Rositas Restaurant

960 W University Dr, Tempe, AZ 85281

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Mar 9, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Rositas Restaurant has been inspected seven times since 2024. Rositas Restaurant was last inspected on Mar 9, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around one violation each.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “repairing -premises, structures, attachments, and fixtures-methods”, showing up three times.

Rositas Restaurant's latest score is in line with the Tempe average of 95. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 9, 2026

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Single-use articles reused

Inspector notes: Observed several single use sour cream large white buckets with blue lids filled with different foods, sauces and dried goods. Discussed with person in charge (PIC) single-use food containers are intended for single-use and may not be designed to be washed and re-used for storage of food. Replace containers with food grade reusable containers or line the containers with food grade bags to prevent all foods from touching the container itself

4-502.13(B)

Sep 11, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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No soap available at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed no hand soap at the handwashing sink in the back of house at time of inspection. Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing

6-301.11

May 27, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed multiple holes, missing grout and cracked tiles, and missing cove base in the establishment behind the warewashing area at time of inspection. Repair prior to next routine inspection to restore area so that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repeat violation: 3rd Consecutive

6-501.11

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Observed walk-in gaskets in disrepair at time of inspection. All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair all equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection

4-501.11

Apr 28, 2025

Food Advisory Inspection

No violations found.

100

Jan 9, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Manual Warewashing Equipment, Hot Water Sanitization Temperatures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed establishment utilizing dishwasher and dish machine sanitizer tested at 0ppm at time of inspection. Person in charge (PIC) replaced sanitizer bucket, primed dishwasher, and ran the machine additional times; no chlorine was observed from any of the runs. Establishment instructed not to use dish washer until it has a measure chlorine concentration of 50-100 ppm. Establishment agreed to use 3-compartment sink in meantime. Discussed the importance of proper sanitizer levels and proper monitoring of sanitizer levels

4-501.111

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed leak from drainpipe of the sink that is next to the dish machine at time of inspection. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair

5-205.15(B)

Physical facilities not in good repair

6-501.11

Oct 30, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed multiple holes in the wall/baseboards under the dishwashing pit at time of inspection. 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

Jul 30, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Rositas Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Rositas Restaurant on file is from Mar 9, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Rositas Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “repairing -premises, structures, attachments, and fixtures-methods” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Rositas Restaurant.

How does Rositas Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Tempe?

Rositas Restaurant most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Tempe average of 95.

Has Rositas Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Rositas Restaurant have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Rositas Restaurant 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 Rositas Restaurant inspected?

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

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