Papa Chevos

4810 E Ray Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85044

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Mar 10, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: B

Inspectors have visited Papa Chevos six times, with records going back to 2024. The most recent report on file is from Mar 10, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

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

Across the inspection history, “certified food protection manager” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

By comparison, the average Phoenix facility scores 97, putting Papa Chevos on the weaker side. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 10, 2026

Routine

3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: At time of inspection, observed 3 pans of beans, one pan of bacon, 5+ pans and containers of meats, and 3 pans of sauces without lids and stored in the walk in cooler. All containers of food being stored in the walk in must be covered

3-302.11(A3-8)

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: 2nd repeat violation. At time of inspection, no certified food protection manager (CFPM) was on the premises. A CFPM is required to be present on the premises at all times of operation. Please have a CFPM present for the next routine inspection

2-102.12(A)

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

Inspector notes: Observed a knife stored between the lids of the cold holding prep unit. Observed containers without handles being used to scoop rice and beans. All in use utensils must be stored properly to avoid risks of contamination. All scoops must have handles so that areas touched by hands do not come into contact with the foods

3-304.12

Sep 11, 2025

Routine

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

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

Inspector notes: In the walk in cooler, observed a pan of cooked asada made on 9/4 and a pan of cooked ground beef made on 9/3. All ready to eat (RTE), time/Temperature controlled for safety (TCS) foods must only be kept for 7 days, day one being the day it is prepared. Foods were embargoed

3-501.18

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: At time of inspection, no certified food protection manager was present on the premises. Please have a CFPM present at all times of operation. Please have a CFPM present for the next routine inspection

2-102.12(A)

May 7, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Feb 4, 2025

Routine

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

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Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed cooling beans at 90F after 1 hours of being in the walkin, in a deep container. Manager moved the food to 3 containers, adding ice as an ingredient, and leaving uncovered. After 2.25 hours of being in the walkin, the product was between 40-55F, and foods added back to the walkin. Ensure that cooling foods get between 135-70F in less than 2 hours, and get below 41F within 6 hours total of cooling

3-501.15(A)

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

Inspector notes: Facility is storing eggs in cardboard boxes directly on the walkin floor. Talked to staff about storage locations and racks. Ensure that foods for customers are stored at least 6 inches up off the ground to prevent contamination from the floor

3-305.11

Oct 25, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jul 17, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: Observed toxic spray containers in the back with no labels on the products. Manager redid the labels. Ensure that all spray chemicals have the name of the product on the containers

7-102.11

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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 Mar 10, 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 two times, more than any other issue at Papa Chevos.

How does Papa Chevos compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Papa Chevos most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

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.

How often is Papa Chevos inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Papa Chevos is inspected around four times per year on average.

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