Ramiro's Mexican Food

1321 W Us Highway 85, Buckeye, AZ 85326
Mexican / Latin
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Mar 23, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Ramiro's Mexican Food 10 times, with records going back to 2024. Ramiro's Mexican Food was last inspected on Mar 23, 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.

“Cleaning, frequency and restrictions” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

Ramiro's Mexican Food's latest score is in line with the Buckeye average of 98. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 23, 2026
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Mar 20, 2026
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Mar 19, 2026
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
Inspector notes: Raw beef, raw chicken, cooked beef, cooked chicken, chile relleno, eggs, milk, cheese, pork chorizo, and salsa with internal temperatures between 52 degrees F and 56 degrees F cold holding in the walk-in cooler. Ambient temperature of the walk-in was determined to be 55.6 degrees F by using a min/max thermometer. TCS items inside walk-in cooler were placed under time as a control as stated in violation 22. A reinspection will occur within 24 hours to verify that the walk-in cooler has been repaired and is holding ambient temperature below 41 degrees F. New TCS food deliveries will not be accepted until walk-in cooler is repaired. Menu has been reduced and no cooling will take place until walk-in is holding ambient temperature below 41 degrees F. Establishment has sufficient cooler capacities to operate safely for 24 hours. All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. 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
4-301.11
90
Oct 28, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Oct 22, 2025
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Food thermometer not available or accessible
Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection, the establishment did not have a probing thermometer on site. The establishment shall have a probing thermometer on site at all times to properly verify cooking and holding temperatures
4-302.12
90
Jul 10, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of dirt, dust, and other debris on the condenser line of the walk-in refrigerator, located directly above an open container of cilantro used for pico de gallo. In addition, observed an accumulation of dirt and dust on the sides of the ice machine located directly above the ice scoop used for customers' drinks. The establishment shall clean the above areas to prevent any potential contamination of food from the premises
3-305.11
Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed
Inspector notes: Observed multiple sections of rubber cove base either missing or in disrepair including near the hand sink and inside the walk-in refrigerator. The establishment shall install or repair sections of rubber cove base to produce a smooth, easily cleanable surface at the floor/wall juncture
6-201.13
90
Jan 28, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed significant accumulation of grease and other food debris underneath the grill area of the kitchen. The establishment shall clean underneath and behind equipment at a frequency to prevent the accumulation of grease, dirt, and other debris
6-501.12
95
Dec 16, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed deficiencies associated with the physical establishment including gaps at the back door, missing cove base, and overhead fluorescent light fixtures without covers on them. The establishment shall maintain the physical premises in good repair
6-501.11
95
Oct 2, 2024
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of dirt, dust, grease, and other food debris throughout the establishment. Notable areas include along the ceiling and fan inside the walk-in cooler, ceiling vents, behind cooking equipment, and inside the empty coffin freezer near the entrance of the kitchen area. The establishment shall clean the establishment at a frequency to prevent the accumulation of dirt and other debris
6-501.12
95
Sep 19, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a container of cooked beef (Cabeza) located inside the walk-in cooler registering an internal temperature of 51°F. Per manager, the Cabeza was cooked and placed in the walk-in cooler the night prior. Cooked TCS foods must be cooled from 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours, and from 70°F to 41°F within 4 hours for a total of 6 hours for cooling to prevent the growth of pathogens. The manager voluntarily discarded the food item at the time of inspection
3-501.14
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed prep-top style refrigeration unit at the prep-line registering an ambient air temperature of 48°F with a min/max thermometer. Perishable food items located inside the unit registered internal temperatures between 48°F-53°F. 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. The refrigeration unit is integral to the establishment's operation
4-301.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of dirt, dust, grease, and other food debris throughout the establishment. Notable areas include along the ceiling and fan inside the walk-in cooler, ceiling vents, behind cooking equipment, and inside the empty coffin freezer near the entrance of the kitchen area. The establishment shall clean the establishment at a frequency to prevent the accumulation of dirt and other debris
6-501.12
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ramiro's Mexican Food last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ramiro's Mexican Food on file is from Mar 23, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Ramiro's Mexican Food?

Across the inspection record, “cleaning, frequency and restrictions” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Ramiro's Mexican Food.

How does Ramiro's Mexican Food compare to other restaurants in Buckeye?

Ramiro's Mexican Food most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is about the same as the Buckeye average of 98.

Has Ramiro's Mexican Food's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ramiro's Mexican Food have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Ramiro's Mexican Food 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 Ramiro's Mexican Food inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Ramiro's Mexican Food is inspected around seven times per year on average.