Pupusas Dona Mary

5160 W Northern Ave, Glendale, AZ 85301
Mexican / Latin
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Feb 5, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

Pupusas Dona Mary has been inspected six times since 2024. The most recent visit was on Feb 5, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around one violation each.

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

Among Glendale restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The record reflects steady performance over time.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 5, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 14, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 16, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Storage-Other Personal Care Items (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed lipstick cosmetic items stored in the reach in cooler above covered and uncovered food containers. The person in charge removed personal care items to designated employee storage area
7-209.11
Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered
Inspector notes: Observed no covered receptacle in the female toilet room
5-501.17
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: Observed broken/missing tile with exposed unsealed floor along the threshold entry of the walk-in cooler. Discussed maintaining state of good repair to be smooth, easily cleanable, and non-absorbent
6-101.11
86
Mar 21, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Outer openings not protected against pests (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Back door and screen door leading into kitchen were fully open. Person in charge closed screen door. Outer openings shall be kept closed to protect from pests entering premises
6-202.15
95
Dec 12, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
2-102.12(A)
95
Sep 24, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: In walk-in cooler a container of manteca had several fuzzy green-grey patches on top layer. Brought to attention of person in charge who discarded. All food shall be unadulterated and in good condition
3-101.11
No certified food protection manager
2-102.12(A)
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pupusas Dona Mary last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pupusas Dona Mary on file is from Feb 5, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pupusas Dona Mary?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pupusas Dona Mary.

How does Pupusas Dona Mary compare to other restaurants in Glendale?

Pupusas Dona Mary most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is about the same as the Glendale average of 97.

Has Pupusas Dona Mary's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pupusas Dona Mary have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Pupusas Dona Mary means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.