Neveria El Picachu

2719 W Mcdowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85009

Frozen Desserts

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Feb 10, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Going back to 2024, Neveria El Picachu has six inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Feb 10, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

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

The most common issue across all inspections has been “good repair and proper adjustment-equipment”, showing up two times.

The city-wide average sits at 97, which Neveria El Picachu's 74 doesn't quite reach. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 10, 2026

Routine

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

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Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed champurrado (milk based beverage) stored in refrigeration with date marked 2/3. Observed cooked chicharron with date marked 2/3. Discussed with operator Time/temperature control for safety foods (TCS) shall be kept a maximum of 7-days under refrigeration. Food items were past the 7days and operator was instructed to discontinue serving these food items. Operator proceeded to discard food items at time of inspection

3-501.18

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: 2nd consecutive violation: Observed condensation leak at walk-in freezer unit. Discussed with operator to repair unit to prevent condensation leaks and ensure remove any ice built up in tray

4-501.11

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed portable gas stoves in-use under extended hood in kitchen. Excessive grease by hood area. Informed owner to ensure current ventilation hood setup has been approved by city and obtain approval if not. Ventilation hood last serviced on 10/29/2025. Ensure to detail clean and sanitize grease built up

6-501.12

Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: Observed missing seal at rear warehouse door leading to the outside. Ensure to seal any gaps to prevent vermin entry into facility

6-202.15

Oct 13, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: In walk-in freezer, condensate is leaking onto storage racks and surfaces. Ensure to clean, sanitize area and repair leaks to prevent ice built up

4-501.11

Unnecessary items or litter present on premises

Inspector notes: Rear dry warehouse area has several pieces of equipment not in use including miscellaneous items. Ensure to remove any unnecessary items and keep all areas cleaned and sanitized. Ensure to seal any gaps are entry/exit doors leading to outside

6-501.114

Jun 17, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Discussed with operator, ensure to clean and sanitize all floors, walls and ceilings in kitchen area. Maintain as necessary

6-501.12

Mar 19, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Nov 21, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed leaky faucet at 3-compartment sink. Discussed with PIC that all plumbing should be maintained in good repair

5-205.15(B)

Sep 4, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

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Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time

Inspector notes: Observed cooked beef stew with a date mark of 9/3 with todays date being 9/4 having an internal temperature of 51F. 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

3-501.14

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

Inspector notes: Observed several containers of beef stew with no date mark on it, person in charge states that they were made two days ago. All RTE/TCS foods were properly date marked at the time of inspection. RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1). PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.18 - Priority: Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Disposition. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4125/Food-SafetyOperator-Resources. Addl Notes: Observed home made sour cream with a date mark from 8/27 as well as syrups made with whole fruit from 8/22, 8/27, and 7/26 with todays date being 9/4. All RTE/TCS foods past 7 days of preparation were discarded by PIC at the time of inspection. RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1)

3-501.17

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Neveria El Picachu last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Neveria El Picachu on file is from Feb 10, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Neveria El Picachu?

Across the inspection record, “good repair and proper adjustment-equipment” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Neveria El Picachu.

How does Neveria El Picachu compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Neveria El Picachu most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Neveria El Picachu's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Neveria El Picachu have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Neveria El Picachu means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

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