Playa Chandler

1949 W Ray Rd, Chandler, AZ 85224
Mexican / Latin
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Feb 18, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

Across the available record, Playa Chandler has four inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The most recent visit was on Feb 18, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around zero violations lately and about three violations before that.

“Certified food protection manager” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

The city-wide average for Chandler sits at 95, putting Playa Chandler on the better side of that line. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 18, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 9, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Person in charge (PIC) stated juicer used for juicing kale, spinach, and other produce is washed, rinsed, and sanitized once a day. All food-contact surfaces that contact TCS foods must be cleaned every 4 hours by washing, rinsing, and sanitizing. PIC will begin washing, rinsing, and sanitizing every 4 hours when used for TCS foods
4-602.11(A-D)
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No certified food protection manager onsite 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)
82
Jan 28, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Hands not washed when required (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Employee washed hands properly and redonned gloves
2-301.14
Prohibited toxic material present in facility (corrected on site)
7-202.11
No certified food protection manager
2-102.12(A)
Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area (corrected on site)
2-401.11
70
Aug 19, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Inquired staff on duty regarding the certified food manager. spoke to shift manager via phone. manager will obtain a certified food manager
2-102.12(A)
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Playa Chandler last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Playa Chandler on file is from Feb 18, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Playa Chandler?

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

How does Playa Chandler compare to other restaurants in Chandler?

Playa Chandler most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Chandler average of 95.

Has Playa Chandler's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Playa Chandler have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Playa Chandler 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 Playa Chandler inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Playa Chandler is inspected around three times per year on average.