Sotol

313 N Gilbert Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85234

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Dec 3, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Sotol appears in inspection records six times, starting in 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 3, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around one violation each.

By comparison, the average Gilbert facility scores 96, putting Sotol on the weaker side. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 3, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee grabbing bread with bare hands. Ready-to-eat food cannot be touched with bare hands to prevent contamination. Bread was discarded at time of inspection

3-301.11(B)

Aug 14, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: Observed bacon jam in the refrigerator with an initial date mark of 7/30. All TCS (time and temperature controlled for safety) foods must be date marked and disposed of 7 days after preparation date to prevent pathogen growth. Bacon jam was discarded at time of inspection

3-501.18

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed container of food in the hand sink in the kitchen. Observed sanitizer bucket in the hand sink behind the bar. Hand sinks must be kept free and clear at all times to ensure proper handwashing is taking place. Items were removed from hand sinks at time of inspection

5-205.11

Apr 23, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: Observed raw eggs and raw bacon being stored on top of ready-to-eat (RTE) produce in the kitchen. Raw animal foods must be stored below and separate from any RTE foods to prevent contamination. Eggs and bacon were moved below produce at time of inspection

3-302.11(A1-2)

Dec 10, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Dec 5, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation.

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Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness

Inspector notes: Observed the chemical dishwasher in kitchen measuring at 0ppm chlorine. Instructed PIC and kitchen staff to use 3-comp sink to wash equipment until the dishwasher is repaired. Discussed the importance of proper sanitizer levels and proper monitoring of sanitizer levels. **Reinspection Required** Reinspection scheduled for 12/9/24

4-501.114(A-E)

Aug 22, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sotol last inspected?

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

How does Sotol compare to other restaurants in Gilbert?

Sotol most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Gilbert average of 96.

Has Sotol's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Sotol 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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