Restaurante El Carbonero #2

3515 W Northern Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85051
Mexican / Latin
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Feb 5, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

Going back to 2024, Restaurante El Carbonero #2 has six inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Feb 5, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around one violation each.

When inspectors have written things up, “repairing -premises, structures, attachments, and fixtures-methods” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Among Phoenix restaurants, the typical score is 97; Restaurante El Carbonero #2 is comfortably above that bar. The record reflects steady performance over time.

6
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 5, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 14, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jun 17, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: ***2nd CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION*** Observed missing ceiling cover in main hallway. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection
6-501.11
95
Mar 11, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed missing ceiling cover in main hallway. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection
6-501.11
95
Nov 19, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 corrected on site.
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Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cooked beans from yesterday with an internal temperature of 58F. All TCS foods improperly cooled were discarded by PIC at time of inspection. 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
3-501.14
Prohibited toxic material present in facility (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed roach spray in establishment. All pest control for the establishment must be performed by a certified pest control specialist and chemicals for pest control must not be stored onsite. PIC removed pest control chemicals from premises at time of inspection. Had person in charge discard roach spray
7-202.11
78
Aug 6, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
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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)
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Restaurante El Carbonero #2 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Restaurante El Carbonero #2 on file is from Feb 5, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Restaurante El Carbonero #2?

Across the inspection record, “repairing -premises, structures, attachments, and fixtures-methods” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Restaurante El Carbonero #2.

How does Restaurante El Carbonero #2 compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Restaurante El Carbonero #2 most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Restaurante El Carbonero #2's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Restaurante El Carbonero #2 have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Restaurante El Carbonero #2 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 El Carbonero #2 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Restaurante El Carbonero #2 is inspected around four times per year on average.