Tacos El Rojo Phx
Last inspected: Mar 19, 2026
70
Score
The inspection history at Tacos El Rojo Phx is still short, with only one visit logged. The most recent report on file is from Mar 19, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
That's lower than the typical Glendale restaurant, which scores around 97.
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Inspection History
Mar 19, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cooked potatoes wrapped in aluminum foil (86°F) on the cold side of the grill. Alerted manager who stated the potatoes had been on the grill for less than 1 hour. Staff stated these potatoes are typically left on the grill until ordered. Staff began cooling the potatoes at time of inspection. If left on the potatoes are to be reheated to 165°F and then left at 135°F to hot hold until ordered. Otherwise, these pre-cooked potatoes should be cooked to order
3-501.16(A)(1)
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no soap, paper towels at either handwashing sink. Also observed a sanitizer bucket in one of the handwashing sink basins. An employee replaced the soap and paper towels and removed the sanitizer bucket at time of inspection. Discussed maintaining soap, paper towels, and a trash basin near ALL the handwashing sinks. Handwashing sinks to be ALWAYS maintained unobstructed and accessible
5-205.11
Rinsing Procedures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the three compartment sink set up to wash, sanitize and then rinse dishes. Alerted manager and retrained on requirements. Staff to wash, rinse and then sanitize dishes. The sink was set up correctly at time of inspection and dishes were redone
4-603.16
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: SECOND CONSECUTIVE. Observed a black pipe extending into the floor drain from the three-compartment sink. Re-educated manager on air gap requirements. Establishment to trim drain line for 3-compartment sink so there is a one-inch gap above floor
5-205.15(B)
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tacos El Rojo Phx last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Tacos El Rojo Phx on file is from Mar 19, 2026. The public record contains one inspection in total.
How does Tacos El Rojo Phx compare to other restaurants in Glendale?
Tacos El Rojo Phx most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Glendale average of 97.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Tacos El Rojo Phx means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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