Restaurante Cancun

4440 S 19th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85041
Mexican / Latin
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Apr 10, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Restaurante Cancun six times, with records going back to 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 10, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, “certified food protection manager” has been the most frequent reason, cited five times.

The city-wide average for Phoenix sits at 97, putting Restaurante Cancun on the better side of that line. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 10, 2026
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Sep 29, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no employee with CFPM on premises at the time of inspection. Discussed with PIC that one employee with CFPM must be present on premises at all hours of operations and time of inspection
2-102.12(A)
95
Jun 5, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed offering ceviche prepared raw with lemon on menu and no consumer advisory. Discussed with PIC that required to have a consumer advisory when offering raw or half cooked foods on menu. PIC stated that moving forward will cook shrimp to 145F prior to assembling ceviche and hamburgers are cooked well-done
3-603.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no employee with CFPM on premises at the time of inspection. Discussed with PIC that one employee with CFPM must be present on premises at all hours of operations and time of inspection
2-102.12(A)
86
Mar 10, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered
Inspector notes: Observed female restrooms with no covered waste receptacles. Discussed with PIC that covered waste receptacles are required in unisex/female restrooms
5-501.17
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no employee with CFPM on premises at time of inspection. Discussed with PIC that one employee with CFPM must be present at all hours of operations and at time of inspection
2-102.12(A)
90
Oct 8, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
No soap available at handwashing sink (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no hand soap at only hand sink in kitchen Discussed with PIC that hand washing sinks must be maintained stocked at all times and used for hand washing only. PIC provided soap for handwash sink at time of inspection
6-301.11
Ready-to-eat food not date marked (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed various containers of cooked beef, in walk-in cooler, with no dates, per PIC all items were made or taken out from freezer two days prior. All RTE/TCS foods were properly date marked at the time of inspection. RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1)
3-501.17
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Observed grill stored outside not in use at time of inspection, establishment is not approved for outdoor cooking. Please remove grill from premises. *Third Consecutive Violation*
6-501.114
74
Jul 24, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Observed grill stored outside not in use at time of inspection, establishment is not approved for outdoor cooking. Please remove grill from premises. *Second Consecutive Violation*
6-501.114
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Restaurante Cancun last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Restaurante Cancun on file is from Apr 10, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Restaurante Cancun?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Restaurante Cancun.

How does Restaurante Cancun compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Restaurante Cancun most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Restaurante Cancun's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Restaurante Cancun have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Restaurante Cancun 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 Restaurante Cancun inspected?

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