Papa Chevos

3125 S Alma School Rd, Chandler, AZ 85248

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Jan 9, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: B

Across the available record, Papa Chevos has six inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 9, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

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

“Certified food protection manager” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

Restaurants in Chandler average 95, so Papa Chevos trails the local norm. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 9, 2026

Routine

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

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Ready-to-eat food not date marked (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed tacos and rolled tacos PIC informed was prepared >48 hours prior without a datemark. PIC dated with date prepared during inspection

3-501.17

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Observed door gasket for large reach in unit on the preparation line in disrepair. Replace gasket

4-501.11

Oct 24, 2025

Routine

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)

Jun 17, 2025

Routine

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)

Feb 25, 2025

Routine

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

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Working containers of toxic materials not identified (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed two spray bottles with chemicals for cleaning without labeling. PIC marked bottles with a common name at time of inspection. Working containers used for storing poisonous or toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies must be clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material

7-102.11

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

Inspector notes: Observed reach-in cooler, near the register, with a minimum ambient air temperature 55.5F, maintaining TCS foods above 41F at time of inspection. The establishment has other cold holding units for storage and for cooling TCS food, no re-inspection is required. Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. Must repair cold holding equipment such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below. Instructed PIC to not store any TCS foods in unit until the unit is repaired and holding at 41F or below

4-301.11

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)

Nov 15, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Aug 21, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Papa Chevos last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Papa Chevos on file is from Jan 9, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Papa Chevos?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Papa Chevos.

How does Papa Chevos compare to other restaurants in Chandler?

Papa Chevos most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Chandler average of 95.

Has Papa Chevos' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Papa Chevos have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Papa Chevos 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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