Mi Patio
Last inspected: Jan 6, 2026
82
Score
Mi Patio has been inspected seven times since 2024. Mi Patio was last inspected on Jan 6, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around one violation each.
“Certified food protection manager” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
Compared to other Phoenix restaurants (averaging 97), there's room to close the gap. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 6, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed deep pots of red enchilada sauce (57-60'F) and green enchilada sauce (58-60'F) that was cooked and cooled one day prior to inspection, dated 1/05/2026. PIC stated that the pots were cooked in the evening and left to cool inside the walk-in cooler overnight. Discussed cooling parameters with PIC. Cooked TCS foods must be cooled from 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours, and from 70°F to 41°F within 4 hours for a total of 6 hours for cooling. All TCS foods improperly cooled were discarded by PIC at time of inspection
3-501.14
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed an accumulation of organic matter on the plastic deflector of the main ice machine next to the ware-washing area. Discussed cleaning frequency wit PIC. Ice machines must be cleaned at a frequency that precludes the accumulation of organic matter and debris. Clean prior to next routine inspection
4-602.11(E)
82
Aug 14, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
May 28, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
May 14, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed large pot of cheese sauce with temperatures of 46*F in the walk-in cooler at time of inspection. Per chef, cheese sauce made the day prior to inspection. All TCS foods improperly cooled were discarded by PIC at time of inspection. Cooked TCS foods must be cooled from 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours, and from 70°F to 41°F within 4 hours for a total of 6 hours for cooling. Reviewed proper cooling procedures with person in charge (PIC) and provided guidance documents at time of inspection. Repeat violation: 3rd Consecutive
3-501.14
86
Feb 3, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
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)
95
Jan 24, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation. 3 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee take cut lemon and squeeze lemon into customer beverage with bare hands. Beverage and lemon that was contacted by bare hands was discarded by PIC at time of inspection. Discussed the importance of preventing bare hand contact with ready-to-eat (RTE) foods with the person-in-charge (PIC). Bare hand contact is not approved with ready-to-eat (RTE) food items
3-301.11(B)
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed house-made salsa containing tomatoes and fresh cut cilantro, stored in a large deep plastic bucket in facility walk-in. Salsa measured at 48*F, via probe thermometer. Per PIC, salsa was prepared at approximately 8:00 AM, 4 hours ago. Salsa was embargoed and discarded at time of inspection. TCS foods prepared from cold or ambient room temperature ingredients must be cooled from 70°F to 41°F within 4 hours. Shallow containers no deeper than 4 inches, metal containers, and using ice as an ingredient can facilitate rapid cooling to ensure food items reach 41*F or below within the required timeframe. Provided cooling guidance and cooling methods guidance via email. 2ND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION
3-501.14
Equipment or utensils not air-dried before storage
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee take wet cups and stack them after removing them from the dishwasher. All equipment and food contact surfaces must be air-dried after properly cleaning and sanitizing. Employee unstacked cups and left them to air dry at time of inspection
4-901.11
70
Aug 20, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed green chili with tomatoes cooked in-house, stored in large deep metal tub in walk-in unit. Food item measured at 71'F. Green chili was cooked the day prior, per PIC. Food item was embargoed and PIC voluntarily discarded food item at time of inspection. Provided cooling guidance and cooling methods guidance via email. Cooked TCS foods must be cooled from 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours, and from 70°F to 41°F within 4 hours for a total of 6 hours for cooling
3-501.14
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No Certified Food Protection Manager present on-site at 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)
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mi Patio last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mi Patio on file is from Jan 6, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mi Patio?
Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Mi Patio.
How does Mi Patio compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?
Mi Patio most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.
Has Mi Patio's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mi Patio have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Mi Patio 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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