Sofrita

16848 E Ave Of The Fountains Fountain, Fountain Hills, AZ 85268

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Dec 3, 2025

100

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Public records show five inspections at Sofrita stretching back to 2024. The most recent visit was on Dec 3, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near zero violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “certified food protection manager”, which has been cited three times.

Restaurants in Fountain Hills average 92, so Sofrita is doing better than most peers. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 3, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Sep 4, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Mar 5, 2025

Routine

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

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Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed pan of cooked, diced potatoes/93F being maintained at room temperature. Per staff, the potatoes had been out 15 minutes, and were still within safe time cooling parameters. Proper cooling procedures were reviewed. Staff relocated the potatoes to the refrigerator (bottom shelf) to facilitate the cooling process. Inspector emailed Cooling guidance document. 2nd Consecutive violation

3-501.15(A)

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: The person in charge at the establishment is not a certified food manager. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Dec 11, 2024

Routine

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

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Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed pan of cooked, diced potatoes/70F being maintained at room temperature. Per staff, the potatoes had been out 50 minutes, and were still within safe time cooling parameters. Staff relocated the potatoes to the refrigerator to facilitate the cooling process

3-501.15(A)

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: The person-in-charge did not have proof of food manager certification available for review at the time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Maintain the certification available for review

2-102.12(A)

Sep 4, 2024

Routine

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

View 3 violations

Food package damaged or integrity compromised (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: In storage room, observed four cans of hearts of palm with dented rims or seams. Swollen, rusted and cans dented on any of the 3 can seams (top, bottom, side) or deep, sharp dents should be considered unsafe. All food must be in good condition, safe, and unadulterated. All adulterated food was discarded at time of inspection

3-202.15

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed some leakage from ceiling in kitchen and walk-in cooler. Physical facility must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection

6-501.11

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: The person-in-charge at the establishment is not a certified food manager. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sofrita last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sofrita on file is from Dec 3, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sofrita?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Sofrita.

How does Sofrita compare to other restaurants in Fountain Hills?

Sofrita most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Fountain Hills average of 92.

Has Sofrita's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sofrita have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Sofrita 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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