Taco Mich & Bar

1602 E Mcdowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85006

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Feb 17, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Taco Mich & Bar appears in inspection records seven times, starting in 2024. The most recent visit was on Feb 17, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “certified food protection manager”, showing up two times.

The city-wide average sits at 97, which Taco Mich & Bar's 82 doesn't quite reach. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 17, 2026

Routine

2 major violations. 2 corrected on site.

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Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed several cooking spoons and a knife with organic matter stored as clean. Person in charge moved items to dishwashing area to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized

4-601.11(A)

Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed cooked green salsa cooling in a 5 gallon bucket in walk-in cooler with a temperature of 70*F. Person in charge stated that salsa had been cooling for approximately 3 hours. Person in charge moved salsa to smaller containers to rapidly cool

3-501.15(A)

Feb 10, 2026

Food Advisory Inspection

No violations found.

100

Sep 9, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Exterior Walls and Roofs, Protective Barrier

Inspector notes: The outside roof rafter cracked open during a recent storm and exposed an outside entry into the attic. Also, the storage room has a coarse mesh ove a ventilation opening and must be reinforced with a fine mesh that prevents insects from entering

6-202.16

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: The certified food-service manager was not present during the inspection. Provide a certified food-service manager during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Jun 30, 2025

Routine

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

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No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: There were no paper towels available at the front kitchen handwashing sink. The manager then provided paper towels

6-301.12

Toilet tissue not available in restroom (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The men's restroom had no toilet paper. The manager then provided toilet paper

6-302.11

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: The was no certified food-service manager present during the inspection. Provide a certified food-service manager during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Apr 9, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

Inspector notes: Observed containers of consomé stored on floor of walk-in. Food must be stored at least 6 inches off the ground at all times to prevent contamination from the premises. 2ND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION

3-305.11

Sep 30, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

Inspector notes: Observed packaged raw vegetables stored on flooring of walk-in unit. Suggested PIC get riser to ensure food items are at least 6 inches above the ground

3-305.11

Jun 27, 2024

Routine

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

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

Inspector notes: Observed the following Time/Temperature Controlled for Safety (TCS) foods: cooked beef soup (6/14/24), and lime-denatured shrimp ceviche (6/25/24) stored past the discard date. Person in charge(PIC) voluntarily discarded both items at time of inspection. Discussed date-marking with PIC. All RTE/TCS foods past 7 days of preparation were discarded by PIC at the time of inspection. RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1)

3-501.18

Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed deep pot of green salsa stored on the floor of walk-in cooler at 71'F. Per person in charge(PIC) salsa was cooked and cooled 1 day prior to inspection. All TCS foods improperly cooled were discarded by PIC at time of inspection. Discussed proper cooling with PIC. 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

3-501.14

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed no air gap at floor sink located by mop sink for PVC pipe from soda machine. An air gap of at least 1-inch from floor drain shall be present for backflow prevention. Secure drain lines in an approved manner such that a minimum 1-inch air gap is maintained above floor sink prior to next routine inspection

5-205.15(B)

Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered

Inspector notes: Observed no covered waste receptacle provided at uni-sex employee restroom. Uni-sex and female toilet rooms requires a covered waste receptacle. Provide prior to next routine inspection

5-501.17

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Mich & Bar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taco Mich & Bar on file is from Feb 17, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taco Mich & Bar?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taco Mich & Bar.

How does Taco Mich & Bar compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Taco Mich & Bar most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Taco Mich & Bar's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taco Mich & Bar have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Taco Mich & Bar 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 Taco Mich & Bar inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Taco Mich & Bar is inspected around four times per year on average.

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