Rito's Mexican Food - Phoenix

5813 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ 85014

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Feb 10, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Rito's Mexican Food - Phoenix has been inspected six times since 2024. The most recent visit was on Feb 10, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

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

The city-wide average sits at 97, which Rito's Mexican Food - Phoenix's 86 doesn't quite reach. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 10, 2026

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Prohibited toxic material present in facility (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed can of pesticide for flying insects. The person in charge discarded at time of inspection. Discussed with the person in charge that pesticide should only be applicated by a licensed pest control service

7-202.11

Nonfood-contact surfaces not corrosion-resistant or cleanable

Inspector notes: Observed multiple cooler doors in the BOH with damaged gaskets. Discussed with the person in charge that all equipment should be maintained in good condition

4-101.19

Oct 20, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major 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 salsa with an internal temperature of 84F. Person in charge stated that item was cooked about three hours ago. Had person in charge reheat item back to 165F. 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

Improper cooling methods used

Inspector notes: Observed beans cooling after being blended in large plastic buckets. TCS foods must be cooled in: uncovered/loosely covered, shallow containers less than 4 inches deep, in equipment designed to rapidly cool, by using an ice bath, by using ice as an ingredient, or another effective means. All TCS foods being cooled in deep containers were transferred to shallow containers to allow for rapid cooling

3-501.15(A)

Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings

Inspector notes: Observed ceiling tiles missing from ceiling in the back of establishment near the exit door. 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

6-201.16

Jul 28, 2025

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Jul 17, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Handwashing sink water not at required temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Handsink at far end of line does not have hot water available. Please ensure all handsinks are supplied with hot and cold running water

5-202.12(A)

Feb 12, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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No soap available at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Handsoap dispenser near ice machine was not functional during inspection, alternate soap dispenser was provided at time. Please ensure all handsinks are stocked with usable handsoap at all times

6-301.11

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Handsink near ice machine has a heavy persistent leak from hot water, so hot water tap needs to be turned off at the wall between uses. Please ensure sink is repaired and all plumbing systems are maintained in good repair

5-205.15(B)

Oct 4, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Container of beef tacos in lowboy cooler were date marked 9/25, items were discarded at time. Please ensure all time/temperature controlled for safety food items are date marked and discarded 6 days after the date that they are prepared or removed from packaging

3-501.18

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Rito's Mexican Food - Phoenix last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Rito's Mexican Food - Phoenix on file is from Feb 10, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

How does Rito's Mexican Food - Phoenix compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Rito's Mexican Food - Phoenix most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Rito's Mexican Food - Phoenix's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Rito's Mexican Food - Phoenix have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Rito's Mexican Food - Phoenix 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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