Master Taco Restaurant

1537 W Broadway Rd, Tempe, AZ 85282

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Jan 13, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Master Taco Restaurant five times, with records going back to 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 13, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near one violation per visit across recent inspections.

Compared to the broader Tempe restaurant scene, this is about average. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 13, 2026

Routine

1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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No designated area for employee eating or drinking (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed several open employee beverages without lids or straws stored in a reach-in refrigerator on the top shelf above food items. Please ensure designated areas are provided for employee personal items and beverages to prevent cross-contamination. Employee moved the beverages to a designated area to correct

6-403.11

Sep 3, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.

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Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed raw bacon in the walk-in cooler on metal racks being stored directly above RTE sour cream and bell peppers at time of inspection. Discussed proper food storage with PIC. 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

3-302.11(A1-2)

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed several knives being stored inside the prep table between the table and the swinging door. Discussed proper storage of in-use utensils with 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

May 30, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Feb 21, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Oct 2, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed hand-held can opener being stored in a beverage cup on the food prep counter adjacent to the main prep cooler. Can opener was visibly soiled with food debris, rust, and general grime at time of inspection. Per PIC, they use the can opener every day and was unsure when the last time it was used. PIC relocated all food-contact surfaces to warewashing area to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized at the time of inspection. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch

4-601.11(A)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Master Taco Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Master Taco Restaurant on file is from Jan 13, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does Master Taco Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Tempe?

Master Taco Restaurant most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Tempe average of 95.

Has Master Taco Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Master Taco Restaurant have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Master Taco Restaurant 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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