Salsitas Mexican Food

6120 N 59th Ave, Glendale, AZ 85301
Mexican / Latin
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Apr 22, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

Salsitas Mexican Food has been inspected four times since 2025. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 22, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

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

The pattern that stands out is “wall and ceiling coverings and coatings”, which has been cited three times.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Glendale restaurants. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

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Inspections
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 22, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings
Inspector notes: Observed ceiling coating peeling from the ceiling tiles by the register. To prevent debris from falling from ceiling and to maintain easily cleanable all ceiling fixtures and tile should be maintained smooth and in good repair. Repair or replace. Correct prior to next routine inspection
6-201.16
95
Feb 5, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed large container of cooked bean in walk in fridge with an internal temperature of 49F. Person in charge states that item was cooked yesterday evening. 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. All TCS foods improperly cooled were discarded by PIC at time of inspection
3-501.14
Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings
Inspector notes: Observed ceiling coating peeling from the ceiling tiles by the register. Also observed cracked, hanging light shield directly in front of the cook line. To prevent debris from falling from ceiling and to maintain easily cleanable all ceiling fixtures and tile should be maintained smooth and in good repair. Repair or replace. Correct prior to next routine inspection
6-201.16
82
Sep 9, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed handwashing sink closest to the main cook line and the ware washing sink without any paper towels. All hand washing sinks must be maintained with paper towels during operating hours. Employee placed paper towels at hand washing sink at time of inspection. Corrected at time of inspection
6-301.12
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No certified food manager certificate available for review at time of inspection. per person in charge the certificate has been obtained but was unsure where it is located. Maintain certificate accessible at location at all times for review during inspection. Correct prior to next routine inspection
2-102.12(A)
Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings
Inspector notes: Observed ceiling coating peeling from the ceiling tiles by the register. Also observed cracked, hanging light shield directly in front of the cook line. To prevent debris from falling from ceiling and to maintain easily cleanable all ceiling fixtures and tile should be maintained smooth and in good repair. Repair or replace. Correct prior to next routine inspection. 6-501.114 - Core: Maintaining Premises, Unnecessary Items and Litter Addl Notes: Observed multiple grills and propane burners outside on the patio. Per employee the items were placed out there for temporary storage. Establishment is not approved for outdoor cooking and does not have the proper equipment including filled, functional handwashing sinks located outside. Remove all outdoor cooking equipment and the propane bottles. Correct prior to next routine inspection
6-201.16
82
May 20, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Salsitas Mexican Food last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Salsitas Mexican Food on file is from Apr 22, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Salsitas Mexican Food?

Across the inspection record, “wall and ceiling coverings and coatings” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Salsitas Mexican Food.

How does Salsitas Mexican Food compare to other restaurants in Glendale?

Salsitas Mexican Food most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Glendale average of 97.

Has Salsitas Mexican Food's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Salsitas Mexican Food have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Salsitas 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.