Moreno's Mexican Grill

4981 S Arizona Ave, Chandler, AZ 85248

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Mar 31, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: B

Moreno's Mexican Grill has been inspected eight times since 2024. The most recent visit was on Mar 31, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near one violation each time.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “certified food protection manager”, showing up three times.

By comparison, the average Chandler facility scores 95, putting Moreno's Mexican Grill on the weaker side. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 31, 2026

Routine

2 major violations. 2 corrected on site.

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Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: One of the large food preparation cold units on the preparation line holding temperature at 58.8 deg F (according to the min/max thermometer) TCS food items holding in unit was discarded or redirected to walk in. Currently there is no TCS food cold holding in unit. Kitchen Manager called for repair and will maintain cold holding during dinner hour

4-301.11

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed the piercing blade of the can opener stored in holder with large amount of dried organic debris. Kitchen Mnager placed in dishwashing area

4-601.11(A)

Dec 3, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jul 8, 2025

Reinspection

1 minor violation.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Observed no CFPM 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)

Jul 2, 2025

Reinspection

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events

Inspector notes: Observed no written procedure for cleaning up bodily fluids or having a bodily fluid clean up kit on site at time of inspection. Written procedures for clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events is required onsite at all times

2-501.11

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Observed no CFPM 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)

Jun 23, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events

2-501.11

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Observed no CFPM 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)

Feb 18, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Chemical sanitizer does not meet required criteria (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed sanitizer, chlorine, measuring greater than 200 ppm in sanitizer bucket for food contact surfaces. Sanitizer was diluted by PIC to approved levels at time of inspection. A chemical sanitizer like chlorine, must have a concentration of 50-100ppm

7-204.11

Nov 4, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: Observed several in-use utensils stored in water on the flat top with a temperature of 120F. 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

Sep 4, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: Observed a large gap below the back door allowing light to enter. Advised PIC to replace weather stripping to ensure there are no gaps allowing pest entry prior to the next routine inspection

6-202.15

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

Inspector notes: Observed 10+ utensils stored in water measuring 110*F above the flat top grill. 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Moreno's Mexican Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Moreno's Mexican Grill on file is from Mar 31, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Moreno's Mexican Grill?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Moreno's Mexican Grill.

How does Moreno's Mexican Grill compare to other restaurants in Chandler?

Moreno's Mexican Grill most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Chandler average of 95.

Has Moreno's Mexican Grill's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Moreno's Mexican Grill have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Moreno's Mexican Grill 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 Moreno's Mexican Grill inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Moreno's Mexican Grill is inspected around five times per year on average.

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