Taco Mich & Bar 4
Last inspected: Mar 26, 2026
100
Score
Going back to 2024, Taco Mich & Bar 4 has 13 inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Mar 26, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around one violation each.
“Cooling, heating, and holding capacities-equipment” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Phoenix restaurant scores 97. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Mar 26, 2026
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Feb 19, 2026
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Feb 4, 2026
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Oct 31, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Oct 11, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Oct 10, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed an electric immersion blender and food container stored inside the hand wash sink by the cook line next to a pot of boiling beans. The person in charge removed the food equipment for warewashing at the time of inspection
5-205.11
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed walk in cooler with minimum ambient temperature of 56.1- 57.2F as measured by inspector min/max thermometer. Observed two ambient thermometers inside the walk in cooler that displayed temperature readings of 62F and 42F. TCS foods stored inside the walk in cooler had internal temperatures between 53-62F
4-301.11
Outer openings not protected against pests
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the back door maintained fully open with no air curtain or other physical barrier to protect against entry of pests into the establishment. The back door is located in front of the open kitchen and to the side of the walk-in cooler. Observed numerous flies enter the establishment through the back door. Discussed outer openings of a food establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; closed, tight-fitting windows; and solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. The person in charge closed the back door at the time of inspection
6-202.15
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Observed the door of the walk-in cooler in state of disrepair such that the door did not fully close with proper seal to the door frame leaving large gaps along the entry threshold along the entire upper, side, and lower portions. Observed air flowing through the unsealed gaps of the walk-in door frame. Discussed equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified under parts 4-1 and 4-2. Equipment components such as doors, seals, hinges, fasteners, and kick plates shall be kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications
4-501.11
74
Jul 14, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Mar 31, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Mar 21, 2025
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Records, Creation & Retention; Raw as Ready-to-Eat Fish
Inspector notes: Observed establishment continues to offer for sale raw marinated shrimp ceviche and has not obtained valid parasite destruction letters from seafood provider
3-402.12
90
Mar 14, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Mar 4, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Records, Creation & Retention; Raw as Ready-to-Eat Fish
Inspector notes: Observed establishment offer raw marinated shrimp ceviche as ready to eat and no recent parasite destruction letter from seafood provider
3-402.12
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed prep cooler with minimum ambient temperature of 49.8F. TCS foods stored inside the prep cooler had internal temperatures between 45F-58F
4-301.11
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: Observed holes in the walls of the dry storage closet and in the womens bathroom. Observed broken ceiling tiles above ice machine, broken tiles under the three compartment sink, by the grease trap, and along the cook line. Observed broken metal in the walk-in threshold, broken tile and unsealed floor in the walk-in cooler and freezer. Observed exposed unsealed wood next to the read to eat hot holding station. Observed cracked/ripped vinyl floor clovering by the ice machine and prep sink. Obseved large gap under door of womens restroom. Observed gaps and separation of panels under the ventilation hood of the cook line
6-101.11
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed metal deflector plate inside the ice bin in state of disrepair with significant signs of rust oxidation, mineral deposits, and other debris. Observed ice scoop stored in metal bucket with rust and other soils inside the bucket. The person in charge replaced the ice scoop and holding container. Discussed cleaning frequency and repair to metal deflector plate in ice machine
4-602.11(E)
Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee personal drink stored next to open packages of food on the cutting board of the prep cooler
2-401.11
70
Oct 18, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 9, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Handwashing sink water not at required temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed hand wash sink by the cook line with no hot water supply
5-202.12(A)
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Taco Mich & Bar 4 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Taco Mich & Bar 4 on file is from Mar 26, 2026. The public record contains 13 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Taco Mich & Bar 4?
Across the inspection record, “cooling, heating, and holding capacities-equipment” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taco Mich & Bar 4.
How does Taco Mich & Bar 4 compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?
Taco Mich & Bar 4 most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Phoenix average of 97.
Has Taco Mich & Bar 4's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taco Mich & Bar 4 have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Taco Mich & Bar 4 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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