Origen

2472 E Recker Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85296

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Dec 8, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Origen has been inspected four times since 2025. Origen was last inspected on Dec 8, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

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

The pattern that stands out is “manual and mechanical warewashing equipment”, which has been cited three times.

The city-wide average sits at 96, which Origen's 78 doesn't quite reach. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Dec 8, 2025

Routine

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

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Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed 0 ppm bleach at main dishwasher and bar dishwasher after 2 cycles each. Facility set up the 3 compartment sink at 200 ppm quat in the meantime. Called Ecolab technician. Ensure that all bleach dishwashers are at 50-100 ppm bleach at all times

4-501.114(A-E)

No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed back hand sink by back door with no soap, observed hand sink in the line without soap. Manager obtained new dispensers, and refilled the empty dispensers. Ensure there is soap at each hand sink at all times

6-301.12

Jun 26, 2025

Routine

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

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Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed chlorine concentration at ware washing machine measured less than 10 ppm at time of inspection. Reviewed the sanitizer concentration parameters with manager. Manager called the service company at time of inspection. All utensils will be cleaned at main ware washing station until ware washing machine at bar repaired

4-501.114(A-E)

No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed no paper towel at handwashing sink in the bar area at time of inspection. Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. Manager put paper towel at hand washing skink at time of inspection

6-301.12

Feb 25, 2025

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Feb 20, 2025

Routine

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 6 violations

Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness

Inspector notes: Observed dishes being washed in the bar dishwasher with chlorine concentration of 0 ppm. PIC called to have unit serviced. Chlorine concentration shall be between 50 and 100 ppm for sanitizing food contact surfaces. A re-inspection will occur on Monday, March 3

4-501.114(A-E)

Reduced oxygen packaging criteria not met

Inspector notes: Observed establishment using ROP for raw meats and then cooking by the Sous Vide method. Per discussion with PIC, meats are held up to 6 days after being sealed before cooking

3-502.12(A,B4,C,D2b-eandE1)

No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed handwashing sink in the kitchen near the ware washing area was not stocked with paper towels. Paper towels, soap, and warm water shall be available at all handwashing stations at all times for proper handwashing. PIC restocked paper towels at the time of inspection

6-301.12

Sanitizer test kit not available

Inspector notes: Observed establishment using chlorine in the dishwashers, and quaternary ammonia in the 3 compartment sink and buckets without having either test strips available. Test strips shall be available at all times to ensure chlorine concentration is between 50 and 100 ppm and quat concentration is between 200 and 400 ppm

4-302.14

Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered

Inspector notes: Observed no covered trash can in the two smaller restrooms on the north side of the establishment. A trashcan with a lid shall be available for sanitary disposal of feminine hygiene products

5-501.17

Wiping cloths used or stored improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed wiping cloth being stored on the handwashing sink at the bar. All wiping cloths used for dining areas or food contact surfaces shall be stored in a sanitizer bucket to prevent microbial growth

3-304.14

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Origen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Origen on file is from Dec 8, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Origen?

Across the inspection record, “manual and mechanical warewashing equipment” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Origen.

How does Origen compare to other restaurants in Gilbert?

Origen most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Gilbert average of 96.

Has Origen's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Origen 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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