Menuderia Guanajuato

124 S 24th St, Phoenix, AZ 85034

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Mar 17, 2026

95

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Public records show seven inspections at Menuderia Guanajuato stretching back to 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 17, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around one violation, down from roughly three violations earlier in the record.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “system maintained in good repair”, showing up two times.

Among Phoenix restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

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Inspections

0

Critical latest

0

Major latest

1

Minor latest

Inspection History

Mar 17, 2026

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed small leak coming from the faucet head of the 3-comp sink in the back food prep area. Discussed repair timeline with PIC. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection

5-205.15(B)

95

Nov 13, 2025

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Oct 23, 2025

Routine

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

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Raw animal food not cooked to required temperature

Inspector notes: Observed the establishment menu having a consumer advisory for the kids hamburger in the kids menu. Raw or undercooked comminuted meat cannot be offered on a children’s menu. Person in charge states they will fix the menu as soon as possible. Reinspection will be conducted within 10 days

3-401.11(D2)

Rinsing Procedures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed an employee washing utensils and placing them directly into a sanitizer solution without rinsing it first. It is important to rinse off detergents, abrasive, and food debris after the wash step to avoid diluting or inactivating the sanitizer. 3 compartment sink was set up correctly at the time of inspection

4-603.16

86

Jun 3, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.

View 4 violations

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Beans, meat, and broth were being hot-held on the steam table at 105 degrees F. The unit had been turned off early in anticipation of the day's end. The restaurant closes at 2:30 pm. Do not leave foods to cool by simply turning off the unit early. Maintain hot foods at 135 degrees F and then cool quickly using ice or refrigeration. The manager then had the foods reheated to 165 F and maintained at 135 degrees F

3-501.16(A)(1)

No soap available at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The front handwashing sink had no handsoap. The manager had the dispenser refilled. Always provide handsoap at all handwashing sinks

6-301.11

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: The certified food-service manager is not working today. Provide a certified food-service manager during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Covering Receptacles (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: One of the dumpster lids was left open. Maintain closed at all times. An employee then closed the dumpster lid

5-501.113

70

Mar 13, 2025

Routine

4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 4 violations

Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly

Inspector notes: Observed several sticky traps for pest being full at the time of inspection. Please remove all trapped/dead pest from the establishment to prevent attracting live pest

6-501.112

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed the prep sink having a continuous leak coming from the bottom of the plumbing. Please repair all plumbing

5-205.15(B)

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) was not present at the time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Food thawed using improper method (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed the beef used for the menudo being thawed in the dry storage room at ambient temperature and using fans. 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. Person in charge states they will place them in the refrigerator

3-501.13

82

Dec 17, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 1 violation

Prohibited toxic material present in facility (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed pesticide spray bottle being stored in the basin of the mop sink at time of inspection. Discussed proper pest control with PIC. 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

7-202.11

90

Aug 5, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Menuderia Guanajuato last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Menuderia Guanajuato on file is from Mar 17, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Menuderia Guanajuato?

Across the inspection record, “system maintained in good repair” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Menuderia Guanajuato.

How does Menuderia Guanajuato compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Menuderia Guanajuato most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Menuderia Guanajuato's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Menuderia Guanajuato have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Menuderia Guanajuato 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 Menuderia Guanajuato inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Menuderia Guanajuato is inspected around four times per year on average.

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