Rinconsito Df Mexican Food

8901 N 12th St, Phoenix, AZ 85020

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Jan 16, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: B

Rinconsito Df Mexican Food has been inspected six times since 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 16, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near one violation per visit across recent inspections.

Rinconsito Df Mexican Food's latest score of 82 falls below the Phoenix average of 97. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 16, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed cooked beef cooling in reach-in cooler at 90 °F. Person in charge stated that food was cooked about 2 hours prior. Cooked time/temperature control for safety (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. Person in charge discarded beef at time of inspection

3-501.14

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on site at time of operation. A CFPM is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Aug 28, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

May 21, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed open containers with cooked ready to eat foods stored under the hand wash sink where food was exposed to splash from the hand wash sink and other sources of contamination. Open containers of food included tortilla chips and cooked whole tomatillos with vegetables. The person in charge moved the food to an alternate location where food was protected from contamination

3-302.11(A3-8)

Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable

Inspector notes: Observed unsealed wood stepping platform in front of the cook top and oil stained cardboard covering on a raised platform under the hand wash sink next to the cook top. Discussed all surfaces must be smooth, easily cleanable, and non absorbent

6-101.11

Mar 19, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Oct 18, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jul 19, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Rinconsito Df Mexican Food last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Rinconsito Df Mexican Food on file is from Jan 16, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

How does Rinconsito Df Mexican Food compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Rinconsito Df Mexican Food most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Rinconsito Df Mexican Food's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Rinconsito Df 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 Rinconsito Df 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.

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