other Glendale restaurants (averaging 97), there's room to close the gap. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 14, 2026

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed meat slicer stored with raw meat debris and residues and pieces of raw meat on the wall behind the meat slicer

4-601.11(A)

Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly

Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of dead roaches in the floor drain by the prep sink and on the floor under the prep sink. Discussed removal of dead or trapped creatures promptly to reduce the attraction of insects and development of odors

6-501.112

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed broken floor tiles, unsealed concrete flooring, and broken wall mirror above prep table

6-501.11

Dec 16, 2025

Food Advisory Inspection

No violations found.

100

Sep 10, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jun 19, 2025

Routine

3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) present at time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Please have a CFPM prior to next routine inspection

2-102.12(A)

Food thawed using improper method (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee thawing whole tilapia in prep sink at time of inspection in still cold water with drain plug. Explained to PIC that all foods being thawed from frozen must be thawed in an approved manner. Foods must be thawed under refrigeration, under cold running water, or as part of the cooking process. Recommended using a container to place the raw tilapia and turn on cold running water to continuously spill out of container into prep sink drain to do the thawing process correctly

3-501.13

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed leak from bottom plumbing connection when water is turned on at the handwashing sink next to the raw meat display case at time of inspection. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. Please fix leak prior to next routine inspection

5-205.15(B)

Mar 17, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Dec 9, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Aug 22, 2024

Routine

3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 3 violations

No certified food protection manager

2-102.12(A)

Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

4-602.11(E)

Food thawed using improper method (corrected on site)

3-501.13

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mariscos Vuelve a La Vida Meat & Fish Market last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mariscos Vuelve a La Vida Meat & Fish Market on file is from Jan 14, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mariscos Vuelve a La Vida Meat & Fish Market?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Mariscos Vuelve a La Vida Meat & Fish Market.

How does Mariscos Vuelve a La Vida Meat & Fish Market compare to other restaurants in Glendale?

Mariscos Vuelve a La Vida Meat & Fish Market most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Glendale average of 97.

Has Mariscos Vuelve a La Vida Meat & Fish Market's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mariscos Vuelve a La Vida Meat & Fish Market have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Mariscos Vuelve a La Vida Meat & Fish Market means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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